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Wear a helmet - its the law.
In New Jersey, the law states that anyone under the age of
seventeen (17)
riding a bike, even a passenger, must be wearing a properly fitted and fastened bicycle
helmet. A child who violates this law will be warned of the violation and the parent
or guardian may be fined up to $25 for the first offense and up to $100 for a subsequent
offense.
Use a horn or bell - its the law.
In New Jersey, the law requires that all bicycles be equipped with a horn
or bell. Use this equipment to alert drivers and pedestrians of your presence.
Riding at night, you need lights - its the law.
In New Jersey, the law requires that bicycles be equipped with a white
light on the front and a red light on the rear when in use during nighttime hours.
Be Safe Be Seen
Bicyclists should wear bright colored or reflective clothing to make
themselves more visible.
Ride on the Right
Always ride on the right side of the road, with the traffic. Ride
single file in a straight, predictable path. Riding againt traffic puts you where
motorists don't expect you.
Obey traffic laws, signs and signals.
Bicycles are considered vehicles. Bicyclists must obey the same
rules as motorists.
Use Hand Signals
Like turn signals in a motor vehicle, hand signals convey your actions to
others. This is another reason why you ride on the right and use your left arm to
signal. Motorists behind you can clearly see your actions.
Yield to Pedestrians
Just like motorists, bicyclists should stop for pedestrians in crosswalks.
Remember, good bicycle drivers become
good motor vehicle drivers. |
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