NYS Vehicle & Traffic Laws - New York State Department of Transportation
WEBListed below are links to those sections of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Laws, and New York State Highways Laws that pertain to the safe operation of a bicycle.
Biking in NYC: Insider's Guide to New York Bicycle Laws
WEBKey New York bicycle laws every rider must know. Necessary bike equipment for legal compliance; NYC's laws regarding e-bikes and scooters. Safety tips for cycling in the city's diverse neighborhoods. Legal implications of breaching cycling laws in New York. Rights & Responsibility of Cyclists on NYC Streets
FAQs - New York State Department of Transportation
WEBCertain communities in New York have passed local ordinances regarding helmet use for bicyclists. For example, Rockland and Erie counties require everyone riding bicycles on county property, regardless of age, to wear approved bicycle helmets.
Summary of NYS Bike Laws - NYBC
WEBWhy these Laws Apply to Cyclists. NY Vehicle and Traffic Law (VTL) – §1231 – Traffic laws apply to persons riding bicycles – Every person riding a bicycle ….. upon a roadway shall be granted all of the rights and shall be subject to all of …
Bicycle Home - New York State Department of Transportation
WEBWelcome to the New York State Department of Transportation's Bicycle Program Web site, a gateway for everyone to discover the wide variety of cycling opportunities and information available in New York.
NYC DOT - Bicyclists
WEBBuilding Bike Lanes. New York City is home to the largest bicycle network in North America, with over 1,375 miles of bike routes. To accelerate the growth of safe cycling, NYC DOT is building a system of bicycle routes that traverse and connect all five boroughs.
NYC DOT - Bike Smart - NYC.gov
WEBBike Smart: The Official Guide to Cycling in New York City is a helpful handbook with information on making your cycling trip safer and easier, including tips on using newer bike facilities such as protected lanes and bike boxes, and basic tips for locking your bicycle.
WEBAll pedal-assist bicycles and their operators must comply with the provisions of Article 34 of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law relating to the operation of bicycles, except as provided in section 4-02(e) of these rules.
6 New York Bicycle Laws You Need to Know
WEBDec 22, 2020 · Do not ride on sidewalks: In New York City, bicyclists are prohibited from riding on sidewalks unless a sign allows otherwise, or the wheels are less than 26” and the ride is 12 years old or younger. In addition, bicyclists in NYC cannot ride in a park and only in places that are designated for bike riding.
Bicycle & Wheel Sport Riding Tips and Rules of the Road
WEBAll bicyclists and their passengers, age 14 and under, are required to wear an approved bicycle helmet. Child passengers, ages 1-4, must wear an approved bicycle helmet and ride in a specially designed child safety seat.
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