Safety Guidelines for Motorcyclists and Cyclists

The following are the safety guidelines for Motorcyclists and Cyclists.

• You must wear a helmet while riding a motorcycle.
  
  Figure: Pillion riders on road with helmet.
  
  Figure: Pillion riders on road without helmet.
• You must use the cycle lane or motorcycle lane wherever it is provided. However, in the absence of such lanes, ride on the left side maintaining a safe gap from the edge of the road, without interrupting motorized vehicles.
• You should never ride your cycle on a pedestrian footpath).
  
  Figure: Bicyclist on footpath
• You should have mirrors on your bicycle or two-wheeler.
• You must maintain a safe lateral and longitudinal distance from other vehicles.
• It is very common among young motorcyclists to drive recklessly. You should always ride within the limits of your skill and ability. In all cases, you must respect the posted speed limit.
• You should always use retro-reflective stickers on your bicycle. The presence of such stickers will make you more visible to the other road users, especially at night time or poor daylight conditions.