Share the Road – Safe Cycling is Riding on You

Bicyclists must obey these traffic laws:

• Bicyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as motorists. Obey laws and ride predictably.
• Ride in the same direction as traffic.
• Ride in the bike lane when one is available.
• You may ride in the travel lane when passing, making a left turn, avoiding a hazard, and when the lane is narrow.
• Ride no more than two side-by-side on the street. Be courteous to following traffic.
• Follow all traffic control devices, including stop signs, traffic signals, and yield signs.
• Yield to pedestrians at crosswalks.
• At night, use a white front light and red rear reflector, and wear bright or reflective clothing.
• In downtown Spokane, cycling is not permitted on the sidewalk. While downtown, dismount and walk your bike, or ride in the travel lane.
• Always be aware of turning vehicles.

Motorists must obey these traffic laws:

• Pass to the left of the bicyclist. Remain behind the bicyclist until it is safe to pass.
• Bicyclists may legally occupy the travel lane when passing, making a left turn, avoiding a hazard, or when the lane is narrow.
• Do not drive or park in a bicycle lane.
• You may cross a bicycle when turning or you need to cross the lane to park near the curb.
• Yield to oncoming bicyclists when turning; be aware of their distance and speed.
• Look right and behind you before making a right turn, or slow down and yeild to the cyclist.
• Before opening your door and getting out of your parked vehicle, check behind you for approaching bicyclists.