Bicycle & Motorcycle Safety

Bicycles and Motorcycles are a great way to enjoy the
outdoors. To remain safe on Illinois roads, it is important to
follow the same traffic safety laws that govern vehicle
drivers.
No amount of bicycle or motorcyle safety equipment can adequately
protect a rider from the dangerous force of a car or truck if
involved in a vehicle collision. The best way to avoid injury is
by being prepared for the dangers that streets pose to
bicycle riders and by obeying the rules of the road.

Bicycle Precautions

• When riding your bicycle on Illinois roadways, you must obey the same traffic laws,
signs and signals that apply to motorists.
• Bicyclists must ride in the same direction as other traffic. Riding in the opposite
direction of traffic is both dangerous and against the law.
• Motorists are required by law to allow at least 3 feet of space between them and a
bicyclist when passing.

Motorcycle Precautions

• Wear the right gear.
• Become familiar with the motorcycle.
• Check the motorcycle equipment.
• Be a responsible rider.