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Bicycle Safety
Safety Tips
- Wear a helmet
- make sure it is worn properly
- Be visible
- Follow the rules of the road
- travel in the direction of traffic
- Stay alert
- Obey traffic laws
- Check your bike equipment prior to riding
- A-B-C: Air, Brake, Chains
- Use lights
- front white light
- rear red reflector
- Use proper hand signals
- Be aware of your speed
- Use bike lanes or bike paths
E-bikes
Electric bikes (e-bikes) are becoming more popular every year. To ride safely, it’s important to understand how they work and the rules that apply.
In California, there are three types of e-bikes, and all of them must follow the same rules of the road as regular bicycles. Every e-bike should have a label from the manufacturer that shows its class, maximum assisted speed, and motor power.
Bike Registration
Find out how to register your bike to help protect it from theft.