Quoted post said:THE ROAD RULES
The Road Traffic Act and Code
When using a public road, all bicycle riders must obey the same rules as other vehicles such as cars and trucks. The most common rules include those applying to traffic control lights, stop signs, careless and reckless riding, riding under the influence of alcohol, and keep left.
Note: Readers can access a full version of the Road Traffic Code 2000, the Road Traffic Act 1974 and the Vehicle Standards Regulations 2000 at their library or on the State Law Publisher website at www.slp.wa.gov.au/statutes/swans.nsf
Rules applying only to cyclists
In addition to the road rules applying to all vehicles, there are some specific examples that only apply to cyclists. A bicycle rider:
must have at least one hand on the handlebars while in motion.
must wear an approved helmet while in motion (unless exempted).
must not ride within two metres of the rear of a motor vehicle, over a distance of more than 200 metres.
must not hold onto another moving vehicle or be towed by it.
must not ride a bicycle on a freeway or other road that has designated restrictions that prohibit riding.
must not be more than two bicycles abreast on a road. When riding abreast, the two bicycles must be no more than 1.5 metres apart.
Note: this rule does not prevent another cyclist from overtaking.
must use the correct hand signals to turn left or right, and to stop.
Turning left:
fully extend your left arm and hand.
Turning right:
fully extend your right arm and hand.
Stopping:
extend the left arm horizontally, bending upwards at the elbow. Hand should be open with the palm forward.
can use the left lane of a roundabout when turning right, provided he or she gives way to all exiting traffic.
must not ride in a pedestrian mall.
cannot overtake on the left side of a motor vehicle if that motor vehicle is moving and indicating to turn left.
Note: cyclists are permitted to overtake on the left, a line of motor vehicles that are stationary, at locations such as traffic lights.
