Bicycle Safety Tips
Bikers Should Follow the Rules of the Road
Almost all serious bike injuries happen when a child
breaks one of these rules of the road:
Rule #1: Stop before riding out into traffic
from a driveway, sidewalk, alley or parking lot. Look left, right
and left again. When you are absolutely sure there is no traffic,
enter the road.
Rule #2: Ride on the far right side of the road with the
traffic.
Rule #3: Obey traffic signals and stop signs, as if your
bike were a car.
Rule #4: Look back and yield to traffic coming from behind
you before turning left at intersections.
No Night Riding
Darkness, near-darkness and bad weather cause many bike
collisions. If your older child must ride at night, his bike
must have a headlight, a flashing taillight and reflectors.
Keep reflectors clean and check them regularly to make sure
they are securely attached.
Make Sure Your Child is Ready for the Road
Supervise your child until he can ride confidently and obey
the rules of the road. Children under age 9 should never ride
in the street. Remember to maintain your child's bike, especially
the brakes.
How to Buy a Bike
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Buy a bike that is not too big or complicated
for your child.
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Make sure it has a bell or horn.
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Take your child shopping with you. When he
is sitting on the seat, the balls of both feet should be on
the ground. Do not buy a bike for your child to grow into.
