How should a cyclist cross a pedestrian crossing?

Changes in traffic regulations regarding cyclists in 2019

Most recently, the Rules were changed regarding the “Spikes” sign and other conditions for people with disabilities. But there are already changes in traffic rules that expand the rights of pedestrians and cyclists. For example, a new concept “Bicycle zone” has been introduced. In it, cyclists have a great advantage, and car drivers must yield to them. In addition, several other points have been changed. In a comparative form, we learn about new changes in the rules for cyclists.

New for cyclists

More precisely, the changes affected not only this category of participants, but also other drivers. But the benefits of cyclists have changed to a greater extent. Resolution 1478 of 2018 is posted on the official website of the Government of the Russian Federation.

The most significant innovations:

1. A new concept “Bicycle Zone” has appeared. It is indicated by a special road sign that did not exist before. Due to the changes, you can now drive no faster than 20 km per hour in the cycling zone. Drivers of motorcycles and cars must give way to cyclists in this zone. Even pedestrians crossing the road have no advantage over them.
2. The rules give cyclists even more rights to park and stop near bike paths, as well as some benefits.

Entry into force

At the time of publication of the review, changes to the Rules in the considered part have not yet entered into legal force. The new decree was published only on the government website. In order for it to take effect, it requires publication on the Pravo.gov.ru portal, but this has not happened yet. If you go to this site and try to find resolution 1478 through the search form, nothing will be found.

Below we will analyze all the changes made to the Rules by Resolution No. 1478 , in order. As mentioned above, they affected cyclists and car drivers.

Bicycle zone

The name is included in the traffic rules in paragraph 1.2. It establishes what a bicycle zone means. This is a place for bicycle riders to ride. The beginning and end of this zone are indicated by special signs shown below.

Bicycle zone signs

The new signs look like this:

Pedestrians can cross anywhere

According to the new Rules, the bicycle traffic zone was made a kind of exception for pedestrians. Now they can cross it anywhere. This addition was included in paragraph 4.3 of the Traffic Regulations, where all restrictions on crossings are indicated.

Speed ​​limit

On bicycle paths, the speed of movement is now the same as it was provided for in courtyards. It cannot be higher than 20 km per hour , as amended in the traffic rules in paragraph 10.2. Previously, it stated that in populated areas, traffic was allowed at a speed of no higher than 60 km per hour, and in courtyards and residential areas - no higher than 20 km per hour. Now bicycle zones have been added to the latter territories.

New item introduced

A new clause has been introduced into the rules, numbered 24.11, which relates to requirements for bicycle drivers. According to it, the following conditions are established specifically for the bicycle zone:

• Following changes to the Rules, cyclists now have priority over other vehicles, such as cars.
• Driving is permitted across the entire width of the zone.
• Pedestrians are allowed to cross the bicycle zone in all places, subject to compliance with traffic rules from 4.4 to 4.7. They must take into account the presence of a green traffic light, not interfere with the movement of bicycles, and not linger on the road for a long time. When approaching a car with a flashing light and siren, pedestrians must give way to it.

New bicycle zone markings

The latest innovation is the new road markings numbered 1.24.6. It marks the beginning of the bicycle zone. In appearance, the markings resemble sign 5.33.1.

Other innovations for bicycle riders

New changes have also been introduced in small details of traffic rules. This applies to compliance with other laws, as well as with the paragraphs of these Rules.

Stop prohibition

The changes include clarifications in which places it is prohibited to stop a car. This list now includes bicycle paths.

According to the new rules, stopping is prohibited in places where the car will block traffic lights, signs from other drivers, or interfere with other cars, including on bicycle paths. In addition, you cannot stop closer than 5 meters from the intersection of a bicycle path with a road for cars, or if it interferes with pedestrians.

Bicycle traffic in yards

Even under the old Rules, not everyone knew about the prohibition of driving through courtyards without stopping. It was necessary to stop. Once the changes take effect, there will be no similar prohibition for cyclists. This is stated in the new version of clause 17.2. Such violations were practically not detected by traffic police officers, so this innovation can be called useless.

Cyclists turning left on the road

The changes concern traffic on a multi-lane road. Newly, bicycle drivers are allowed to turn left from the right side of the road and turn around. But this permit is valid only if the road is located far from the bicycle zone.

Where can you ride a bike?

The traffic rules for cyclists concern several points from section 24. Let’s take a closer look at what the Rules allow.

Bicycle drivers over 14 years of age can ride in the following places:

1. Along the bike lane, along the bike and pedestrian path.
2. Along the roadway on the right.
3. They can drive along the side of the road.
4. Along a pedestrian path or sidewalk.

Each subsequent paragraph assumes that there are no previous conditions. You can ride on the sidewalk if there is no shoulder, or it is impossible to ride on the right edge, or there is no lane for cyclists.

In addition, there are some exceptions to these conditions:

• It is allowed to ride a bicycle on the roadway if its width, or the load attached to it, is more than 1 meter wide.
• If cyclists are traveling in a column, then they are allowed to ride on the roadway.
• You are allowed to ride on a pedestrian path if you are accompanying a child under 14 years of age who is driving a bicycle, or if you are carrying a child under 7 years of age.

If cyclists ride in two rows, then the width of the bicycle should not be more than 75 cm. The column is divided into groups of 10 people in one row, or 10 pairs in two rows. To ensure that other vehicles can overtake, there must be a distance of at least 80 meters between groups.

Location Features

Young cyclists aged 7-14 years can ride in pedestrian areas, on bicycle and pedestrian paths, as well as sidewalks.

Cyclists who are school students should not ride on the side of the road.

Children under 7 years old can only ride with pedestrians, that is, in those places where pedestrians are allowed to walk (sidewalks, pedestrian zones, etc.). Therefore, today cyclists can ride on roadsides and sidewalks. In such cases, special requirements are imposed under clause 24.6 of the traffic rules. He says that if a cyclist on a sidewalk or in a pedestrian area is disturbing other people, then he should walk and follow the rules for pedestrians.

The following example clearly shows the advantages and rights of each traffic participant. For example, a cyclist and a car are moving along the sidewalk (sometimes the rules allow this). If they collide with each other, both will be found guilty. And if a cyclist gets off his bike and walks, then he will not be at fault. As a result, he will not have to pay for car repairs.

Thus, paragraph 24.6 of the Rules indicates that in case of an accident on the sidewalk, the cyclist is among the culprits in any case. Some roads have special lanes for cyclists. They are indicated by special signs. You can only ride on them on mopeds and bicycles. Other vehicles should not enter them.

Public transport lanes

Cyclists can ride in these places in accordance with paragraph 18.2 of the traffic rules. They are also indicated by special signs. If there are no such signs, but there is a lane, then the cyclist is prohibited from entering it.

What do cyclists violate most?

Popular violations of cyclists are riding in the oncoming lane or in a pedestrian crossing. In such cases, they forget that they are drivers and not pedestrians. Both cases pose a great danger on the road. This is especially true for the second case.

In such situations, children often die, but car owners will not be to blame. They are required to yield only to pedestrians, not to drivers. This vehicle can reach speeds of 40 km per hour or more. That's why they sometimes appear unexpectedly on the road. Motorists need to be more careful in the summer and monitor cyclists when they move on the road.

Can a cyclist ride on a pedestrian crossing?

Cyclists on the road are required to follow all traffic rules. If the traffic light is red, the cyclist must stand in the general traffic and wait for the green light. In accordance with paragraph 14.6 of the Traffic Rules, “the driver must give way to pedestrians walking towards or away from a fixed-route vehicle standing at a stop (from the door side).” Thus, the cyclist is obliged to stand in front of tram passengers or other pedestrians crossing the road. However, few people do this. Cyclists often not only run red lights if the road is relatively clear, but also push past pedestrians at zebra crossings, and also jump onto sidewalks and ride along them, only to return to the roadway a minute or two later.

Cyclist - driver of a vehicle

According to the rules, cyclists can cross the road and turn around only in those places where there is a broken marking line and there are no prohibiting signs, mainly at intersections. Naturally, not everyone will look for such a section of the road, and cyclists sometimes simply find a pedestrian crossing. They rush through it at full speed, so much so that people are forced to jump to the sides. If a child or an elderly person gets in the way at this moment, trouble is not far away.

In addition, the speed of a bicycle does not allow car drivers to notice such an object in time and react to it. A bicycle jumping out in front of them always turns into a serious obstacle. Motorists are sometimes forced to resort to emergency braking, which can cause an accident.

It is not surprising that, according to clause 8.11 of the traffic rules, a bicycle as a vehicle cannot move along a pedestrian crossing. In addition, the cyclist, as the driver of a vehicle, cannot turn “in tunnels; on bridges, overpasses, overpasses and under them; at railway crossings; and also in places with road visibility in at least one direction of less than 100 m.”

How to use transition?

If there is an urgent need to cross the road, the rules allow cyclists to use the pedestrian crossing, but only after dismounting. The bicycle must be kept close to you. If a person gets off his bike, he turns from a driver into a pedestrian, and his legal status changes. And now he has undeniable priority at the pedestrian crossing.

However, in accordance with Article 24 of the Traffic Regulations, cyclists are allowed to ride on sidewalks, and this is one of the exceptions that distinguishes bicycles from motor vehicles. True, a cyclist cannot always move there, but only in the following cases: “there are no bicycle and bicycle pedestrian paths or there is no opportunity to move along them, and there is also no opportunity to move along the right edge of the roadway or shoulder; the cyclist accompanies a cyclist under 14 years of age or transports a child under 7 years of age in a booster seat, in a bicycle stroller or in a trailer designed for use with a bicycle.”

In addition, if a cyclist has not reached the age of 14, he cannot ride on the roadway, but can only ride on the sidewalk. However, in this case it is important not to forget about the safety of pedestrians. In accordance with paragraph 24.6, “if the movement of a cyclist on a sidewalk, pedestrian path, shoulder or within pedestrian zones endangers or interferes with the movement of other persons, the cyclist must dismount and follow the requirements provided for by these Rules for the movement of pedestrians.”

If the cyclist was careless and caused harm to a pedestrian, then he is liable before the law as the driver of a vehicle. The problem is that cyclists do not have compulsory motor insurance, and the damage resulting from an accident can be serious. For example, when driving on the sidewalk, a cyclist will hit a person, after which hospitalization will be required.

OSAGO could cover the costs of treatment and recovery, but there is no insurance, and the dispute between the participants in this accident is completely under the jurisdiction of the courts. Victims can bring serious claims against the person responsible for the accident.

There is also a fine for cyclists, although only one. According to Article 12.29 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, for any violation of the Traffic Rules by a person driving a bicycle, an administrative penalty is imposed in the form of a fine in the amount of 800 rubles.

Cyclist at a pedestrian crossing

The situation on the road, when a cyclist passes through a pedestrian crossing without getting off his bike, no longer surprises anyone. Rarely do police stop such violators. Almost every bicycle owner has crossed a pedestrian crossing at least once in their life.

However, there are certain traffic rules that the owner of a bike must obey.

Cyclist - pedestrian or driver

To answer this question you need to refer to the traffic rules. Based on the formulated traffic rules, a bike is a non-mechanical vehicle, and the cyclist acts as its driver.

If the owner of the iron horse dismounts, he already falls under the category of a pedestrian. A logical conclusion follows from this. Since the crossing is called a pedestrian crossing, you must cross it while driving your “iron horse” on foot.

There is only one difference between a pedestrian and a dismounted cyclist. Outside cities, villages, towns, pedestrians are required to walk towards the flow of cars and other vehicles, while bicycle owners are required to walk along the flow of traffic.

Who gives way to whom

According to the traffic rules, a cyclist is a vehicle while driving, and therefore must obey traffic signs. Take into account the signals of other vehicles, follow the instructions of traffic lights and traffic controllers.

Bicycles, scooters, components

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At an unregulated type of pedestrian crossing, the bike driver is required to let pedestrians pass. In large cities where there are tram lines, the cyclist is also required to give way to pedestrians heading to the tram.

How to cross a pedestrian crossing as a cyclist

Some bike owners use pedestrian crossings to turn around. However, is this allowed by traffic rules?

Based on clause 8.11, bike owners are prohibited from performing such maneuvers. What should you do in this situation?

Traffic rules indicate that the cyclist will need to dismount and cross the zebra crossing, leading the “iron horse” by the steering wheel. After which the biker has the right to choose any direction for further movement.

Based on traffic rules, pedestrian crossings are a section of the road with limited functionality. For this reason, it is prohibited to stand on a pedestrian crossing or within 5 meters of it.

Separately, the rules for crossing railway crossings should be highlighted. When a cyclist or pedestrian violates the rules on the roadway, it is not as deadly compared to the railway.

The total mass of the composition is hundreds of times greater than the weight of the bicycle and its owner. Most collisions are fatal.

When crossing a railway crossing, the owner of the iron horse must pay attention and obey the traffic light signs. Make sure there are no sound signals from the approaching train. You are also required to stop before the lowered barrier.

A cyclist needs to be extremely careful at a railway crossing and not travel with vacuum headphones in his ears. Equipping your bike with reflectors and flashlights will reduce the likelihood of an accident.

A difficult situation develops when a cyclist appears in a pedestrian area. To avoid creating problems in the movement of other pedestrians, the owner of the bike must respect the priority of movement.

1. Special paths for bicycle owners.
2. Side of the road.
3. Right edge of the roadway.

Moving along sidewalk areas is allowed if the cyclist is under 14 years old or the owner of the bike is accompanying a child of preschool age, or there is no opportunity to move along other priority areas.

Most cities in the Russian Federation do not have special roads for cyclists. Roadsides may be covered in snow or littered with debris. In such situations, it is recommended to move on the sidewalk.

It is also required to comply with Article 6 of the traffic rules, which states the following:

When cycling makes it difficult for pedestrians to travel, the owner of the bike must dismount and cover the “densely populated” section of the route on foot. Cyclists must use extreme caution when traveling on pedestrian roads.

Fining a cyclist for driving through a pedestrian crossing

Crossing the road of cyclists while driving, obstructing the movement of vehicles or other pedestrians is forgiven only for the first time and at the request of a police officer. In case of repeated violation, according to the traffic rules, a fine of 300 rubles or more is imposed.

Driving a bicycle while intoxicated is also punishable by an administrative fine of 500 rubles or more.

To ensure that the actions of the bike owner do not irritate vehicle drivers or interfere with pedestrians, you need to remember the basic rule:

The owner of a bicycle is allowed to cross a pedestrian crossing by dismounting and driving the bike by the handlebars, but crossing this section of the road on a bike is prohibited.

Traffic regulations for pedestrians and cyclists

TRAFFIC RULES FOR PEDESTRIANS

When it comes to behavior on the roads, most people usually think about cars and traffic rules regarding vehicles. However, ordinary people, pedestrians, are one of the main parties to traffic rules, and they also have certain responsibilities.

Moreover, compliance by pedestrians with traffic rules makes traffic much safer and reduces the risk of car accidents and other incidents. Unfortunately, not everyone knows that pedestrians can be fined for failure to comply with their duties according to traffic regulations.

This article will discuss the rules for pedestrians and cyclists, various nuances, responsibilities and consequences of possible violations. Therefore, it will be useful for everyone.

Every person should pay close attention to the following points of the traffic rules, which he must adhere to in places where motor vehicles are moving:

1. People may move along designated lanes, sidewalks and bicycle paths. When there is no specially allocated space, a person can walk along the side of the road. If there is none, you can move along the right edge of the road. According to traffic rules, several people are required to walk in one row, one after the other.

2. Walking along the road, pedestrians are required to move towards vehicle traffic. This is necessary in order not to lose vigilance.

3. If people move in the evening, at night and in conditions of poor visibility, traffic rules for pedestrians recommend having areas on clothing that reflect and return light so that the driver can see the person in front of him in time.

4. People can cross the road: at pedestrian crossings, which can be located above and below ground. On the road surface they are usually distinguished by special markings (“zebra crossing”); at intersections along the sidewalk line (if there is no equipped crossing within sight). In the latter case, this can be done when the road is not divided by a marking strip and there are no approaching cars on both sides. If traffic at an intersection is regulated and special markings are applied, then a pedestrian can cross the road diagonally.

5. Columns of pedestrians are required to move as follows: people have the right to walk closer to the right edge of the road towards the movement of cars, four people in one row. On the left, in front and behind the column, according to traffic rules, there should be people with bright red flags or burning white and red flashlights (respectively). The option with flashlights is used when visibility is poor.

6. Groups of small children must be accompanied by an adult; they can move on sidewalks only during the day. Speaking of children, the traffic rules dictate that near highways they must always be accompanied by a pedestrian over 18 years of age.

7. When crossing the road, people must be guided by the signals of the traffic light (pedestrian, transport) or a special traffic controller. If the crossing is not regulated in any way, traffic rules allow a person to cross the road when he understands that the car is moving far away and does not pose a threat, and it will not slow down traffic or create problems on the roadway.

8. If a pedestrian’s view is obstructed by any restriction (bus, etc.), before crossing, he needs to carefully look out and make sure that he can move.

9. Being on the roadway, a pedestrian is obliged to cross it without stopping (only if the delay is not necessary to let a car pass, etc.). For those on foot who did not have time to cross the road before vehicular traffic began, there are designated spaces - safety islands. If it is absent, you need to stand directly on the dividing line between oncoming flows. According to the traffic rules, before crossing the rest of the road, a pedestrian must make sure that the crossing is safe.

10. If pedestrians notice the blue or blue-red light of a flashing light along with a special sound signal, traffic regulations oblige them to immediately leave the road or, if they intend to cross it, to temporarily refrain from doing so.

11. To wait for public transport, special landing areas (on a slight elevation) are equipped - this is where people need to be. If there is no such place, then you can stand on the sidewalk (sideline), but you need to go out onto the road to board the vehicle after it stops. And after exiting, the pedestrian must immediately leave the road.

Attention! The described traffic rules for pedestrians also concern human behavior on tram tracks.

TRAFFIC RULES FOR CYCLISTS

Cyclists should pay attention to the following traffic rules. They will help clarify all controversial issues and avoid troubles:

1. Children under 14 years of age have the right to use a bicycle to travel only in areas for pedestrians.

2. Children over 14 years of age, in addition to the possibilities listed in the paragraph above, can travel in bicycle lanes and on the outside of the road if:

· there is no other way to ride a bicycle except on the roadway;

· in terms of its dimensions, the bicycle (the cargo carried on it or a special trailer) is wider than one meter;

· a whole column of cyclists is moving - they must ride in groups at a distance of about 100 meters from each other: in one group there can be up to 10 people, in two lines of 5 cyclists each;

3. An adult cyclist monitors the movement of a child under 7 years old on a separate bicycle or transports him in a separate chair or in a bicycle stroller.

4. According to the traffic rules, cyclists have the right to ride on the sidewalk if there are no special paths for traffic, or it is not possible to move along them.

5. On the highway, bicycles should be driven in one row along the edge on the right. Movement is possible in 2 rows only if there is a large column, or if the width of the bicycle equipment is no more than 75 cm.

6. A cyclist is prohibited from:

· operate the device with only one hand;

· drive across the road at a pedestrian crossing;

· transport adults if the design of the bicycle does not allow this, as well as carry children without a special place or seat;

· transport oversized cargo longer or wider than 50 cm, or if it interferes with control;

· towing does not apply to bicycles.

7. In case of poor visibility of traffic rules, cyclists are advised to have objects that will return the headlights to car drivers.

8. If riding a bicycle in a pedestrian zone interferes with the movement of people or creates any dangers, then the person must dismount and cross the area as a pedestrian.

FINES FOR PEDESTRIANS: SPECIFIC VIOLATIONS AND AMOUNTS

In Russia, fines for pedestrians for violating traffic rules are clearly regulated if traffic police officers see and detain the person in time. Of course, in a dispute you can prove that you are right, but it is better to simply not commit offenses.

FOR WHAT VIOLATIONS CAN A PERSON RECEIVE A FINE?

There are a number of serious violations for which a pedestrian can receive a considerable fine:

1. The first and simplest violation, which is considered gross, according to the traffic rules, is a pedestrian crossing the roadway at a red traffic light. Despite the seemingly frivolous nature, this offense can result in a serious accident, injury, and even death. The amount of the fine is 500 rubles.

2. Every pedestrian should know the meaning of the traffic controller’s gestures. They are not difficult to learn, especially those related to pedestrian traffic. If you make a mistake, you can receive a fine of 500 rubles.

3. If a person crosses the street near the crossing, and not along it, this is also a violation, since the traffic rules regard this as a violation on the part of the pedestrian: interfering with cars. The fine is also 500 rubles.

4. As you know, you need to bypass a bus vehicle from behind, and a tram vehicle - from the front. For a pedestrian violating this traffic rule, a fine of 500 rubles is also imposed.

5. If a person moves in an area where pedestrian traffic is prohibited. Such zones are marked with special signs. For such violations the fine is 500 rubles.

6. If a pedestrian ignores a car with a flashing beacon and sirens on and does not let it pass, then he will also receive a fine of 500 rubles.

7. You can exit a taxi onto the roadway only on the pedestrian sidewalk. If you step out of a taxi onto the road, you will be fined 500 rubles.

8. Fine in the amount of 500 rubles. assigned when moving along the roadway if there is a sidewalk (shoulder) nearby.

There are also large amounts of fines, they are possible if:

· a pedestrian obstructing the flow of traffic in case of violation - 1000 rubles;

· the violation caused harm to the health of the injured person (in a mild or moderate degree) – from 1000 to 1500 rubles.

The traffic rules for pedestrians and cyclists described above are quite easy to follow. A person just needs to be attentive, careful enough and have basic knowledge to avoid any troubles on the roads. Knowing these simple rules, everyone can ensure their safety.

Bicycle/Road rules/RF

Content

A bicycle is defined as “a vehicle, other than a wheelchair, having two or more wheels and generally propelled by the muscular power of its occupants, which may have an electric motor of up to 0.25 kW (rated), switching off when exceeding 25 km/h" (traffic rules 1.2). A cyclist, according to the Rules, qualifies as a bicycle driver. After the introduction of the clarifying amendment “Pedestrians are treated as persons... using roller skates, scooters and other similar means for transportation.” (Clause 1.2 of the Traffic Regulations) bicycles, as a rule, include means that have a drive to the wheel, and are not driven by direct pushing of the pedestrian from the road surface.

A bicycle is a vehicle, but is only a "motor vehicle" if it can be propelled by a motor. Therefore, if the traffic rules say “vehicle,” then this applies to all bicycles, and if it says “motor vehicle,” then this applies to bicycles with a motor that is structurally capable of driving the vehicle. [1]

If a person does not ride a bicycle, but drives it, then he is considered a pedestrian, not a cyclist (Traffic Rules 1.2). In general, he is equivalent to a pedestrian carrying a bulky load, and therefore can use the edge of the roadway. But at the same time, the Rules stipulate one difference between a dismounted cyclist and a pedestrian: according to clause 4.1 of the traffic rules, “Outside populated areas, when moving on the roadway, pedestrians must walk towards the movement of vehicles,” but “Persons ... driving ... a bicycle must follow the direction of movement of vehicles " Movement along the roadsides has no such restrictions.

Persons at least 14 years of age are allowed to ride a bicycle when traveling on roads (Traffic Regulations 24.1).

Electric bicycles with a motor power of more than 250 W, according to the state standard for the classification of vehicles, are mopeds [2], which is why they are subject to appropriate age restrictions that set the minimum age for driving a moped equal to 16 years (SDA 24.1). Also, the driver of an electric bicycle must wear a fastened motorcycle helmet (Traffic Regulations 24.3), and from the end of 2013 he will need to have a driver’s license of category M or any other category. However, electric bicycles that have an engine with a power not exceeding 0.25 kW and that automatically switches off at speeds over 25 km/h are not mopeds (SDA 1.2)

The bicycle must have working brakes, handlebars and a sound signal, be equipped with a reflector and a white flashlight or headlight on the front. The flashlight must be turned on in the dark and when there is insufficient visibility (Traffic Regulations 19.1), and if there is a headlight, the low beam of the headlight must also be turned on during daylight hours (Traffic Regulations 19.5). The bicycle must be equipped with a red or (Traffic Regulations 2.3.1 and “Basic provisions for the approval of vehicles for operation...”, clause 6.). Driving is prohibited if the service brake system or steering system is faulty (Traffic Regulations 2.3.1). The presence of a mirror on the steering wheel is not required by the rules, but when driving on roads it can be useful.

Columns of cyclists when moving along the roadway must be divided into groups of 10 cyclists. To facilitate overtaking, the distance between groups should be 80-100 meters (traffic rules)

Bicycle drivers are prohibited from:

• drive without holding the steering wheel with at least one hand (traffic rules 24.8);
• transport passengers (if this is not provided for by the design of the vehicle), except for a child under 7 years of age, on an additional seat equipped with reliable footrests (traffic rules 24.8);
• transport cargo that protrudes beyond the dimensions by more than 0.5 m in length or width, or cargo that interferes with control (traffic rules 24.8);
• move along the road if there is a bicycle path nearby (traffic rules 24.8);
• turn left or turn around on roads with tram traffic and on roads with more than one lane for traffic in a given direction (Traffic Rules 24.8);
• drive on highways (traffic rules 16.1);
• move along the road in the dark (and/or in conditions of insufficient visibility) without the front white light on (“Basic provisions for the approval of vehicles for operation...”, paragraph 6);
• towing bicycles, as well as bicycles, except for towing a trailer intended for use with a bicycle (Traffic Rules 24.9).

In addition, bicycle drivers, like drivers of other vehicles, are prohibited (Traffic Rules 2.7):

• drive a vehicle while intoxicated (alcohol, drugs or other), under the influence of medications that impair reaction and attention, in a sick or tired state that jeopardizes traffic safety;
• transfer control of a bicycle to persons who are intoxicated, under the influence of drugs, sick or tired;
• cross organized (including foot) columns and take a place in them;
• use intoxicating substances after a traffic accident in which he is involved, or after the vehicle has been stopped at the request of a police officer, before an examination to determine the state of intoxication is carried out, or until a decision is made to exempt from such an examination;
• drive a vehicle in violation of the work and rest regime established by the authorized federal executive body;
• use while driving a telephone that is not equipped with a technical device that allows hands-free conversations.

At intersections, the usual priority rules apply (Traffic Regulations clause 13, etc.). Thus, a car moving on a secondary road must yield to a bicycle moving on the main road (Traffic Rules 13.9-13.10). At an unregulated intersection of equal roads, a trackless vehicle that has no obstacle on the right has priority (traffic rules 13.11), that is, at such an intersection, a car approaching from the left must give way to a cyclist. It is worth remembering that in the absence of sign 1.6 “Intersection of equivalent roads” and priority signs, sometimes a situation arises when it is not possible for the driver to determine the type of specific intersection. In such a situation, the driver must consider that he is moving on a secondary road (Traffic Rules 13.13).

At signalized intersections, cyclists must obey the signals of special bicycle traffic lights (Traffic Regulations 6.5), and in their absence, the signals of ordinary transport traffic lights (not pedestrian ones).

A car turning right must give way to a cyclist crossing the road on which he is turning along the bicycle path, in accordance with clause 13.1 of the traffic rules. Also, the car must give way to cyclists when leaving the road into the adjacent territory (Traffic Regulations 8.3).

Since a left turn in multi-lane traffic and on roads with tram tracks, including at intersections (Traffic Rules 24.3), to make a left turn on such roads you must:

• drive straight through the intersection, turn (90° to the left) in the right lane of the road being crossed, and when the traffic light signal permits, drive straight through the intersection again;

• dismount and cross the road at the pedestrian crossing.

A cyclist, having reached the end of the “T” shaped intersection, can turn left (similar to driving through a regular intersection) without interfering with other vehicles.

When turning, clause 8.6 of the rules should also be taken into account: “The turn must be carried out in such a way that when leaving the intersection of roadways, the vehicle does not end up on the side of oncoming traffic. When turning right, the vehicle should move as close as possible to the right edge of the roadway.”

At controlled pedestrian crossings, cyclists must obey the signals of bicycle or general traffic lights, as well as traffic controllers (Traffic Regulations clause 6).

At unregulated pedestrian crossings, cyclists, like all other drivers, must give way to pedestrians (Traffic Regulations 14.1). You should also give way to pedestrians walking to or from a tram stopped at a stop (from the doors), if the tram tracks run along the roadway (Traffic Rules 14.6).

Cyclists are not allowed to turn around at a pedestrian crossing (traffic rules 8.11); in this case, you need to get off the bike and cross the road as a pedestrian.

Stopping and parking are prohibited at pedestrian crossings and closer than 5 m in front of them (Traffic Regulations 12.4).

Cyclists are prohibited from crossing the road at pedestrian crossings. That is, if a cyclist was riding on the sidewalk and he needs to cross the road at a pedestrian crossing, he needs to get off the bike and “turn into a pedestrian.” (Traffic rules 24.8)

To indicate the maneuver, the Rules provide the following signs (Traffic Regulations 8.1-8.2):

• Stop: raised hand (any).

• Turn or change lanes to the right: right arm extended, or left arm extended and bent at the elbow.

• Turn or change lanes to the left: left arm extended, or right arm extended and bent at the elbow.

However, it is not recommended to use alternative methods (where the arm is bent), since they are designed for motorists.

It is also recommended to give a left turn signal when turning around a motor vehicle parked at the right edge of the lane.

When riding in a group, another sign is used, intended not for motorists, but for cyclists riding behind you.

• Pits on the right: right hand lowered down.

• Pits on the left: left hand down.

The leader gives the signs first, and the group members immediately repeat them. You should not wait until you pass or see a hole; you must signal immediately after the next cyclist in front of you. The leader (or single cyclist) must give signs in advance so that the group and motorists have time to react (Traffic Regulations 8.2).

Only three road signs specifically refer to cyclists:

• prescriptive 4.4 “Bicycle path”. This and only this sign indicates a bike path; a strip of asphalt running along the road that is not marked with this sign should be considered either a shoulder on which cyclists are allowed to travel, or a sidewalk on which cyclists are prohibited (except for the cases described above);
• prohibiting 3.9 “Movement on bicycles is prohibited.”
• warning 1.24 “Intersection with a bicycle path.”