Is it true that bikers have to ride their bike in the roads and not on the sidewalks?
79798
yes, and infact the biker has to obey all the same rules of the road as car traffic, that means yielding to pedestrians, signaling, and traveling with traffic, bikers should stay to the side of the road though, cars are not often courteous to bikers!! darn drivers!!
54141
Yes, you must have a Motorcycle endorsement...this also applies to mopeds and scooters. And the sidecar does not excuse the rider from needing an endorsement.
44102
No, it applies only to motorized vehicles. Some places have laws against riding bicycles while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.
715936
Some shops sell second hand bikes.\nAlso check the adds in the papers.
1185946
hey Sk8, im an oldschool biker and cops used to bother us all the time about doin tricks on public stuff, benches and bike racks, curbs etc.. My skater buddies would have the same issues but as long as we werent being destructive they would usually just tell us go somewhere else. \nthis was back in the 80's so today the cops probably are a little harder on the folks.
15328
Yes and No. I lived in NYC and LA and the difference is that in NYC you would see a celebrity riding the subway or walking next to you on the sidewalk. It is a very casual encounter. In LA, no one walks so it is more likely that you will see someone at a restaurant than on the sidewalk. Very unusual to see someone while driving along the freeway.
691856
I put a pair of Specialized Cumulous (or something) on my old mountain bike to use it in the city.  The fact is that on asphalt, 26-inch road slicks are *way* better than knobbies. They're faster and corner better, and if the asphalt is wet, they're just safer.
13188
Personally you need to be there hitting the pavement
193120
no.\n\nstand on the side of the road\n\nyoull meet someone eventually.
763056
Since you had a traumatic experience with riding bikes when you earlier tried it----Ride with a pro experienced rider with your OWN bike---better if its equipped with basics ( good brakes, platform pedals, use sneakers for quick dabs,a well fit helmet)----its best to ride where there is zero distractions ( pedestrians, joggers, baby kids on strollers)----make sure you learn with caution and when you accomplish your mission---RIDE THE WIND!
675059
Riding on the road takes a lot of courage and patience.  I'm a road rider, and although I've never been hit, I have been forced off the road a couple times.  I would say that 99% of the motorists out there are very careful of cyclists, but there is that 1% who can be dangerous.  Keep in mind...as a cyclist riding on the road, you have just as much of a right to be there as a car does.  Follow the rules of the road.  Go with the flow of traffic.  Stop at all red lights and stop signs.  And always ignore those cars or pick-ups that try to scare you.  They aren't worth the attention.\n\nAnd here are a few tips to help make riding with traffic a little safer and easier.  Always ride several feet away from the curb or the edge of the road.  This will give you room to maneuver if you need to without going into the curb or off-road.  Remember that it's the car's job to go around you, not for you to avoid the car.  Always listen for cars coming up behind you.  Be aware that they are there.  Ride predictably.  Ride in a straight line, don't make the car behind you have to guess if you will keep your line.  Don't ride in the dark.  Always wear bright, highly visible clothing.\n\nThe more you ride on the road, the more your confidence will grow, and the more enjoyable your ride will be.  Good luck!
1011922
Yes its too dangerous now a days. When our parents were kids it wasnt bad, but now everyone sucks at driving. People kill bikers all the time becuase of their stupid...I would stay away from it unless you live in a small town.
277606
I don't know any in yonkers but I know of one near by. There is a route along the bronx river parkway and along the saw mill parkway. Also on Sundays they close down the actual BRP to cyclists.
755504
no! In California, riding electric scooters on the road is legal. Due to similarities in weight and speed, treating electric scooters like bikes makes sense. Unfortunately, the enabling legislation (SB 441) adds extra limitations (minimum age of 16, wear a helmet, etc.). For the actual code sections, see http://www.dmv.ca.gov/pubs/vctop/vc/tocd11c1a5.htm
495067
It isn't healthy or unhealthy.  A lot of athletes do it; swimmers claim it reduces drag in the water, bicyclists do it because it makes it easier for road rash to heal more quickly.  And yes, some just like the way it looks.
198469
There is no written law against this. In fact, I regularly take my right shoe off to drive. Gives me a better feel of the pedals.
874412
i don't think so.. and what do you mean a straight line.. do you mean if you take the whole street or part of the street(like lanes)