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Cycling has become more prevalent in Singapore as a form of transportation and for leisure. Cyclists should adopt safe cycling behaviours and habits, especially when cycling on the roads. Just like Dependable Daud, here is what you can do to get from point A to B, safely.

• Safeguard yourself from injury by wearing a protective helmet, and use elbow pads and knee pads to cushion the impact of a fall. Do note that it is mandatory to wear a helmet when cycling on the roads.
• Wear light-coloured or reflective clothing to enhance your visibility to other road users.
• Switch on your front white light and a rear red light in low-light conditions. Having a rear red reflector also helps to enhance your visibility.
• Maintain your bicycle regularly and always check that your bicycle is in good working condition.

If you intend to ride on the roads,

•  Do not cycle on expressways or road tunnels.
• Obey traffic rules and never cycle against the flow of traffic.
• Always keep to the left side of the road and ride in an orderly manner.
• Use hand signals to warn other road users of your intention.
• Keep a safe distance behind moving vehicles.
• Slow down and look out for other road users when approaching bends, junctions, bus stops and pedestrian crossings.
• When you are coming to a stop, place your left foot on the ground and alight from the left side of the road.
• Do not carry things, walk a dog, hold an umbrella, or occupy one hand while cycling.
• Do not hold and use your mobile communication device when you are cycling.

• Never assume you have right of way and always remain alert and vigilant while cycling on the roads. Keep a lookout for other bigger and faster road users.
• Watch out for children who may dash across roads or the elderly who may take a little longer to cross.
• Give pedestrians advance warning as you approach them by ringing your bell.

• You must only ride a Land Transport Authority (LTA)-approved PAB that is affixed with a valid LTA seal, and have it registered and affixed with a number plate.
• You must be at least 16 years of age to ride a PAB.
• No persons below the age of 16 years old shall be carried as a pillion rider on a PAB.
• You and your pillion rider must wear a suitable protective bicycle helmet when riding a PAB.
• You must also observe all traffic rules when using your PAB on the roads. The safety tips for cyclists listed above also applies to PABs.

For more information on cycling rules, the code of conduct and guidelines for PABs, refer to LTA's website.