Bicycle traffic rules
Observe traffic rules
- Prepare to stop at all traffic lights
- Stop when light is red and prepare to stop when the light turns yellow
- Please take note the road is not closed for the event.
Overtaking another cyclist
- Slower moving traffic stays to the left; faster traffic to the right.
- Never overtake on the left of a group
- Pass slower moving vehicle on the right; announce your intention to do so
Announce hazards
- Most cyclists do not have a full view of the road while riding in a group
- Announce pot holes and other hazards so that others can avoid them
- Call out the hazard and point down to it, either left or right.
Watch for traffic from the rear
- The last rider should frequently check for overtaking cars
- When overtaking other riders, make sure there is no cars at the back.
- This is not a race, ensure safe overtaking on wider stretch of roads.
Watch out at intersections
- Leader should announce slowing or stopping at intersections, if necessary
- Cyclists should not blindly follow others through intersections without first looking for themselves
- Each cyclist is responsible for checking cross traffic; if you must stop, signal
Leave room for cars
- On narrow road or during climbs, leave space between every three or four riders
- Motorists will utilize the shorter passing intervals to pass the group
- Good relation with motorists is the responsibility of every cyclists. Remember we share the road with every others.
Stop off road
- When stopping for mechanicals or regrouping, always move clear of the road
- Always indicate you afre stopping with your right hand asking them to overtake you on the right
- Always yield to traffic in the roadway
Practice good Peloton Etiquette
- Everyone in the peloton has to contribute to the workload. That means taking your fair share of the pull at the front
- It's OK to do a shorter pull, especially if you are tired. Just do a token pull, indicate and pull off to the right and back after you have established it's safe to do so
- When you go to the front, always keep a constant and steady speed. Do not accelerate or show off how fast you are. Remember, it's not a race !
- Typically everyone climbs at their own pace. So after a climb, recover and and regroup before setting off again
- Do not pull too long in front; always reserve some energy
Ride single file
- It is illegal in some places to cycle two abreast. Avoid doing this if you can
- In Malaysia, the roads are narrow, it is better to ride in a single file unless it is safe to ride double pace line
Wet conditions
- During wet conditions, increase distance between riders to allow safe braking
