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A bicycle must be equipped with certain lights at night and in inclement weather.  Lights on bicycles may flash.  Lights in addition to those required may be used.   Blue lights and red lights visible forward may not be used.   Cyclists under 16 years of age must wear helmets.

Laws Applicable to Bicycles

By Geo Posted on January 9, 2021 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment, Program Updates 1 Comment

Question Mike asked:  Given the law defines a bicycle as a road vehicle and its operator as a driver, do the same equipment standards (per FL DMV Handbook or perhaps, FL statue) apply to bicycles. It seems to me it …

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Purple Lights

By Geo Posted on August 6, 2020 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment No Comments

Question Matthew asked:  I got a good deal on some purple LED’s (guess it’s not a popular color). Can I legally use these on the rear and rear sides of a bicycle in Florida?  Answer The purple lights can be used …

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Many Lights

By Geo Posted on July 26, 2020 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment No Comments

Question Richard asked:  I came across a bike rider on A1A with about 25-30 blinking LED lights on the back and about 15 blinking white lights on the front. It wasn’t good. Too bright and distracting to drivers. What’s the law …

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Mirrors

By Geo Posted on June 28, 2020 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment 1 Comment

Question Steven asked:  Since bikes must follow the rules of the road, is it required to install side view mirrors if we plan on biking on a road? Answer Although it is hardly known, the following statute applies to all vehicles.  A …

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Flashing Bicycle Lights

By Geo Posted on January 26, 2020 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment 2 Comments

Question Dave asked:  I use a front white flashing light as a daytime running light.  Do state/city rules prohibit flashing white lights after dark?  (I also have flashing amber side lights and red rear lights) Answer Bicycles can be equipped with lights in …

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Headsets

By Geo Posted on December 3, 2019 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment No Comments

Question Ron asked:  Can I wear ear buds while cycling in Florida? If not, are Bluetooth speakers permitted? Answer The only applicable statute is in this post.

Power Generated by a Bicycle

By Geo Posted on August 15, 2019 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment, Definitions 3 Comments

Question Joel asked: Does a bicycle have to be a direct pedal drive to be a bicycle? Or can you pedal to generate electricity to power an electric motor, accessories, and charge batteries? Answer As long as the bicycle meets …

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Bicycle Identification

By Geo Posted on June 17, 2019 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment No Comments

Question Michael asked: Am I legally obligated or required produce or show my bicycle’s identification and/or serial number to a law enforcement officer if detained/”pulled over” for a bicycle violation? I understand I will be required to identify myself. Answer …

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Video Evidence

By Geo Posted on April 25, 2019 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment, Misc, Program Updates 2 Comments

Question Kenneth asked: I’m a daily 25-mile bicycle commuter. I try hard to lead by example, wearing full safety equipment and lighting, following all traffic rules (including full-stops at stop-signs) and generally be a courteous road sharer. Despite this, I …

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Patrol Belt

By Geo Posted on March 25, 2019 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment, Bike Lanes No Comments

Question Howard asked: Recently I asked about placing cards on trucks and cars parked in the bike lane. This actually works and I have seen trucks move after finding the cards. I wonder if wearing a patrol belt while riding …

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