Wide Load Bike?
Question Kevin asked: Can we attach a horizontal flag to the rear of the bike to keep motor vehicles away? I put a 3 foot long, 1/8th inch wooden dowel with an orange pendant attached to my rear rack, sticking …
Tag: Bicycle Equipment
Lights on the Sidewalk
Question Quinton asked: Are lights still required at night even though you are riding your bike on sidewalk?
Bikes with Gas Assist Motors – Something New!!
Question Heard of Something New asked: I heard someone, just recently, got a letter from the DMV that said adding a gas motor on a bicycle, still keeps it a bicycle. So how can it not be allowed on public …
Penalties for Bike Citations
Question Mr O asked: I want to know the fee for bicycle citation. I have different fee amount for the same citation and I think clerk of county is making me pay too much ? 1. 2008 Bike/Fail to ride right-hand curb 2. 2008 …
Small Child in a Sling
Question Vannah asked: Is it illegal to ride a bike with a infant in a chest carrier on your chest? I was doing this and had at least 8-9 cops, and sheriffs pass me and never stop me and say …
Bicycle Lights
Question Was the Florida Bicycle Association successful in facilitating a change in the bicycle lighting requirements in 2012 legislation?
Bicycle Equipment for Children
Question Fran asked: What are the laws for child carriers that are on or being towed by bicycles?
Bicycle Helmets
Question Kim asked: Are bicycle riders required by law to wear a helmet? If not, do you think it is a good idea to wear one anyway?
Bicycle Trailer Lighting
Question Chas asked: Under Florida law, a bicycle is considered a vehicle and as such, must obey all traffic laws that apply to vehicles. Vehicles towing a trailer must have the trailer equipped with lights and illuminated license plate. Since …
Bicycle Helmets
Question Jill asked: As an adult, am I required to wear a helmet while riding my bicycle? Our traffic rules are the same as we observe on the roads and highways. However, there is less traffic and a more relaxed …