36. In the state driver’s manual is there information on the rights and responsibilities of bicyclists?
Is there language regarding motorists’ rights and responsibilities towards bicyclists?
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The West Virginia Driver’s Manual, contains the following information on the rights and responsibilites of bicyclists.
Page 40 Parking Maneuvers
Always look carefully for bicycles, motorcycles or larger vehicles that might be passing.
Page 49 Sharing the Road with Bicycles
Because of the great increase in the number of bicycles on the road, drivers must be extra alert for bicycles at all times. When passing a bicyclist, slow down, make sure he is aware of you and leave plenty of room between him or her and your vehicle. If there is no room to pass and traffic is approaching, wait until traffic has gone by before passing. When meeting an oncoming bicyclist at night, always dim your lights. Extra care is needed during the morning and afternoon when bicyclists are traveling between home and work, school or play.
Bicyclists are expected to know and obey all traffic laws and regulations. However, whether the bicyclist is operating lawfully or not, always give him or her the benefit of the doubt.
Bicycles are small and lightweight and almost any type of collision will result in injury or death of the rider.
Bicyclists must:
* Signal turns and stops unless both hands are required on the handlebars for balance
* If riding side by side, keep within a single lane and not hold up traffic
* Never hang onto other vehicles in any manner
* Yield the right-of-way to pedestrians
* Obey the same rules of the road as drivers of other vehicles
* Never carry a passenger unless an attached seat is available
* Never carry articles that interfere with the control of the bicycle or prevent the operator from keeping at least one hand upon the handlebars
* Ride in the same direction as other vehicles
The following equipment is required on all bicycles:
* Red reflector on the rear
* Brakes strong enough to stop one wheel on dry, level, clean pavement
* Bell or other device capable of giving a signal audible for a distance of at least 100 feet (No siren or whistle is permitted.)
* For riding after dark, a white headlight that is visible for at least 500 feet to the front
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