Bicycles
Bicycle road treatments and signs
Bike lanes, signs and other road treatments ensure drivers and cyclists use the road safely.
You must follow road signs, lanes and other treatments showing how cars and bikes use the road.
| Road treatment or sign | Detail |
|---|---|
| Separate bike lanes | Bike lanes make it easier for riders and drivers to know where to go. It also helps ensure riders and drivers look out for each other. |
| Share lanes for riders and drivers | Share lane markings in certain streets help riders and drivers share the road. |
| Shared spaces for riders and pedestrians | Bike riders and pedestrians can use the same shared paths where signed and should look out for each other. |
| Bike lane signs | Other bike signs show where safer paths you can ride. |
| Other road treatments | These road treatments help reduce traffic volume and speed. |
View bicycle and e-scooter maps, including pop-up bicycle lanes and bicycle route network maps.
Rules for bike road treatments and signs
The rules for bike road treatments and signs are published in part 8, 11 and 15 of the Road Safety Road Rules 2017.