* Overview of road rules
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Cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as other road users.
Cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as other road users. Whatever vehicle you drive, the golden rule is to treat other road users with respect and courtesy. All road users should drive or ride safely and obey the traffic rules at all times. This includes keeping as far left as practicable, stopping at red lights, etc.
For a list of rules that relate specifically to cyclists, download the info sheet at right. Bicycle Victoria also works to change the rules and laws to make things safer for everyone, including cyclists.
Respect
Cyclists must respect the rights of other road users if we are to expect the same courtesy in return. The small minority of irresponsible cyclists who disobey road rules harm the reputation of the majority of cyclists who do the right thing.
Fines for cyclists
Bicycle Victoria believes strongly in sharing the road. Cyclists infringing the law can expect to be fined the amount show in the information sheet (right).
The sheet shows cycling-specific offences and fines for general road rule infringements such as running red lights. The fines for cyclists in these cases are the same as for motorists. Running a red light will cost your $200 in you car or on your bike.
For road rules not listed, the fines are the same for cyclists as they are for other road users. For example, riding in a tramway risks a $75 fine.
For more, check out the links at right for VicRoads rules as they relate to bikes.
RACV has an excellent web-based quiz on road rules. See how well you fare. Follow the 'RACV Road Rules Quiz' link below and choose the Road Safety and Education link.
Police behaviour
The Ethical Standards Department (Ph 9247 3374) handle complaints about the behaviour of police.