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NORTH YORKSHIRE POLICE COMMUNITY MESSAGING SERVICE

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25 Jan 2024

Be bright, be safe, be seen

Free Modern road bicycle on parking Stock Photo

The nights are drawing in early but if you are a cyclists and weather you cycling in the day or at night, its really important to be visible to other road user and pedestrians.

Below are a few things to keep in mind and keep you safe:

*A pedal c a pedal cycle must have a white front light and a red rear light. You must also have a red rear reflector and amber pedal reflectors.

*You can use flashing lights but if you are cycling in areas without streetlights we recommend a steady front lamp.

*There are a huge range of white light available for budgets and as well as being a legal requirement they are for the safety of everyone on the roads.

*Where bright coloured clothing. Luminous neon colours are always the most effective but there are many multicoloured coats, jackets, trousers and even trainers available to keep even the most fashion conscious cyclist visible.

*If you carry a rucksack when you cycle, make sure that it is visible to. You a could attach reflective strips for a bright rucksack cover.

*Keep your bike in good order and regularly check your tyres, breaks and chain are all in top condition.

However far you are cycling, we can't stress the importance of being visible enough.

Any motorist or pedestrian who has come across an unlit cyclist in the dark will know just how frightening it can be, so please follow the tips above and Be bright, be safe, be seen.

Free Group of bicyclists in sportswear and helmets riding on bicycles on asphalt road near forest and grass in daytime in countryside Stock Photo

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