Bicycle Lane

A bicycle lane is a narrow traffic lane set aside on a road for the use of cyclists.

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Australian Road Rules

Bicycle lanes are covered by Section 153 of the Australian Road Rules.

Signage

The start and end of a bicycle lane is typically marked with the following signs:

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Austroads

The Austroads Glossary of Terms defines a bicycle lane as a "section of road pavement, adjacent and flush with traffic lane, designated by signage and pavement marking for exclusive use of cyclists."

Related Pages

External Links & References

  1. Boroondara Bicycle Users Group Wiki
  2. How the Dutch got their Bikepaths
  3. Google Search
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