“You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy a bicycle and that’s pretty close.”

Michigan bicycle laws apply to both motorists and cyclists. The safety of everyone on the road is paramount. Take note of these rules of the road. Failure to abide by these rules can lead to serious license sanctions or even criminal prosecution.

• Motorists must maintain a minimum of three feet when passing a bicyclist
• Cyclists must use hand signals to indicate turns and stops
• Bikes must have working brakes and be equipped with a white front light and red rear reflector or light when riding at night
• Michigan’s new Vulnerable Roadway User Law adds additional protection for pedestrians, wheelchair users and cyclists injured by a motorist
• Cyclists may not ride more than two abreast
• Cyclist must ride as close as practicable to the edge of the road
• Bikes may be ridden on sidewalks unless forbidden by a local ordinance
• Helmets are not required, and cell phones may be used while riding
• Cyclists have the same rights and responsibilities as motorists and are allowed to ride on all Michigan roads, except where explicitly prohibited.
  
  Learn more about Michigan bicycle laws here.