Bike Sense has been written and reviewed by professional cycling skills instructors, cycling advocacy organizations, bicycle trained police officers and provincial authorities responsible for making and interpreting our traffic laws.
This manual condenses and paraphrases language in the BC Motor Vehicle Act (RSBC 1996). It also provides safety advice not included in the law. This manual is not a proper legal authority to cite and should not be relied upon in a court of law. In the event of a difference between material included in Bike Sense and the BC Motor Vehicle Act, the Act shall apply.
The Manual has 5 basic principles
- Maintain your bicycle in good working order
- Be as visible as possible to others
- Learn the skills needed to control your bike
- Cycle in traffic safely and predictably
- Know and obey the rules of the road
It can be reviewed here or downloaded by clicking this link Bike Sense Manual
