Road Safety

Being Seen On Your Bike

Being seen is extremely important as cyclists are vulnerable road users. You can do this in a number of ways.

At night make sure your lights are working
In the day make sure you have clean reflectors
Wear something bright to help you be seen

Lights

Make sure to be seen at night while cycling

It is important to have lights on your bike if riding in the dark as it will put you at risk if you cannot be seen and you will be breaking the law. Even If you can see easily without lights because of street lights, drivers find if difficult to see you as a cyclist if you are without lights at night.

Lights for your bike should have a British Standard BS 6102/3, and must be easily seen, not hidden behind saddles or framework. Also, it is a good idea to carry spare batteries and bulbs with you in case they run out when cycling along.

It is against the law to fit flashing LED lights to a bike. Non-flashing LED lights settings can be used providing they pass the British Standard mentioned above.

Reflectors

Reflectors are also a good idea to be seen more clearly at night on you bike. As well as the red rear reflector that is required by law, reflectors should be found on your pedals (amber), at the Standard BS 6102/2 and should be clean to work effectively.

Clothing

Fluorescent or bright clothing will help you to be seen during the daytime, especially in dull weather, and reflective strips on coats , trousers and trainers will help a cyclist to be seen at night. If you have no reflective clothing to wear at night, wear something white-coloured to increase your visibility. Fluorescent tabards will be provided for pupils to wear on the cycling proficiency course.

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