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110th 110th Explore the Quad Cities on Two Wheels Lane Positioning Intersection Positioning What is Ride Illinois? Illinois Bicycle Laws (paraphrased from Illinois’ Vehicle Code 625 ILCS) Always ride on the right with the traffic flow. You’ll be At intersections without turn lanes: Ride Illinois is a nonprofit organization working statewide Bicy clist ’s St at u s: Traffic laws apply to persons more visible to cars, especially at intersections. And, 1) To go straight, move slightly toward the center of the for better bicycling conditions. We work for bike-friendly riding bicycles. Bicyclists riding on a highway are Quad Cities Metro Area it’s the law. granted all of the rights and are subject to all of the lane – more so if traffic is stopped for a signal – to avoid roads and communities, more trails, favorable policies duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle, with getting squeezed to the curb by right-turning cars. and legislation, and education on sharing our roads safely certain exceptions. [5/1 1 -1 502] Be predictable. Ride in a straight line and learn how to 2) To turn right, signal your intention and stay to the right. – so you can get out there and Ride Illinois. look behind you without swerving. Lan e Posit ion in g : When riding on roadways and Bicycle Map 3) To turn left, check for traffic behind you, signal your bicycle paths at less than normal traffic speed, ride Check out our website at rideillinois.org for a wealth of Ride far enough from the intent, and merge into the left part of the lane (if one lane) as close as practicable and safe to the right-hand road edge to avoid hazards. or left lane (if more than one lane). You also have the resources including maps and guides, safety info for curb or edge of the roadway except: Don’t allow vehicles (left) to option of making a “pedestrian style” left turn. Go straight cyclists and motorists (including BikeSafetyQuiz.com), 1 ) When overtaking and passing another bicycle or Photo by R. Kantner dangerously squeeze by in events such as our annual GITAP Bike Tour, advocacy through the intersection, stop, turn your bike left 90 degrees, vehicle proceeding in the same direction; or roadways set aside for the exclusive use of bicycles. narrow lanes – force them to help, and more. pass using the other lane. and then cross again. 2) When preparing for a left turn; or [5/1 1 -1 505.1 ] Han d Sig n als: Signals shall be given from the left In very wide lanes (below), Join 2200 others in supporting our work on these issues 3) When reasonably necessary to avoid fixed or moving objects, parked or moving vehicles, bicycles, side as follows: Left turn: hand and arm extended move to the left a bit farther – and this map! horizontally. Right turn: hand and arm extended to remain visible to vehicles. motorized pedal cycles, pedestrians, animals, surface hazards, or substandard width lanes that make it upward, except bicyclists may extend the right hand unsafe to continue along the right-hand curb or edge. and arm horizontally and to the right side of the A "substandard width lane" means a lane that is too bicycle. Stop or decrease of speed: hand and arm narrow for a bicycle and a vehicle to travel safely side extended downward. [5/1 1 -806] rideillinois.org Use of Sid ew alk s: Where permitted, bicyclists must by side within the lane. yield to pedestrians and give audible signals before 4) When approaching a place where a right turn is passing pedestrians. Bicyclists using sidewalks have authorized. all the rights and duties of pedestrians. [5/1 1 -1 51 2]. 5) When riding on a one-way highway with two or Lig h t s an d Ot h er Eq u ip m en t on Bicy cles: For more marked traffic lanes, bicyclists may ride as near night riding, a front lamp with a white light visible the left-hand curb or edge of the roadway as from at least 500 feet to the front and a red reflector practicable. [5/1 1 -1 505] on the rear visible from 1 00 feet to 600 feet are Left Turns: Bicyclists may choose between a required. A rear light visible from 500 feet may be vehicular-style left turn or a pedestrian-style left turn used in addition to the red reflector. Equipment Ride in a straight line. [5/1 1 -1 51 0]. For vehicular-style left turns, proceed required on new bicycles includes pedal reflectors, Avoid dodging between as if driving a vehicle, moving to the left lane or the side reflectors, and an essentially colorless front "Emeis" Photo by Julie Cremer parked cars (left). left side of a single lane prior to the intersection facing reflector. [5/1 1 -1 507] Whether there are It is the mission of the Quad Cities Bicycle Club turn lanes or not, [5/1 1 -801 ]. For pedestrian-style left turns, cycle on Car s Passin g Bik es: A motorist overtaking a bicycle to promote, encourage, and support the safe the right side of the roadway, cross the intersecting always use the participation in bicycle riding of all ages and shall leave a safe distance, but not less than 3 feet, roadway, and stop as much as practicable out of the Be aware of people in parked right-most lane abilities, as well as to anticipate and address when passing the bicycle and shall maintain that cars who might open a door in assigned to the needs and interests of all aspects of bicycling in way of motor traffic. Cyclist will then yield to traffic distance until safely past the overtaken bicycle. your path. direction in which the Quad Cities area. and proceed in the new direction, while obeying [5/1 1 -703(d)] you are proceeding. traffic control devices and/or police. [5/1 1 -1 51 0] Riding Two Abreast: Download a pocket-sized copy of Illinois bike laws at Riding two abreast is permitted as long as the normal and reasonable rideillinois.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/ Try BikeSafetyQuiz.com movement of traffic is not impeded. Riding more than BikeLawCard2015.pdf For Free Distribution by Ride Illinois QCBC.org two abreast is prohibited except on paths or parts of
About This Map Sidepath Bicycling Riding in the Bike Lane Other Information Locking Your Bike This map was produced by Ride Illinois with input from Bi-State When biking on sidepaths (trails along roads) or side- Always ride in the direction of traffic. Signal before St at u s on Road s: By state law, bicyclists are W ear a Helm et : Your brain is worth protecting! Wear Any bike, no matter how cheap or ugly, can be stolen. Regional Commission, the local municipalities, as well as local walks, be aware of possible conflicts at side streets, turning. Watch for turning vehicles cutting across the granted the same rights and subject to the the helmet low in the front to protect the forehead. So it’s important to lock it when you’re more than bike lane and drivers in parked vehicles pulling out or same rules of the road as motorists. Traffic laws arm’s length away. Follow these tips to keep your bike cyclists. It is intended to encourage bicycling as a healthy and business entrances, and driveways. Look each way before crossing and assume that you are not visible to opening their door into your path. apply to cyclists – ignoring them hurts our pubic Adjust for a snug fit: secure: perception. Cyclists fare best when we act and enjoyable form of recreation and an energy-efficient, economical, turning drivers. Try to make eye contact and ride Bik e 1 : 1 ) EYES: You should see the Ride on the traffic side of a bike lane when it are treated like other vehicles on the road. ■ Use a U-lock. I t's more secure than a and non-polluting form of transportation. The map identifies helmet edge when you look up. defensively. I t is also important to be considerate of is next to parked cars to avoid colliding with opening cable. paved off-road trails and suggested on-road routes for bicycle pedestrians. car doors. You may cycle outside of a bike lane that Rid e in t h e Dir ect ion of Tr af f ic: I t’s the law 2) EARS: Straps should form a ■ Don’t hang a U-lock from your handlebars while travel throughout the Quad Cities area. The roads shown in the does not provide a safe distance from parked cars. and it makes you more predictable and visible “Y” just under your ears. riding – it could jam your steering. network are rated using two relative levels of cyclist comfort. This illustration shows to other road users. Occassionally check traffic 3) MOUTH: Straps should be ■ Lock your frame and a wheel to an immovable Bik es 2 an d 3 : Move out behind you. Become proficient in looking over where motorists look 1 loose enough to fit a finger object. These ratings are to be used by adult cyclists who have at least a of the bike lane when your shoulder without swerving and consider 1 between the buckle and jaw, but when turning. Bikes 2 necessary to avoid haz- getting a rear view mirror. ■ Supplement your U-lock with a cable to reach moderate level of traffic tolerance. (Other cyclists may choose tight enough that the helmet is and 4 might be seen. ards or to prevent getting the other wheel and to lock to big things. other routes appropriate for their abilities.) pulled tightly on your head when Bikes 1 and 3 are harder “right hooked” by over- ■ Lock your wheels even if they aren’t quick As much as possible, roads with lower traffic volume and A Ridin g Side by Side: Riding two abreast is your mouth is open wide. to see. taking right-turning permitted as long as the normal and reasonable release. They’re still easy for a thief to remove. speed, ample width, and fewer stop signs are identified as pre- vehicles (Bike 2). Make movement of traffic is not impeded. ■ I f you have a quick release seat post, install a Car A: Be alert for cars Tr ail Et iqu et t e: Keep left turns from the left seat leash so it stays put. ferred routes. Intersections with stoplights were preferred for that stop past the stop 2 right, pass left. side of the traffic lane or Be Pr edict able: Use hand signals and eye crossing the busiest streets. However, some streets may be line or only look left. Announce intentions to contact to signal your intentions to drivers. Yield left turn lane, not from pass. Move off the trail less than ideal, local cyclists judged them as the best available 2 Car B: Watch for cars the bike lane (Bike 3). To to in an area. Map users are encouraged to use the safety tips on when stopped. Yield to that might cross your leave the bike lane you L E FT SL OW/ ST OP R I GH T other users as shown on this page to become a more skilled, confident, and safe rider. B path to turn in front of should look back, signal, this sign. Ride Illinois would like to thank Bi-State Regional Commission, you. and yield to traffic before merging with it. Share the Road license plates are now available the cities of Coal Valley, East Moline, Hampton, Milan, Moline, Car C: Anticipate when for your car, van, or light truck in both states. Rock Island, Silvis, IL, and, Bettendorf, Davenport, and Riverdale, IA, cars on the other side of Bik e 4 : Expect cars C Proceeds go to each organization for various the Quad Cities Bicycle Club, and our advertisers for their support 3 the road will turn and preparing for a right turn cross your path. into a driveway or inter- programs. See rideillinois.org or of this effort. Additional thanks goes to the City of Aurora, IL for 3 secting street to enter the IowaBicycleCoalition.org ordering information. the use of their map design template. Copyright "Ride Illinois 2016" In each case above, bike lane. Never attempt cyclists on the right side to pass a right-turning NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER: Illinois traffic laws (625 ILCS 5/11-1502) of the road are cycling vehicle on its right, even Visibilit y : Use white front and red rear lights apply to persons riding bicycles. Bicyclists shall be subject to all duties applicable to drivers of a motor vehicle. where turning motorists if there is room for you to at night or in poor visibility conditions; flash- Iowa Code 2015, Chapter 321 apply to persons riding bicycles. are looking. This is one 4 get by in the bike lane. ing lights are particularly effective. At least, a Under Iowa law, bicyclists must follow the same rules of the road as reason why many cyclists front light and a rear reflector are required motorists. 4 prefer riding on the road, Bike lanes increase safety by encouraging by law. A bell and reflective clothing can also This Map is published as an aid to bicyclists by Ride Illinois and is especially on medium or help you be noticed. not intended to be a substitute for a person’s use of reasonable care. cyclists to ride in the right direction and provid- Ride Illinois makes no express or implied warranty as to the safety or low speed roads with lots ing a dedicated lane for cycling. Do not assume condition of the roads indicated to bicyclists for shared bicycle/motor of intersections. that cars will never enter bike lanes or that you Car Door s: Never ride closer than three feet vehicle use. The unpredictable change of traffic, road, and weather must cycle inside a bike lane when you feel it is to a parked car; opened car doors can be a conditions will require the bicyclist to constantly review all routes for great threat to a cyclist’s safety. suitability. Thus bicyclists using this map ASSUME ALL RISKS AND unsafe to do so. RESPONSIBILITIES for their own safety when cycling on the routes indicated on this map.