Regulation 7
Deletion and substitution of paragraphs 33 to 36 and new paragraphs 35A and 35B
of Highway (Revision) Code 2018
Paragraphs 33 to 36 of the principal Code are deleted and the following paragraphs substituted therefor:“33. Keep a safe distance from the rear of a motor vehicle (especially when riding behind a moving vehicle) so as to avoid collision if the vehicle in front stops suddenly.
34. When riding, maintain awareness of traffic.
35. Slow down and look out for other road users when approaching road accesses, bends, junctions, and crossings, or when passing a parked motor vehicle. When passing a parked motor vehicle, beware of the vehicle door opening. Allow a margin of safety when passing.35A. Do not squeeze between a bus at a bus stop and the bus stop kerb.35B. Avoid staying close to the rear of a turning motor vehicle or squeezing between the turning vehicle and the road kerb.
36. If a hill is so steep that the bicycle you are riding on wobbles before you reach the top, get off and walk with the bicycle. Keep your cycling speed under control on downhill roads. If you travel too fast, you will not be able to stop in time in an emergency.”.