MONTANA BICYCLE LAWS

BICYCLES ARE VEHICLES
A bicycle is a legal vehicle and people riding bikes have the same rights and responsibilities as people driving cars.

RIDE WITH TRAFFIC
People on bikes must be on the right side of the road and should be in the right lane unless changing lanes to pass or turn. Bicyclists should not be in the parking lane or gutter. Bicyclists may legally use the full lane, but should look for opportunities to allow faster vehicles to pass as safety allows. Bicyclists are NOT required to use a bike lane or shoulder.

RIDING AT NIGHT
Bicyclists must use a front white light, a rear red reflector or light, and reflective material on the sides, visible up to 500’ when riding at night.

OBEY ALL SIGNS AND SIGNALS
All stop signs, speed limits, traffic lights and other official traffic control devices apply to people on bikes.

YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS
People on bikes must yield to people walking on sidewalks, shared use paths, and crosswalks. Bicyclists should announce their pass by ringing a bell or offering a greeting such as “On your left.”

RIDING ON SIDEWALKS

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Wearing a helmet and hi-viz clothing is recommended.