Cyclist safety

This section has information and advice for cyclists about how to ride safely and responsibly. For specific cycling road rules see the bicycles road rules page.

Wearing a bicycle helmet
All bike riders, their passengers and scooter riders are required to wear a bike helmet in Victoria.
Power assisted bicycles
Riders of power assisted bicycles are required to obey the same road rules as drivers.
Bike riders and sharing the road
Advice to help bike riders and drivers share the road safely and frequently asked questions for relevant road rules.
Bike rider safety
Stay aware of bike rider safety by reading our facts on bike rider accidents and tips to avoid them.
Cycling road rules review
As part of the Victorian State Government’s Cycling into the Future 2013-23: Victoria’s Cycling Strategy, VicRoads is currently reviewing the Victorian road safety road rules and road safety legislation.
Car doors & bike riders
One of the biggest risks to bike riders is car doors being opened in their path. Find out the risks and statistics, advice for both parties and fines for drivers.
Learning to ride
Teaching your child how to ride a bike safely.
Choosing & maintaining your bicycle
Choosing and maintain your bicycle is a very important part of a bike rider safety.

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