[Singapore] - Motorists angered by cyclists 'all over the road' in Woodlands

[eatshitndie]

There was no need for one when i was young

didn’t have beng cars going at 169mph and sexploding into flames then.

 

[Asterix]

Riding bicycle with no hands is easy peasy. I learned it by trial and error using my own instincts without any help from YouTube (don't even have internet at that time) or anyone teaching me. Can cycle without hands several rounds of the 400 metres atheletics track near my parents' house, which means have to turn and straighten the bike and also avoid joggers - all without hands. Those idiots who can't even signal with one hand while the other is on the bike handle should be banned from the road period. Being able to afford an 18k bicycle is no excuse for stupidity and incompetence.

 

[syed putra]

Riding bicycle with no hands is easy peasy. I learned it by trial and error using my own instincts without any help from YouTube (don't even have internet at that time) or anyone teaching me. Can cycle without hands several rounds of the 400 metres atheletics track near my parents' house, which means have to turn and straighten the bike and also avoid joggers - all without hands. Those idiots who can't even signal with one hand while the other is on the bike handle should be banned from the road period. Being able to afford an 18k bicycle is no excuse for stupidity and incompetence.

Sure, but when you want to change lanes, you need to look behind. Signalling is possible but you may hit passing traffic or go unbalance

 

[laksaboy]

Riding a unicycle provides a true hands-free experience.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

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The cyclists also failed to indicate they were changing lanes

Photo: FB screengrab
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Singapore – More footage of cyclists in Singapore taking multiple lanes has sparked online debate regarding road safety.
“Is this even acceptable? The cyclists were all over the road!!! So dangerous!!! How to drive you teach me?! (sic)” wrote a netizen on Facebook indicating a group of cyclists on Woodlands Centre Road.
The cyclists had turned right at an intersection alongside other vehicles; however, there were instances where at least six cyclists were spread out across three lanes of the road.

Photo: FB screengrab/Amanda Mandy
At one point, one of the cyclists appeared to have changed lanes abruptly, causing a nearby vehicle on the right lane to hit the brakes.
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The post included some more video footage of the incident before the cyclists had made the turn. It showed some of the cyclists on the extreme right while others were on the middle lane.
It appears that the cyclists changed lanes to avoid entering the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE), which they are not permitted to take, noted a mothership.sg report.

Photo: FB screengrab/Amanda Mandy
The stretch of Woodlands Centre Road they were taking has two compulsory left-turn lanes. That was why the cyclists tried to move to the third lane from the left.
In response to the videos, members from the online community debated when the cyclists should have formed up to make the turn, whether at the middle lane or the rightmost lane.
Many also noted that the cyclists failed to indicate to the motorists their intention to change lanes, hence posing a risk for road safety.
According to the Road Traffic (Bicycles) Rules, the rider of a bicycle, power-assisted bicycle, trishaw, or tricycle must hold out his arm left or right arm (depending on direction) horizontally with the palm of the hand to the front. The signal should also be made in sufficient time to enable traffic to take appropriate action to avoid danger.
In response to similar incidents, calls for stricter rules and regulations such as the re-introduction of licence plates or bicycle registration have been made recently by actor Tay Ping Hui and the chief executive of Temasek Holdings, Ms Ho Ching./TISG

 

[eatshitndie]

Sure, but when you want to change lanes, you need to look behind. Signalling is possible but you may hit passing traffic or go unbalance

normally, i look under either arms and at the same time smell my armpits to look back without losing a beat nor balance. looking back over the shoulder should be 2nd nature for sexperienced cyclists.

 

[laksaboy]

If cyclists really want a good workout, they should ride tricycles carrying a heavy load.
But no, they're just selfish pricks who want the feeling of cosplaying as Tour de France contestants.

 

[eatshitndie]

If cyclists really want a good workout, they should ride tricycles carrying a heavy load.
But no, they're just selfish pricks who want the feeling of cosplaying as Tour de France contestants.

for me, tour de penitencia creek (169 acres of linear park) is enough to kill me. top of summit is half way point.

 

[syed putra]

normally, i look under either arms and at the same time smell my armpits to look back without losing a beat nor balance. looking back over the shoulder should be 2nd nature for sexperienced cyclists.

Not all bikes have high seating position and low handlebars.

 

[syed putra]

If cyclists really want a good workout, they should ride tricycles carrying a heavy load.
But no, they're just selfish pricks who want the feeling of cosplaying as Tour de France contestants.

You are right on there bro. I. Myself ride a cheap bike. Its just to cycle in the neighbourhood.

 

[sweetiepie]

Riding bicycle with no hands is easy peasy. I learned it by trial and error using my own instincts without any help from YouTube

KNN my uncle think this leepend directly on the type of bicycle and it's quality of the handle bar KNN my uncle can hands free with lacing bike but not bmx KNN my uncle more curious on hands free for motosikal when those sports bike lacer can hands free for quite a long duration during the victory punch KNN

 

[eatshitndie]

Not all bikes have high seating position and low handlebars.

all other bikes including mountain bikes are a nuisance on the roads. they should be confined to pcn and bike lanes.

 

[Asterix]

Sure, but when you want to change lanes, you need to look behind. Signalling is possible but you may hit passing traffic or go unbalance

Aiyah, changing lanes on a bicycle is similar to changing lanes while driving. A seasoned cyclist or driver will do by instinct all the required actions in the proper order:
- look at rearview mirror or turn head to see traffic behind
- if nothing behind then just change, no need to waste time signalling
- if some vehicle behind, including another cyclist, estimate its distance and speed
- if okay to change, then signal followed by change, ensuring adequate distance between you and the vehicle behind after the lane change
- if not, wait for a gap in the traffic before you change lanes
- if really in hurry and it's all clear ahead, accelerate to put some distance between you and the vehicle behind you in the other lane then signal, one last visual check before you pull the trigger and turn to change lane

If these cyclists can't do that when cycling, I bet you they are lousy drivers as well.

 

[laksaboy]

Aiyah, changing lanes on a bicycle is similar to changing lanes while driving. A seasoned cyclist or driver will do by instinct all the required actions in the proper order:
- look at rearview mirror or turn head to see traffic behind
- if nothing behind then just change, no need to waste time signalling
- if some vehicle behind, including another cyclist, estimate its distance and speed
- if okay to change, then signal followed by change, ensuring adequate distance between you and the vehicle behind after the lane change
- if not, wait for a gap in the traffic before you change lanes
- if really in hurry and it's all clear ahead, accelerate to put some distance between you and the vehicle behind you in the other lane then signal, one last visual check before you pull the trigger and turn to change lane

If these cyclists can't do that when cycling, I bet you they are lousy drivers as well.

Checking the blind spots is also a good habit for pedestrians when they cross the road e.g. jaywalking or zebra crossing.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Will all cyclists n pmds etc b required to take this test? N also pay road tax and Coe?

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SINGAPORE:Power-assisted bicycle riders will be required to pass a theory test that covers road safety before being allowed on the roads as part of proposed amendments to the Road Traffic Act (RTA) introduced in Parliament on Monday (Apr 5).

The changes are aimed at making the roads safer, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said in a statement on Monday.

This test is the same theory test that power-assisted bicycle riders will soon have to pass under the recently amended Active Mobility Act. It already has modules on road and path safety.

In March, the Government announced in Parliament that these tests will begin in the middle of 2021, while a test handbook will be released in April.

READ: E-scooter users will have to pass theory test, be at least 16 years old to ride on cycling paths
The amendment to the RTA was introduced as power-assisted bicycles are also allowed on roads, MHA said.

With that said, power-assisted bicycle users will only have to pass a single theory test. The Land Transport Authority will be the sole digital touchpoint for these tests.

“The single theory test will cover modules on both path and road safety to ensure that riders are aware of active mobility rules, the code of conduct and safe riding behaviour,” MHA said.

Riders must meet the same criteria before taking the test, including being at least 16 years old and paying a single test fee. The test result is valid for life except in cases of misrepresentation or fraud.

MHA will also create the offences of riding a power-assisted bicycle on the roads without passing the theory test, and employing a person who has not passed the test to ride a power-assisted bicycle on the roads.

The latter offence covers companies that intentionally or negligently engage the services of food delivery workers who have not passed the theory test. This includes workers who are not employed by them.

Penalties for the offences will be aligned to those in the Active Mobility Act.

First-time offenders could be jailed for up to six months and/or fined a maximum of S$2,000. Repeat offenders could be jailed for up to a year and/or fined a maximum of S$5,000.

READ: Stiffer measures proposed for illegal racing, road rage and pretending to be offending driver
NEW MOTORCYCLE HELMET-RELATED OFFENCE

As part of the amendments, motorcyclists could be fined and jailed for not ensuring their pillion rider wears a helmet, a key safety feature.

MHA will also increase penalties for the importing or selling of non-approved helmets to align with that of other helmet-related offences.

 

[Cottonmouth]

u know why PAPigs keep a close eyes to all these, cos there are PAPigs member inside that liketo cycle, so more relax n bo chup on this, one taxi unvle told me this info as he know someone that knows,sg going jialat

Let's hope he gets run down by a truck with his skulls smashed.

 

[syed putra]

Aiyah, changing lanes on a bicycle is similar to changing lanes while driving. A seasoned cyclist or driver will do by instinct all the required actions in the proper order:
- look at rearview mirror or turn head to see traffic behind
- if nothing behind then just change, no need to waste time signalling
- if some vehicle behind, including another cyclist, estimate its distance and speed
- if okay to change, then signal followed by change, ensuring adequate distance between you and the vehicle behind after the lane change
- if not, wait for a gap in the traffic before you change lanes
- if really in hurry and it's all clear ahead, accelerate to put some distance between you and the vehicle behind you in the other lane then signal, one last visual check before you pull the trigger and turn to change lane

If these cyclists can't do that when cycling, I bet you they are lousy drivers as well.

I give huge space to cyclist and motor cyclist for safety sake. Stop and allow pedestrian cross. Local car drivers assume the road belongs to them. But roads are for all public to use.

 

[syed putra]

didn’t have beng cars going at 169mph and sexploding into flames then.

Yep. Locals drive too fast even in housing areas.

 

[Baimi]

Once. I cycled my bike without hands, then I used my 2 hands to hold the bicycle's flame in front of me, I lost my balance. Try it.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Govt to review cycling on the roads amid concerns over increasing number of bicycles, says Senior Minister Chee Hong Tat - The Online Citizen Asia
Govt to review cycling on the roads amid concerns over increasing number of bicycles, says Senior Minister Chee Hong Tat
The Singapore government will be conducting a review of bicycles on the roads amid “concerns from both motorists and also cyclists with more bicycles now being on the roads”, said Senior Minister of State for Transport Chee Hong Tat on Monday (12 Apr).

Mr Chee told the media after a closed-door session with the Active Mobility Advisory Panel today that the Government will review the existing rules and determine their relevance, learning from countries that have better cycling cultures like the Netherlands.

He added that the panel will also look into the possibility of legislating a licence or registry for cyclists and their bicycles, as reported by Mothership.

“We have some people who have made this suggestion. But we do also want to take a look at what is the benefit, the pros and cons, of such a measure,” said Mr Chee.

While he noted that the panel will also look into the suggestion to require cyclists to undergo a theory test before they are allowed to cycle on roads, the Minister stressed that such a review must not discourage people from cycling.

Mr Chee hinted that the review will take a few months, considering that the panel will need to get the opinions of various stakeholders on the matter.

He added that the Government will step up on enforcement as “it’s important for people to know that the rules are in place for good reason – it’s to ensure safety”.

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