• Obey all traffic signs and signals; bicyclists have all the rights and duties of any other vehicle driver.
• Yield to pedestrians on sidewalks and crosswalks; give an audible signal before overtaking a pedestrian.
• When passing a bicycle, parked motor vehicle, or pedestrian, all bicyclists and motor vehicle drivers must leave at least three feet clearance until they have safely passed the other person, bicycle, or motor vehicle.
• Arm signals are required before turning. Learn them, and use them.
• Ride with the traffic.
• Ride as close as possible to the right hand curb or edge of road way except when overtaking a vehicle; preparing for a left turn; or avoiding fixed or moving objects, surface hazards, or narrow-width lanes.
• No more than two bicyclists may ride side by side within a single lane.
• Bicycling on sidewalks that aren’t designated as bicycle areas is prohibited. Avoid collisions with pedestrians by paying attention to signs and pavement markings.
• Campus bike lanes are one way only. Riding the wrong way is extremely hazardous. Pay attention to the direction of traffic at all times.
• Walk your bike when you make the transition from the street to a parking spot and you have to cross a sidewalk; it’s usually a short distance, and you won’t have to worry about running into someone.
• Dismount areas are designated locations on campus where you must walk your bike. Watch for the signs, and walk your bike in those areas.
• Headlights and reflectors are required by Minnesota law for night-time riding. Be safer by becoming more visible. Wear light-colored clothing and use lights.
• Bicyclists may not carry any packages which prevent the individual from keeping at least one hand on the handle bars.
• Bicycles cannot carry more people than they are designed to carry.
• You may not attach other moving objects to your bike or attach your bike to other moving objects while on a roadway.
• Use a rearview mirror. The more you can see, the fewer surprises you’ll encounter.

For the full text version of the Minnesota Bicycle laws and statutes, click here.