With the Asama bike, everyone is free to do what they love. Bicycles as a vehicle, sport, and entertainment. Even traveling by bike. However, traffic in Vietnam is quite complicated with many different types of vehicles and bicycles are easy to be "little" before those vehicles. To protect yourself, in addition to proficiently riding a bicycle, you need to understand more about how to ride a bike in traffic safely to avoid unnecessary accidents.
To help readers understand better, the next part of the article below Asama will have six useful tips for you. They will make you safer when cycling on the road.
Know the Basic Traffic Rules for Safe Bicycling.
Bicycles like other vehicles, bicycle users also need to comply with traffic laws to ensure the safety of themselves and those around them. Some general rules are as follows:
Driving in the same direction: In Vietnam, everyone in traffic must ride in the right lane, and so are bicycles. However, for bicycles, you should control the innermost lane on the right and do not go in rows of two or three to avoid danger.
Follow the signals: Cycling also needs to obey traffic light signals or road signs.
Observe the situation: Be especially careful when going through crossroads, alleys where any vehicle can come unexpectedly. At the same time, be careful with cars parked on the side of the road because they can suddenly move or open the door. You can crash into them and vice versa.
Signal to cross the street: Many people think that they are riding bicycles, so they do not need to signal to give way. This is also one of the causes of accidents when the driver does not give a signal but suddenly crosses the road. You need to look ahead and behind and raise your hand to signal the side you want to go to let others know and slow down.
Wear a helmet: In Vietnam, it is not compulsory to use a helmet for bicycles. However, Asama still encourages you to wear a helmet to protect the safest head.
Use lights: If cycling at night, you should choose bicycle models with bike lights. They are responsible for helping you light the way and let other vehicles see you.
The above are the basics but they are all very important. However, these are not too strange for those of you who have been cycling for a long time.
Avoid Walking On The Sidewalk.
The road is crowded and congested so many cars rush to the wide sidewalk. Gradually they feel this is normal. However, this also counts as a violation of road traffic laws and can be punished according to state regulations. Sidewalks are for pedestrians and no vehicles are allowed on the sidewalk unless it is necessary to move into homes or shops.
Keep a Safe Distance.
Bicycles like other vehicles need to keep a safe distance. Bicyclists should actively keep a distance to ensure their safety. Bicycles should not go too close to motorbikes, cars, or trucks. Being too close will also make it difficult to handle unexpected situations. Since bicycles are quite small compared to those vehicles, just a second of neglect can cause a collision and the more damaged side is still the bicycle. Note, people should not motorbike pushing a bicycle, so it will be dangerous for both sides and other road users.
Don't Be Too Careful.
You are new to cycling. You are careful in terms of skills as well. But more importantly, you should control the bicycle to participate in traffic confidently and naturally. Don't be too careful. This makes you always have anxiety on the road, leading to a loss of concentration. This makes you more likely to cause an accident. Traffic in Vietnam is quite complicated. With confidence, you can blend in with the flow of people easily. Then you will realize that this complexity is organized complexity.
Flexible Bicycle Control.
There are many cases when you obey the traffic laws, the dangers are always lurking for you, or the drivers simply can't see you. So it's best to rely on flexibility to handle your situation. You can flexibly control the bike so that it is safe for you and everyone.
Cycling Safely With All Terrain.
Not all roads are smooth. There will also be rough roads, steep slopes, or potholes. Small ways that can help you ride with confidence:
Instead of looking straight ahead, keeping your eyes low enough to see the short road ahead is the safest way to ride a bike. You look away, it is very difficult to handle the small obstacles that appear in front of your wheels.
When cycling uphill, do not use the brake pedal. Because this activity can cause the front wheel to lift up and cause a fall.
Adjust gears properly during uphill and downhill.
The above article helps you stay safe when riding a bicycle on the road, avoiding unexpected risks. Bicycles are both a means of allowing you to move freely, as well as an effective exercise device. Bicycles are good for health as well as environmentally friendly. Asama is happy to accompany you every way.