Bikes may park only in designated parking areas. Illegally parked bikes are subject to impoundment and fine . License fees subject to increase after July 1, 2000. Helmets can greatly reduce the risk of head injuries and death. However, even the best helmet has limitations.
Defensive cycling is the key to bike safety.
According the California Vehicle Code, every person riding a bicycle upon a street or highway has all the rights and responsibilities of the driver of a motor vehicle. On campus traffic regulations are strictly enforced. You may be cited for running stop signs, riding at an unsafe speed for conditions, riding on the wrong side of the road or upon sidewalks, wearing headphones while riding, not having legal brakes, etc. Cyclists are required by state law to use front white lights, rear red reflectors, pedal and side reflectors at night. Additional lights especially rear red flashers, reflectors, and light colored clothing are a good idea.