On streets where the one-way rule also applies to bicycles, we advice you to get off your bike when going in the wrong direction. The police is quite strict about this, and it wouldn't be the first time that someone has to walk all the way back with a policeman to the beginning of the street. Make sure your bicycle is equipped according to the regulations. Traffic lights should be respected, by cars and bicycles as well as by pedestrians. Except for small children who have to be placed in a special seat, the cyclist is not allowed to take any passengers.
Insurance is required.
If your were born after 13 February 1961 you are obliged to take a written examination for which you will be given a certificate. This certificate must be shown at the request of the authorities. 3000 Leuven, tel. 016-22.09.11, and renew it every year. Passengers are allowed only if the driver is over 18 and if the motorbike is equipped for them. Lights must be on at all times.