Are there any legal requirements to riding a bike in B.C.?
A Yes. Cyclists can be ticketed for not wearing helmets, for riding on the sidewalk, for not obeying traffic rules as per the motor vehicle act, and for not having both a headlight and tail light (in addition to reflectors) after dark. It is against the law to ride double. Cyclists who abide by the Motor Vehicle Act may be entitled to some compensation if they are in an accident where a vehicle was deemed by the Insurance Corporation of B.C. to be at fault. A license is not required.
