Why Singapore's Cycling Laws Don't Make Any Sense | Singapore Explained

Corrections: 1:07 UPDATE: The Land Transport Authority (LTA), addressing the first scenario in this video (making a right turn in a straight/right turn lane), referred us to the theory test handbook for Power-Assisted Bicycle (PAB) users, which states that Option B is the recommended option.
LTA also shared a guide for cyclists and motorists, titled “Navigating Traffic Scenarios Safely” (go.gov.sg/onroadhandbook). It recommends Option D as an alternative to Option B.
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[@leehyunsong7001]

Lets admit it, cycling is never in the plan of Singapore traffic

[@campfiresnlasguns]

On the east side no. On the west side yes. The west severely lacks cycling park connectors when compared to the east. It's ridiculoius. For as long as the govt continues to build more cycling paths in the east and neglect the west, road cycling is not going to subside.

[@andrewkemp_]

Agree living in the west is awful for cycling. I don’t even dare to ride on the roads.

[@windydragon6522]

Our roads aren’t designed with cyclists in mind. LTA should seriously study Amsterdam’s model if we seriously wanna go car-lite, bicycle heavy.

[@silverhawk911]

Totally agree. However, if we really want to study and implement Amsterdam's model, that would mean that Singapore's government would need to spend more money for dedicated cycling lanes on the road. Yes, it is possible for the government to spend that money but this project is going to take time.

[@vamp1ng]

Amsterdam cyclist and driver are very considerate to each other. Cyclist giving hand signal with the intention to turn while the driver there driving patiently behind and ensuring enough space for cyclist. They also have the habit of slowing down ensuring the safety of all pedestrian upon reaching a junction. Their heavy vehicle appear early morning when everyone is sleeping and shop are closed. Their buses does not pile up in a single file unlike Singapore. Singapore road is tough, u may cross paths with a number of buses if u cycle on the extreme left depending on the road . It can be deadly cos the cyclist view is completely blocked, that cyclist require a lot of effort to keep a safe distance from the bus if he decided to switch lane. Which taking into consideration the oncoming vehicle from the next lane can see you. There is no way to cycle safely on a busy road unless u can go fast, take the PCN or the cycling path.

[@nietanbeechin]

We had widen the pedestrian lane to pedestrian cum cyclist lane in Bt Panjang. It is a total waste of tax payer money. No cyclist use it at all. Imagine the number of accident and complaints reported to Bt Panjang TC that they had to widen the pedestrian lane. Yet, cyclist still prefer to ride on the non widen lanes ( eg, to and from Fajar) or on the roads( eg to and from Bangkit) That is why I don't agree that our roads are not cyclist friendly. Singapore government just refuse to amend and adjust the law, with the very first priority of licensing bicycle. By doing that, you can then pinpoint when accident happen be it to pedestrian or car driver or the cyclist himself. If cyclist will to use the road, pay road tax. Please don't say that it is expensive then to cycle in Singapore. Remember that before Holland Amsterdam decided that bicycle was a mode of transportation, it is a hobby and an expensive one.

[@ben.s.s]

Our weather is not suitable to cycle for commute. So it’s not even a debate. It will be building infrastructure for a very limited users that will never grow in size.

[@stthecat3935]

London used to be non-cyclist friendly, but unlike Singapore they did attempt to reverse that by introducing Cycleways alongside existing roads

[@silverhawk911]

When I cycle on the road, I would normally keep to the extreme left of the road, such that the road wheels almost touch the kerbs, trying to be considerate to other road users. When I drive on the road, I would normally try to keep 1.5m distance apart when overtaking the cyclist as I understand cyclists might feel intimidated with cars driving too close for comfort. Let's all be patient and tolerant towards one another as a road user. Having said that, when overtaking, please turn on your signal indicator as I noticed far too often some drivers just don't have the habit of turning on signal indicators when changing lane or turning. Signal for others so that drivers or cyclists know where you are going and your intention. That's how accidents happen, when drivers don't signal or drive too fast (can't stop in time) and cause accidents.

[@QiuEnnan]

Do not cycle so close to the edge or you’ll have nowhere to move to if you need to

[@MatoyaLim]

I love it that Mothership got Nigel to narrate. I love his articulation! well spoken, well put and easy to understand!

[@PETERIVAN8]

Do you know his IG/Tiktok acc?

[@NickDrummist]

"On the other hand, cyclists say that drivers need to be more careful and considerate and stop being so entitled!" - To be fair, drivers actually pay for a Certificate of ENTITLEMENT HAHA

[@louiemarcsalva]

Oh shit. No wonder lor. They paid to be entitled.😅

[@cz287cj]

they also pay road tax

[@ChickenCluck]

Lol

[@nganyong9904]

Ba dum tsssss

[@anubizz3]

Well wait until you watch the shifters, this cyclists demand -no helmet law -minimum free secure bike rack in every apartment -free lock rental from business -free bike valet parking in shopping centre -dedicated bikeline with priority over pedestrian and public transport. Now I wonder who is the one that entitled.

[@jimthegreatone]

Singapore needs dedicated cycling lanes on the road.

[@jimmyyang639]

I feel there's no roads the cycles and pedestrian in Singapore and Malaysia due ti old school British road design. However, these people should have the same rights to use public roads as automobiles

[@888jucu]

I’ve never found turning right difficult but that said I have many years experience in traffic and can understand inexperienced riders could be potentially intimidated by cars. Basically signal with your hand in advance of the turn and when safe to do so filter to the right. Keep more to the left of the right turning lane and if time to do so filter through and position yourself in front but to the left of the car wishing to turn right. From this position all the cars wanting to turn right can see you (very important) and you are in the right turning lane far enough such that vehicles driving straight are not going to hit you. When the light goes green to turn right just take a wider turn than the car behind and that leaves room for them to pass easily and it also gets you nearer the left side of the road you are entering. I drive a car, motorcycle and bicycle and I dont see any issue in sharing the road safely

[@CrossbredmiMiyang]

LTA and ministry of transportation especially the minister stop paying attention on MRT and open your eyes and see this video.. wake up your bloody mind and that goes to the lazy useless TP too !

[@DarkPa1adin]

Car lite initiative is a half-baked effort.

[@chuak.c7349]

Turn out minister is corrupt and doesn't care.

[@grabadventures]

The best video I have seen on mothership. Well done.

[@tanalson]

All these happen because Singapore has become a car centric nation, where traffic rules are more beneficial to drivers than padestsrians and cyclist. In Netherlands, they do have bike roads amd bile expressway, where the cyclist do have a road of their own. Bicycles and cars shpuld not ne sharing the same road as both ate 2 different apeeds and weight

[@Nihaopaul]

I like the idea of Banning cars in Singapore, we would need to increase buses even though the trains are good albeit a bit packed in peak hours (smaller trains off peak?), Would need a few more shelters on the road as the rain does become a problem, also would need to mandate public showers or could be beneficial to companies to fit showers at the work place and maybe an express laundry service that's a few bucks for those bike riders, would be radical and really green!

[@tanalson]

@@Nihaopaul not gonna happen,bro. Our government earn millions of dollars from COE every year. That's why our traffic rules mostly favour to drivers instead of padestsrians and cyclists. Parking fees as well. Our government doesn't make money from cyclists and e-scooter riders, that's why the cycling culture is not strong. Our bike infrastructure is also not complete

[@nnnnn8173]

That's too simple minded. Bulk of the traffic now is commercial vehicles transporting your parcels, your workers building the BTO, delivering goods to the supermarket etc, and of course those dangerous PHVs and blurr sotong hourly rental cars.

[@tanalson]

@@nnnnn8173 if the government really desperately want to reduce vehicles, try removing all multi storey and underground carparks and repurpose these spaces for other community usage instead and only keep those limited open space carparks. Once these are replaced, all drivers will rethink whether they must and can't live without a private vehicle given the limited open space carparks. This just shows that our government is benefiting greatly from COE and parking fees. Another way to reduce vehicles is limiting the number of vehicles to be imported every month.

[@anubizz3]

​@@Nihaopaul yah make sure you pick up your goods at dock, and don't just click on delivery button because if you not aware mostlikely it deliver by a car.... Singapore have one of the best public transport already my wife family never own a car and don't have a reason to own one. Singapore have 149 car per 1000 people while the utopian Netherlands have 588 car per 1000.....

[@WayChuangAng]

Yes, be considerate and learn to share. That's the way.

[@wsngang]

I told my children, always refer to Law of Mother Nature BEFORE even thinking of Law of Singapore...

[@Joekool88]

What about cyclist who do not stop at the red light?

[@anubizz3]

Of course they gonna say driver and motorcycles do to.... But they never mention the statistics.

[@xXDoubleBounceXx]

The keyword is "practicable". Meaning if want to turn right, of course, it's not practical to be on the left or middle lane. In that case, it is fine to be on the right. Still abiding by law.

[@tangt4860]

It is really high time for the PAP government to relook some of the laws and manner of dispensing justice. With so many video evidence around, the authorities continue to drag all the parties involved and dispenses punishment especially fines without even making an effort to look closer into it. How many real Singaporeans have been so badly wronged by the lopsided justice system for the past 60 over years which rules always in favour of pinning criminality instead of addressing who the aggressor and initiator is. How can you blame someone who is simply fending off an attacker or troublemaker and when the police is not on immediate arrival?

[@ethanang8099]

Especially after the East Coast Road catfight, this is only the beginning.

[@myatphonekhantgreenwoodps2768]

solution, just make it so that they just stay as close to the sides as possible

[@tanyz7996]

Can throw in PCN limitations as well

[@qw-tr6fm]

Most cyclists I saw on the roads are recreational. Those that cycle to work, uses cheap slowbikes, and they cycle on the pavement. (Less delivery chaps). Singapore roads are not catered for these recreational cyclists, and many Singaporeans don't want them.

[@ckleong8665]

LTA... What do you expect the outcome to be?

[@spiderjump]

bicycles should be banned full stop.

[@jmho7991]

Is there a traffic laws or Act stated a mandatory to keep 1.5m when overtaking cyclist?

[@kelvinth30]

Hello the customer is never wrong , in this case the Garmen . They just put a few auxiliary police , they say you wrong means you wrong okay , go pay the fine if you don't want to appear in court

[@drdollars77]

Please do a follow-up on cyclists on public paths. I had dozens of encounters with cyclists bullying pedestrians on public paths

[@Bella-wp7wz]

The worst thing is cyclist nowadays don’t bother to ring the bell or they don’t even have a bell. How am I supposed to react in time if you’re 6 feet behind me?

[@SM-gn8fq]

@ have to see if pedestrian is walking on a bike-only PCN.

[@muhdzulhilmi3115]

@@SM-gn8fq yeah I’ve seen those wide footpaths where half is for pedestrian and half is those red tracks for cycling. For some reason people seem to like walking on the cycling lane.

[@tangt4860]

Especially PRCs and Cecas on rent bikes doing deliveries and speeding on footpaths. On the roads, AMK and their Pinkertons cause endless grief to all other road users.

[@Bella-wp7wz]

@@SM-gn8fq A lot of neighbourhood footpaths are not bike-only PCN, including mine. The path is so small, the least you could do is ring or call out from a safe distance so I can give way in time. It doesn’t take a lot of effort to do so

[@mcq2525]

On the turn right scenario, my view is that B (middle of the middle lane) is the correct answer. Cars who want to go straight, go left, want to turn right, keep right or stay in the middle and accept that the cyclist is sharing the road with you and cultivate more patience for a slower and more vulnerable vehicle. Yes, bicycles are vehicles too. Peace.

[@alfietan7506]

For the first question what is the right answer?

[@alfietan7506]

Although the video said it is more dangerous, Option A is still the best (if option D is not available) since it abides the law. Option D is the best since it is the safest and abides the law but like the video said that option is not available all the time.

[@BackgroundCharacter86]

When cyclist need to pay COE, maybe it will end.

[@ckleong5689]

I am a senior citizen of 85 yrs. During my school days I had to pay f a licence plate b4 I can cycle on d roads. Why are bicycles not licenced n insured for 3rd party injuries? Many years ago my wife was hitted by a cyclist while she was walking along a pedestrian walkway. She got a ruptured spleen n needed emergency operation at SGH.

[@hrithikrk4826]

For footpaths, it's understandable but it's unlikely that an accident occurs due to the low-speed limit of 10km/h, but on roads? No, cause only drivers kill cyclists so it's mostly the driver's fault anyway and their responsibility.

[@mixedgameart123]

This video is a total waste of time. TLDR : Cyclist is King of the Road, doesn't matter which lane they ride, you block them or knock them, you are at fault PERIOD

[@ersonvelasco2531]

We should have more reviews of road rules or might as well revise most of it.

[@andyquek7893]

Our Transport minister too weak

[@lsh535]

As a cyclist.don drive on middle road as ,too many risk from main road and highway.any fast motorcycle ,car ,truck ,lorry can easily crush you to death and the speed on 90 -100 kmh can cause big airflow to bicycle.please don't drive on highways

[@pok1pok]

Police reward of 50% of fines collected to informants will make for much better road users and better road safety for all. After all, those who submit incriminating videos of bad driving behaviour cases are actually helping society to use roads safer and doing much more than the average policeman to perform their job (some policemen are actually lazy/corrupt/ not qualified (police should also have bicycles as a patrol vehicle, for sting operations etc)). Police should reward the informants of dangerous driving to improve road safety for all. But small offences like parking summons don't need rewarding informants because these don't usually endanger lives and have ample foreigners (parking wardens) already hired to investigate these.

[@lukecruise7377]

Perhaps when cyclists starts to pay road taxes then we can start to talk about sharing

[@Lasvetos]

Cyclist pay their fair taxes the same as any motorist for the construction of road, road tax are just one of the taxes that the government collect and spent on including roads. The reason why cyclist don't really need to pay extra to use that road are: motorist are paying for the privileged of using more space on the road in ratio of a human, motorist pollute; cyclist don't, cost more infrastructure to build parking spaces and law enforcement equipment to enforce the speed limit

[@kopisikosong3133]

Personally, I don’t think the issue lies in the ambiguity of the rules. Even drivers have to decide when to do what to ensure we don’t get into an accident. The issue lies in cyclist’s role on the road. If you’re on the road, follow road rules. Don’t do things like beating red light and switching to pedestrians crossing whenever you feel like it. The issue with this behaviour is no one can predict what cyclists will do. There are plenty of cyclists that follow road rules that I appreciate a lot, and as a driver, I give as much leeway and consideration as possible, but some cyclists just blatantly ignore cars and pedestrians alike and do whatever they want.

[@justanordinaryperson6461]

Don't know why you need to give options as to whether he should stay in the middle or right lane. As the rules, it just means they give you a chance to cycle on the road. But on the other hand. It is best to travel in a straight way. You want to turn right or what not, you jolly well use the pedestrian and dismount. If there is no pedestrian crossing, you go further down and cross. then U turn back. Simple and straight forward as it is for cyclist. You want to turn right, (you use an excuse that there is no pedestrian crossing) So you happily from left lane cut across just to turn right? No what? If you want to argue that you can cycle on the right lane. Yes of course, but the rule stated that Far right and "In addition, cyclists should also ride in a manner so as not to obstruct vehicles moving at a faster speed." In Layman terms, You eat glass as you grow up? Seen so many Self-entitled shiets. At least use a brain when you cycle. The whole world doesn't revolve around you.

[@kevinlee5690]

The real issue here is why is there always a yellow Porsche following Cygel?

[@DavidAlsh]

Wow great video. It's surprising to me that Singapore would be so inconsiderate towards cycling as a mode of transport given the legislative attitude towards driving which aims to minimize car ownership. I'd have thought that SG would be pushing for cycling to be a larger part of the transport story, it's the perfect place for it. (relatively) few cars, mostly flat and reasonable commute distances.

[@benionelife6734]

Too bad. Nothing will change becos LTA won’t do anything unless our PM suddenly decides to cycle to work on a daily basis.

[@cchongchannel8943]

The best safest way for me is to stay away from the road all the time or as much as possible (meaning 99.99%). Any bad thing happened, the cyclist is the most vulnerable to get hurt or even get killed, life is so precious and it only takes just one single accident to lose your life. Not worth it. If you really treasure your precious life, by all means just stay away from riding on the road. Period.

[@dhicon45]

Left hand road is the key😁

[@tayspiderx]

How to report large group of cyclists on the road

[@xlostlovex]

There are many riders on rode I have respect with, I've passby some and they literally understand their place and gave way, not hogging, slow down, or I even see a few times where these riders went into path and cycle for awhile. One thing amongst all drivers and motorbike riders in Singapore on road as we all know, respect each others and give way thou there might be road rage incident but majority of the time everyone cool.. But not with these bike riders.. Now, the real problem here are not with all riders. The real problem here is with these clown riders shown from the start of the clips, they DO NOT GIVE WAY in any situation. They DO NOT CARE ABOUT other vehicle nor traffic situation. They think THEY OWNED THE ROAD while lastly they know nobody will have the balls to knock them or even accident, until they do.. These are the kind of bastard that should be taken off road and ban from cycling. Really..

[@elite861]

Thanks for the informative video.

[@miloice74]

This is why I only cycle on roads where I can cycle on pedestrian crossing. Its risky for your own life. Why cycle on roads like lonie? You live only once. The rule isn't going to ensure you life a good old life.

[@ben.s.s]

You can argue all you want. But cycling on the road is for leisure, why would anyone outweighs leisure and business. Not to mention there are already PCN for leisure, cycling on the road is purely for thrill seeking speed thirst individuals. If you really want to exercise, why don’t you use your gear 1 and cycle pcn, slow and strong resistance.

[@Lasvetos]

How about those cyclist who appreciate to be able the flexibility of cycling to their destination. Its a mode of transportation right, there's of course the case people who use it to move around. It has the flexibility of motorist of arriving at their desire destination without the pollution, less space consumption(parking space, and price of fuel. Saying that cycling is only for the thrill is so much just a first world perception now.

[@rhenceocampo3253]

Cygel is the most Singaporean name I’ve ever heard

[@icemaneu]

Just use your common sense lah. When I want to turn right at the cross junction, I usually move to the right side of the right most lane to wait. As bicycle is most slow moving vehicle on the road, I usually wait for the fast moving cars to go first before I make the right turn and cycle slowly and be the last to then move back to the left most side of the left lane when the road are empty. It's not about who is right or wrong, it's about what is the safest way to use the road in a common sense way because you will never win on a collision course with a car.

[@SniperSnake50BMG]

As a cyclist (not just some random jerk riding a piece of metal) imagine you're like any other vehicle in the road and behave like you have a licence plate bolted in you ass. Bring a cyclist you can run as fast as you can but respect basic transit rules like not running reds. Stopping or at least slow down in a stop and signal when your gonna turn. When a car stops in front don't just jump to the adjacent Lane. Verify like if you had a mirror that you can change Lanes. Do that and you will be fine...

[@Paul-H-Wolfram6608]

The cycling rules in Singapore....Sucks ! Those are crap cycling rules.

[@jtboy888]

I see in india china indo no bicycle law/rule yet i dont see much problem.

[@R6ex]

Poor cyclists ... 🙏🙏

[@alwynhuo955]

Rules are weird cos of the people… Singapore is small and packed… go cycle in other countries…

[@hermesz_]

Did you just gloss over the cyclist choosing to be pedestrians one minute and road users the next? Think that is what annoys most people. Choosing what is most convenient for them. And some of them won't stop at a red light and then expect road users to be more considerate. Smh

[@jackt1400]

As a driver and cyclist myself. I must admit Singapore drivers are one of the worst in so many countries I'd driven in. Impatient, poor judgement, no courtesy... just to name a few... can clearly see how local drivers becomes sotong when there is no traffic lights to guide them.

[@anubizz3]

Wait until you meet Murica drivers.

[@sg.johnlim]

We need to get those who implement any rules to test it out themselves first. A lot of rules are weird in Singapore.

[@DarkPa1adin]

Arm chair legislators, what to do

[@stevenlim9640]

you are right. and also ask the ministers who implement rules like 'after eat must return tray and clean table to avoid a fine' to clear their own plate and tray in high class restorans and 5star hotels bcoz that are where they and their family and friends eat

[@RealNameNeverUsed]

When laws are higher than common sense.

[@tangt4860]

They are meant as loopholes to protect the elite just in case their darling children are involved.

[@iljesus]

yes, ministers and MPs with no common sense

[@skwb1973]

When I drive, I be considerate to cyclists. When I cycle, I be considerate to drivers. That’s all I can do as a road user.

[@anubizz3]

That's the problem. You drive and cycle so you understand both point of view .... I ride motorbike, cycling, use public transport and drive only in the weekend depending on what is the most efficient .. Most of this cyclists don't or they just cycling for hobby that's why they developed this elitism. They think all driver drive to hunt down and kill cyclists, and they will save the planet by cycling..... We want dedicated bikeline, we want no helmet law, we want free parking in apartments, we want free valet parking, we want free bike lock rental from business. And soon on....

[@neggsilver]

If only there are more people like you. Many Singapore drivers are already so impatient and mean to each other on the roads, it's harder to expect them to be considerate to cyclists. Some cyclists also problematic, spent more than 10 to 20k on their road bikes and think they owned the road already.

[@two02ful]

@@neggsilver it is not that ever times the drivers is in a rush. They just somehow lost focus momentarily or misjudged the situations. Many a times cyclist doesn’t installed light at the back. I had in the past almost hit some cyclists luckily at the very last second I saw them otherwise I would have cause them serious injury, or even dead. It’s all up to you to decide and you can have mountain of reasons backing up the reason why you feel it is alright to ride on the road.

[@durian5233]

This kind of reporting is useful to our daily life. Thank you Mothership.

[@ar-t2742]

This is an excellent video which captures two (of many) possible pain points about cyclists on roads. Thank you for the legal references too. And in the end, yes, we all just need to be more considerate. Kudos!

[@weiyongl]

Yes in singapore its really not worth cycling....until the day i see dedicated cycling lanes adjacent to the road. Will i consider switching. I cycle on the pavement kanna scolded, riding on road also kanna scolded..... from a ex cycle commuter in holland, australia. Now a motorist in sg.

[@anubizz3]

You cycle in Australia and drive in Singapore? What an odd choice...

[@ReizePrimus]

@@anubizz3 If I had to choose between Australia and Singapore, or anywhere in SEA for that matter, I'd still pick Australia. Sydney isn't perfect, the roads aren't designed for cyclist safety in mind, but in most places at least pedestrians aren't fighting with cyclists for space and drivers in Australia are actually more courteous than Singaporeans Citizens and PRs who are more often than not, more than happy to kill you for shits and giggles if they don't get caught.

[@vahalla1982]

@@ReizePrimus Too much traffic fines in Australia. In school zones and school timing, it's strictly 40km/hr else fines + demerit points. Double demerits and double fines (800 ish) for public holidays and long weekends. In Singapore, I seldom see any TP nor any drivers respecting the stop sign or speed limit. Enforcement is the problem in SG. Almost non existent.

[@zenscape]

When I was young, I cycled about 10 km to school. I never occupied the center of roads and always kept as far left as possible because I did not want to inconvenient car users with my slow speed. If I needed to turn right I would disembark, wait and push my bicycle across pedestrian traffic junctions. No issues. It is a matter of consideration for other road users. Most importantly, everyone can reach home safely.

[@xijinpig7978]

LKY makes sense LHL makes

[@CrossbredmiMiyang]

You are good person whom are thoughtful and kind hearted , I wish you safe and healthy. ❤

[@e_s.g.s.p1251]

Ya but then like the problem in the video have mentioned what happens when there is no pesdestrian traffic junctions...I mean I was thinking maybe if they kept left on the right most turning lane and continue keeping left when turning.

[@kakcake]

​@e_s.g.s.p1251 and also those drivers who complain that cyclist choose to go pedestrain whenever we feel like 😭

[@vincentsgp]

plus bicycles then had mirrors & registration plates.

[@DontTouchMe-t9h]

i am a grabfood rider.. you are correct with all the scenarios.. when its safe.. i will "siam/stop to one side, let buses passed".. because they must also try to keep left and its not always safe for them to overtake my poor little bike.. most drivers are nice, they try their best to give way to cyclist.. thanks very much.. but of cos we do have those "yaya papaya" type who purposely drift to the left forcing me to stop.. well.. big junctions i will cross by the pedestrian lane.. if no traffic light lane.. i will go straight to the next one and make sorta a U Turn.. when driving, if no U Turn, go straight to the next one.. i am a driver too..

[@yianyeo8619]

Once I was keeping left while cycling only to realise that my lane leads to an express way. I was caught in a situation where I could not make a sudden lane shift to keep to the road and realised I had to make a sudden stop at the left road shoulder and find another way out of that mess.... oh yes and the right turn scenarios are still scary sometimes....

[@danieltoh71]

I love the diorama used

[@ckokloong]

In my previous job, I cycled to work everyday for 8km. Always on the pedestrian walk because one puncture tyre on the road, I could end up in hospital.

[@DarkPa1adin]

I had mine punctured before I changed to schwalbe. When it is punctured it lowers your max speed, doesn't mean totally cannot cycle.

[@cchongchannel8943]

Agreed. Well said. Stay safe and always keep safe.

[@anubizz3]

I wonder why puncture tyre = hospital?

[@koffiegast]

Considering how small and how quite flat Singapore is... it is like the perfect place to have decent bike infrastructure. Just mimic the Netherlands and it would work wonders. It requires little effort even imo. Quite the disappointment I had in Singapore, considering how expensive cars are yet large roads everywhere...

[@danneh8777]

I think you forgot about land.. Sg is so small unlike europe they have huge land to make dedicated cyclings paths everywhere

[@Gareth2219]

even if u consider land, wont it be an even more waste of land if u give the minority many large lanes? besides u dont need to create new space just for bikes, u just have to take space away from cars instead like what amsterdam does. Even if right now cycling is not popular, it will be much more popular if u make cycling journeys comfortable and convenient and combined with how many people can use bike infrastructure (children on bikes, elderly on pma, etc) it will make the space that will be taken over to be much more well used. This allows others to have more options of travel, whether its to school or mrt station, which can reduce car dependency and last mile/feeder bus reliance.

[@jbrkjferkjbekjb]

I recall once during the peak hour when a cyclist was riding on the road, while all the buses behind him did not overtake him for safety reasons. The speed dropped to about 10km/h. This went on for at least 20 minutes. Imagine dozens of bus passengers getting late for work, because of that one cyclist who was hogging up the entire road.

[@AggroEntro]

i think everyone needs to be considerate to each other, just be thoughtful. like for example the exit of a flyover, usually when i exit a flyover on my bike, many considerate drivers will slow down and let me go into the left lane. i hope cars will give the 1.5m clearance coz for the cyclists, any small error or potholes, and we fall sideways and our heads can be under ur wheels if youre too close honestly for the most part as a cyclist i can say 75% of SG drivers are good, 20% are just unaware of what to do and the 5% are cnuts :P

[@myaadraal]

dont cycle on busy roads and be a menace

[@NetElyod]

Is there a reason why our law makers aren't following countries who implemented the cycling path (eg: Denmark). In Denmark, cyclists have to cycle on the cycling path if it is available to them. If the cycling path is not available, cyclists can use the road and need to keep to the extreme right (due to Denmark road direction). Cyclists must use the pedestrian crossing to cross the road. Cannot make a turn like a normal motorist. There is a fine for turning like a normal motorist. There are hand signals to indicate cyclists intention from turning right or left, slowing down, and stopping. I believe this could make the road safer for everyone.

[@chenqin415]

Denmark has dedicated cycling paths along side roads. Singapore have bike lanes that are just pavements shared between pedestrians and cyclist. I don't think there is political will to implement European style bike policies (or policies that stop prioritizing vehicles over pedestrians for that matter), despite all the talk about going car lite.

[@lukeh3020]

In Denmark (very much unlike SG) infrastructure is designed and built around the convenience of cyclists. I'd be over the moon if SG could even hold a candle to DK, but it doesn't.

[@NetElyod]

Not all places in Denmark have cyclist lanes. Therefore, cyclists are allowed to share the motorist road. Dont get me wrong, I am fine with cyclists on the road. My concern is the safety of the cyclists when they want to turn right. Why dont they use the pedestrian crossing to cross the road?

[@lukeh3020]

@@NetElyod That's a common lie used by drivers to justify bigoted beliefs. "I'm just so concerned about cyclist safety". Why don't they use pedestrian crossings? Well why should they chose a slower route? Why don't you get out of your car and push it round corners? Why do you exceed 30kmh? We can't build society around ensuring drivers are minimally inconvenienced and everyone else should bow to them.

[@anubizz3]

​@@lukeh3020 like the lie cyclists often say they care about pedestrians and public transport?

[@jamesl2590]

Because (1) bicycle is fundamentally different from autos. This dude is simulating scenarios with the unrealistic assumption that both vehicle types have similar speed and acceleration capabilities. Just take highways during peak hour as an example. All you need is one vehicle to slow down/stop to create a massive jam to the traffic behind. Imagine the amount of jam with cyclists riding in the middle of the main road at 5/10 km/h speed. Besides, bicycles are extremely slow and other vehicles have to slow down more than expected to provide more safety distance from them. Plus, cyclists are slow to react or drive out of dangers way. (2) Singapore roads are too narrow to accommodate cyclists. Imagine a cyclist maneuvering between two/one heavy vehicles on the road.

[@raphaelcaceres9129]

so what? space can be made for cyclists, it's a matter of political will

[@jamesl2590]

@@raphaelcaceres9129 Spend tax money for this? No thank you lolll. Just cycle slower and more carefully on walkways la.

[@raphaelcaceres9129]

@@jamesl2590 actually yes. Because roads cost a lot, cycle lanes a lot less. And why don't you drive slower since you're far more dangerous than a cyclist?

[@macadish]

Missed opportunity to talk about infrastructure improvement, which provides a lot more positive externalities than the obvious. When every driver is also a cyclist (because the infrastructure encourages it), they would naturally drive more safely when sharing the road with their peers. And unsurprisingly, there are already entitled individuals saying cyclist shouldn't be on the road cuz they don't pay road tax. *roll eyes*

[@ryantan1022]

It’s not just road tax, you have no insurance in the event you cause an accident etc…also why should we use public funds for your hobby? What so great about it anyways? And can such major changes be justified as a public good where only such a small minority partakes in it ?

[@tanalson]

@@ryantan1022 that's why In Netherlands, they have bike roads and bike expressways all over the country. Cyclists should not be sharing the same road as both are traveling at different speeds. The weight are also a huge difference

[@tanalson]

Actually, a country that have a complete bike infrastructure could help improve local small businesses too. Bicycles take up a lot lesser space, thus increasing foot traffic to each individual businesses too. With a complete bike infrastructure also encourages more people to walk around as most bike infrastructures are also quite safe to walk too. This in turn increases overall foot traffic too thus increasing sales for local businesses too. Plus it's so much quieter to cycle as compared driving, making the whole neighborhood and city more peaceful and quiet

[@DarkPa1adin]

Better that cyclists don't need to pay road tax to cycle on the road. Imagine the counter argument, I pay road tax so I own the road. The motorists who kpkb will be owned!

[@slowcyclist4324]

@@DarkPa1adin damn, someone actually realised the flaw of the “cyclists don’t pay road tax” argument lol

[@tomr164]

Many cyclists, and car drivers, behave very poorly in traffic, and/or don't stick to the traffic rules. As a cyclist you need to take 100% responsibility and follow the rules completely, and actively use all the signals etc. I do this, and I've never had 1 problem with a car while cycling in Singapore in many years. Part of the reason might be that I've been cycling for my whole life, and am very comfortable in traffic and following traffic flows, rules, and seeing the dangers.

[@vincecarlo]

Nigel TOTALLY MISSED Coverage of HUGE Group of RECREATIONAL Cyclist where Most Drivers have A Peeve with

[@tf-ok]

Cyclists got to learn from the bikers. Rule number 1 is to protect your own life. Meat wrapping metal -- so you really shouldn't get too cocky about your "rights". If you're dead, it really doesn't matter if you're right or not because you are dead.

[@sugarly69]

they should be cycling in the park ok? we have specific lanes for that. be a mature adult and go to your cycling lane in the park. smh

[@yuy2375]

ya rules dont make sense. the right turn one especially is not cyclist fault. u can see how taiwan forces motorbike to stick to the right(our left) lane, then they face problems when making left(our right) turn. same problems. and they're motored vehicles.

[@OnilMarteNavarroza]

When there is no proper biking infrastructure, that's the issue and the government is to blame.

[@omer_an]

Exactly. I'm also wondering when Singapore will be cycling friendly. Some pedestrians even don't know that they have to keep left at all times.

[@silverhawk911]

The law makers need to review and amend the traffic rules so that it makes sense. Make traffic rules easy to understand, you can't expect everyone to be well educated enough to understand the traffic laws written in the legal way. There are some Uncles and Aunties who don't have very high standard of English education and especially more so when you have to ask them to interpret what the traffic law is saying in lay man terms. If laws are so plain and simple,there wouldn’t be lawyers around to re-interpret the laws in relation to the case being heard in court, in other ways to argue their way against the legal system for their clients.

[@IceLemonTE]

I thought got alternative but he just complained like a Singaporean NGL even though I would too

[@frkzd]

the cycle of frustration and ambiguity will end when someone or some people violently DIE because of a stupid act of road rage. LTA & TP need to correct the ironies in their rule books ASAP!

[@saf00]

cyclists dun pay road tax.

[@AndewMole]

The solution will be to make more cycling paths such that cyclists can get anywhere only using designated paths, so they dont endanger motorists nor pedestrians

[@kokkiongang5965]

There is no purpose of telling the problem.. what we need is a solution. Please provide solution and not the problem

[@user-ld7iq1dk3s]

as a cyclist and driver i feel that the road in singapore is not practical for cyclist to be using at ALL TIMES

[@yummy90the2nd]

nah cyclist are worse because they get to choose when to be pedestrians and still refuse to get off their bikes

[@thetravellingbloke2992]

I cycle a lot in SG, the rules doesn’t say you need to get off the bikes on pavement in traffic lights. They only use the word recommended.

[@vincecarlo]

Why CAN'T Cyclist BEHAVE while they DO NOT PAY Import Tax, Road Tax, COE, ERP, ARF, Registration, etc etc

[@hrithikrk4826]

Cyclists not following the rules does not cause harm to others cuz only motorists kill cyclists, not the other way around. Having strict rules on cyclists does not solve the problem that drivers also break rules and kill cyclists in the process.

[@vincecarlo]

@@hrithikrk4826 MORE FOREIGN INTERFERENCE Spewing 💩💩

[@qingshengpeng6524]

The pedestrian lanes are so narrow that I fear for mountain bikes all the time when I'm on the lanes. I own 2 types of bikes myself and average speed around 35kmph. There's simply no good option for cyclists in SG. You risk hitting pedestrians on sidewalks, you risk being hit by negligent car drivers on the road. The city legislation is so torn between American car infested city and an Asian capital.

[@stevenlim9640]

cycling rule? dont forget and also ask the ministers (malaysia born grace fool, amy kor) who implement rules like 'after eat must return tray and clean table to avoid a fine' to clear their own plate and tray in high class restorans and 5star hotels bcoz that are where they and their family and friends eat (100 singaporeans are booked so far since recent june 1st NEA catch hawker centres' eaters...)

[@MrNoodlecaboodle]

ive been cycling on singapore roads since 2015. ive only been in 2 car accidents: 1 taxi driver beating the red light and 1 early 20s year old driver going fast not looking while merging into a main road. none of these accidents were major. cycling in singapore is relatively safe and part of being a responsible cyclist is getting to know the roads and safest routes on your commute and/or workout. if you are lost and its the first time in an area, always take the SAFEST option no matter how inconvenient you may think it is at the moment. be respectful on the road and the only person you can trust to keep you safe out there is yourself.

[@cchongchannel8943]

Yes, i agree that the road is relatively safe when everyone simply follows the rule. Yet, when one driver violates it, cyclists are the most vulnerable among all. It doesn't matter how good we are as cyclists following the rules, it takes just one single crazy driver on the road to harm or get us killed for nothing. It's that simple. Therefore, for me and for my best safety, by all means stay away from the road. I think that's the best advice I could give to other cyclists for our best safety.

[@hbtan9841]

Only 2 accidents? Even just one accident can cause serious injury or even death.

[@cchongchannel8943]

@@hbtan9841 exactly.

[@MrNoodlecaboodle]

@@hbtan9841 yup you are totally correct. my worst accident? i was out running and there was a group of people crowding a sidewalk. i ran on the grass to go around them and fell in a ditch. i went to the hospital for that. funny enough that a sport which seems as safe as running got me into my worst accident. running, cycling, basketball, football unfortunately all sports have their risks.

[@mixedgameart123]

3rd accident you wouldn't be posting here.

[@888jucu]

To be fair cycling in Singapore is much safer now than when I first started doing it in the 90s. Back then bus drivers would routinely cut you up whereas now they seem almost too scared to pass you (seems they have been having some tough bus driver etiquette classes). Covid made the bike population explode and with that cars are by and large more aware and more careful so I noticed a significant improvement in safety getting around. That said if you choose to ride at night with no lights and no helmet (Grab anyone) then of course you are posing risk to yourself and others and should be more responsible

[@XSpeedX100]

If I'm approaching a big junction and there are cars stopping me from changing lanes, I just take the pedestrian crossing. In the end, it's my life! But if there aren't many cars because its early morning, then whatever works... just use common sense and don't rely on car drivers to brake and save your own lives. Singapore is nice and flat, very lucky to have many PCNs too. Cycle before you get too old and your bones get pain.

[@mhcst]

There isn't a pedestrian crossing at every junction - Very uncommon. Vast majority of the time there is one.

[@davidt5185]

Bottom line... Singapore roads were not designed nor meant for cycling (no bicycle lanes unlike say in Amsterdam)...want to risk your life and cause problems for motorists (aka send them to jail for hitting you, again risking injuries to yourself) continue enjoy cycling on Singapore roads. 🤔

[@out_spocken]

I can understand the level of 'anger?'/frustration/jealousy when drivers see cyclists ignoring 'road' rules. The issue is some are actually dangerous, but other times it's just that drivers get stuck waiting for red lights for no reason when they could safely go through, or turn on a red light if there's no cars or pedestrians. Even as a big cyclist (I ride 25,000 a year and drive maybe 10,000 if I'm lucky) I inadvertantly get worked up when I see cyclists blatantly disregarding red lights and have to forcefully tell myself 'who cares as long as they are doing it safely and not inconveniencing anyone'. I don't know why psychologically I think like this. I think because unlike pedestrians that jaywalk, we do expect everyone on the roads to use them the same way. It makes us feel good when we do the right thing when everyone else is. Equality. I wonder if being more relaxed about 'rules and laws' and treating lights and signs as 'guides' and forcing people to be more considerate of others rather than just follow the rules regardless. Ie sitting at lights in the middle of the night because they are on a timer and no cars are around sucks. Similarly waiting to turn when it would be safe but having to wait 3 miuntes for the lights to change. Frequently cyclists treat pedestrians in the same way us cyclists hate drivers treating us. There's also limitations to cycling right. Turning requires holding out your arm, which you can't always do as far back as you'd like to ensure you have control of your bike, especially going up or down hills or around a roundabout. The bigger issue is road culture. Drivers barely care about other drivers....or even trucks given the stupid shit I see them do cutting in front of trucks etc...and that's with vehicles that could cause them serious harm...so why would they care about cyclist that are just going to bounce off their vehicles. What should happen is removing safety inside a car. Strip out airbags, collison bars, crumple zones...heck make them out of plastic too. Make them as vunerable as we can so they realise the vunerability of themselves and others. Increase fines and penalities so that if you do something stupid and injure someone there is a multiplier effect on the penalties. Penalities should be very different to normal. So if you are speeding at get a $500 fine but don't hit anyone its $500. If you hit someone it increases to $5000. If they are hospitalised it doubles again to $10,000. Not covered by insurance. These are fines ONTOP of what your insurance would have to pay to cover injuries and property damage. AND link it to your wage. So the starting fine is a % of your yearly wage. Make it so itt is literally unaffordable to drive like a dick and not be fully responsible for how you drive and aware of the consequences. if you hit someone with a baseball bat in public you are likely to be criminally charged. The same should occur when you drive a car and there is bodily harm. Arguably same when it's property damage in some cases but we dont need or want people having criminal records for small rear ends or swiping a car in a carpark etc. Injuring a person though can have huge ramifications to that person and people around them for their whole lives and it can cost society a lot of money and time. People shouldn't feel ' safe' in cars. They should be hyper vigilante. The same should be true of cyclists that hit pedestrians too. We all pay for roads. We all deserve to be able to use them safely and properly. And everyone should be respectful on them like they should be anywhere else in society.

[@DonYang73]

I am a cyclist and i go by one rule. My Life is more precious than any rule. right of way is too late when you are bleeding on the ground. Dont be stupid, cyclists! Keep safe

[@33Nautiboy]

Good objective video. Lets just treat each other as human being on the road and be kind and patient to one another.

[@dzus]

We definitely need more discourse on this. One of the better video on this topic. Good job! My 2 cents. Most Singapore drivers pay so much to be on the road and our roads are crazy expensive. So of course the sense of entitlement like their Certificate of Entitlement will be sky high.

[@HakimieAnuar]

Thank you for this video