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Road Traffic Regulations & Code of Conduct

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Road Traffic Regulations

-   Registration of all CYCLES (individual or group) which are intended to be used on public roads, are done at all the Police Stations around Mauritius.
-   The Registration process is done on payment of Rs 5/= (Five Rupees) to register the CYCLE.
-   Upon registration of the CYCLE, a registration plate and a certificate is given.
-   The Registration plate shall be affixed to the CYCLE so that the numbers thereon shall be easily distinguishable at all times.
-   If the registration plate is lost, destroyed or defaced, or if the numbers thereon cease to be distinguishable, the CYCLE has to be registered anew.
-   Every CYCLE shall be fitted with a HORN or BELL affixed thereto and shall be at all times be in good working order.
-   A lamp, visible from a reasonable distance, in the direction in which the CYCLE is proceeding, shall be lighted and kept alight so as to show the movement and position of the CYCLE.
-   A red light or a red reflex reflector clearly visible from the rear thereof.
-   A CYCLE shall be ride as near the left edge of the road.

Code of Conduct

1.    The Cyclo-Tourists should compulsorily use protective helmets during their trips
2.    The Cyclo-Tourists should adopt proper riding behaviour on the roads
3.    The Cyclo-Tourists should stay focus during rides
4.    The Cyclo-Tourists should stay away from heavier vehicles
5.    The Cyclo-Tourists should stay in the sight of other vehicles during riding.
6.    The Cyclo-Tourists should ride to be seen, wear bright colors and use reflective tape - the more the better.
7.    The Cyclo-Tourists should adjust its cycle to be at ease for keeping balance and stretching legs for a stronger push when needed.
8.    The Cyclo-Tourists should ensure roadworthiness before taking any trip i.e brakes/tyres/pedals are in  order.
9.    The Cyclo-Tourists should ensure proper lighting when riding at night.


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