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245 Riding a bicycle
The rider of a bicycle must –
(a) be astride the rider’s seat facing forwards (except if the bicycle is not built to be ridden astride); and
(b) ride with at least one hand on the handlebars; and
(c) if the bicycle is equipped with a seat – not ride the bicycle seated in any other position on the bicycle.
Penalty: Fine not exceeding 5 penalty units.