Review of Bicycle Speed Limits on Shared Paths

Oral Reply by Minister of State for Transport, Mr Baey Yam Keng

Ms Gho Sze Kee asked the Acting Minister for Transport whether the Ministry would consider lowering the speed limit for bicycles on shared paths from the current 25 km/h for the safety of other path users.

Reply by Minister of State for Transport, Mr Baey Yam Keng:

1.     The speed limit of 25km/h for bicycles as well as other active mobility devices on shared paths is based on normal cycling speed and takes into account the rules of shared use and the safety of all users. Cyclists should slow down and give way to pedestrians, especially when approaching crowded places. 

2.     LTA will continue to ensure path safety and conduct education campaigns and community engagement programmes regularly to promote gracious path sharing and safe behaviour.