Written Reply by Minister for Transport Ong Ye Kung to Parliamentary Question on Rules Governing Use of Recumbent Bikes and Trikes on Roads, Park Connectors and Footpaths

Mr Dennis Tan Lip Fong asked the Minister for Transport 

a.     what are the current rules that apply to recumbent bikes and trikes for usage on roads, park connectors and footpaths; and 

b.     whether LTA will consider having separate and specific regulations applicable to such recumbent bikes and trikes given their lower profile in comparison with conventional upright bicycles.

Reply by Minister for Transport Ong Ye Kung:

1.     The Land Transport Authority (LTA) has recently received requests from owners of recumbent bikes and trikes to use their devices on public paths and roads. They are currently allowed on footpaths and cycling paths/park connectors only if they meet safety requirements. LTA is currently reviewing the requests, bearing in mind that the safety of riders and other road users is its over-riding consideration.