BTW, the handbook has nine "tips" for cyclists, at least three of which the cyclist in question broke:
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Tips for Bicyclists
1. Obey traffic signs and signals - Bicyclists must
drive like other vehicles if they are to be taken
seriously by motorists.
2. Never ride against traffic - Motorists do not look
for or expect bicyclists riding on the wrong side of
the roadway.
3. Use hand signals - Hand signals tell motorists
what you intend to do. Signal as a matter of law, of
courtesy, and of self-protection.
4. Ride in a straight line - Whenever possible, ride
in a straight line and to the right of traffic but about
the width of a car door away from parked cars.
5. Follow lane markings - Do not turn left from the
right lane. Do not go straight in a lane marked for
right turns only.
6. Do not pass on the right - Do not pass on the
right side of vehicles in traffic at intersections.
Motorists turning right may not look for or see a
bicycle passing on the right.
7. Watch for cars pulling out - Even though you
make eye contact with drivers, you must assume
that they do not see you and may pull out in front
of you.
8. Scan the road behind you - Learn to look back
over your shoulder without losing your balance or
swerving left. Some riders use rear-view mirrors.
9. Keep both hands ready to brake - You may not
stop in time if you brake one-handed. Allow extra
distance for stopping in the rain or on wet surfaces
because brakes are less effective when wet.
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