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Cyclists are also granted the same duties and rights as pedestrians when using sidewalks. In addition, motorists are required to yield the right of way to cyclists on sidewalks.

Do I have to wear a helmet when I ride my bike? Nebraska has no helmet law for bicycles. It is legal for all persons of any age to operate a bicycle without wearing a helmet unless otherwise provided by a municipal regulation. But we believe it's always a good idea!

Cyclists who are riding on the sidewalk or a crosswalk have the same rights and duties as pedestrians, but must yield the right of way to pedestrians and warn them if you're about to pass.

Lincoln's commitment to this goal is reflected in the designation as a Silver Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists.

The primary purpose of the Lincoln Bike Plan was to identify an on-street bicycle network that builds on the City's extensive trail network and provides safe and low-stress bicycle commuting and recreational opportunities.

Bicyclists are required to follow the same rules of the road as motorists. A bicyclist riding on a highway generally has all the rights of a vehicle and shall be subject to all the duties applicable to the driver of a vehicle (some exceptions do exist).

In Lincoln, bicyclists are permitted on sidewalks except for in the downtown area.

A bicyclist riding a bicycle on a sidewalk or across a roadway or shoulder in a crosswalk shall have all the rights and duties applicable to a pedestrian under the same circumstances but shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.