Cycling fact sheets

The following fact sheets, in pdf format, deal with a variety of topics relevant to cycling in Western Australia.

Please visit again soon, as new sheets are being added regularly.

Bikes and equipment

Title Type Size
Power-assisted bikes give you a little bit of help pdf 116kb
Quick-release wheels save time pdf 188kb
A bike computer can be a handy accessory pdf 160kb
Tricycles provide extra stability pdf 175kb
Use correct tyre pressure for a better ride pdf 244kb
Tandems require teamwork pdf 180kb
Bicycle cameras keep drivers honest pdf 164kb
Choose a backpack designed for cycling pdf 188kb
GPS and SatNav for bicycles pdf 152kb
Historical display shows bicycle development pdf 168kb
Tag-along bikes great for in-between ages pdf 163kb
Cycling glasses, gloves & masks are useful pdf 169kb
Maintenance will save time and money pdf 188kb
Finding a good fitting bicycle for women pdf 160kb
Clipless pedals produce a better pedalling action pdf 159kb
Choosing and using a bicycle helmet pdf 168kb
Airless tyres are worth a look pdf 166kb
Caring for your chain gives a better ride pdf 158kb
The importance of a good bicycle seat pdf 163kb
Automatic bicycles finally get into gear pdf 165kb
What sort of bicycle do you get for $20,000? pdf 167kb
It's amazing how much you can carry on a bike pdf 165kb
Cycling fashion now available to suit everyone pdf 150kb
Child carrier seats for important little passengers pdf 160kb
Recumbents could be making a comeback pdf 172kb
Keeping your bicycle secure is a simple matter pdf 158kb
Lights are essential when riding after dark pdf 156kb
Wide choice can make buying a bike daunting pdf 156kb
Bicycle trailers now come in all shapes and sizes pdf 160kb
Bike carriers for cars are not all the same pdf 185kb
Folding bikes are an ideal option for cheap commuting pdf 158kb
Mirrors improve your view of the world pdf 165kb

Rides and routes

Title Type Size
Cycling is a great way to see Xmas light displays pdf 170kb
City to Sea is a great ride pdf 196kb
Albany rides set the standard pdf 170kb
Kep Track is a golden ride pdf 188kb
Bike and trains make a good pair pdf 160kb
Mandurah rail line opens new riding opportunities pdf 186kb
Swan Valley has some great bike trails pdf 200kb
Take a "coffee and cake ride" this weekend pdf 186kb
Great choice of trails around for mountain bikers pdf 160kb
Signage and a good map make route planning easy pdf 156kb
Recreational bike routes highlight the best of Perth pdf 232kb
Margaret River is a bicycle tourism magnet pdf 176kb

Riding skills and rules

Title Type Size
Use the correct technique when mountain biking pdf 190kb
Treat pedestrians with care and avoid problems pdf 181kb
Using the gears properly gives a better ride pdf 164kb
Build up endurance slowly for long rides pdf 158kb
Tips for riding in traffic pdf 140kb
Being part of a bunch adds a new riding dimension pdf 161kb
Teaching a child to ride should be done in steps pdf 157kb
Correct pedalling technique makes all the difference pdf 212kb
Motorists and cyclists can live in harmony pdf 156kb
Children really benefit from riding to school pdf 164kb
Tips for motorists - sharing the road with cyclists pdf 140kb
Wet weather riding has its benefits pdf 246kb
Rural riding requires a special awareness of trucks pdf 204kb
Ring your bell to make others aware pdf 155kb

Riding environment

Title Type Size
Lightning is a danger for riders pdf 160kb
Bike parking in the Perth CBD pdf 195kb
Keeping count is important pdf 172kb
How to get improved cycling facilities in your area pdf 176kb
Speed Dome offers a range of facilities pdf 170kb
Paths need to be kept clear pdf 166kb
Bicycle facilities at traffic signals pdf 200kb
Is it a shared path or a footpath? pdf 163kb
Glass punctures cause frustration pdf 180kb
There is more to a shared path than meets the eye pdf 163kb
Reporting a hazard can help the entire community pdf 232kb

Miscellaneous

Title Type Size
Riding for fitness and to stay trim pdf 245kb
Comparison of cycling with other fitness activities pdf 169kb
Feral pigs can pose a danger to riders pdf 184kb
Bikes and boats go well together pdf 190kb
Web-based network is a great resource for cyclists pdf 173kb
Take a bike on your next caravan trip pdf 170kb
Travelling by air with a bike pdf 192kb
Keep an eye out for snakes on paths pdf 182kb
Automotive developments lead to better bicycles pdf 162kb
Cycling has many benefits for seniors pdf 179kb
Dealing with a furry problem pdf 150kb
Riding to work is a great option pdf 156kb
Joining a group can make cycling even more enjoyable pdf 200kb
Make riding for fitness your New Year's resolution pdf 156kb
Dealing with swooping birds pdf 153kb
Harassment and personal safety issues for cyclists pdf 160kb
It's easy to cycle in style pdf 280kb

For more information on cycling in Western Australia, please visit our other web pages on cycling or contact the Department of Transport's Cycling team

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