Question

What does the 'begin right turn lane yield to bikes' sign mean?

1) Vehicles turning left must yield to bikes entering a right turn lane.
2) Drivers have the right of way over bikes turning left.
3) Motor vehicles entering an exclusive right-turn lane must weave across bicycle traffic in bicycle lanes

Answer 1

The 'begin right turn lane yield to bikes' sign means drivers entering a right-turn lane must yield to any bicycles in the bike lane, as cyclists have the right of way.

Step-by-step explanation:

The road sign 'begin right turn lane yield to bikes' indicates that motor vehicles entering a right-turn lane must be cautious and yield to any bicycles that may be in or entering the same space. This means the bicycles in the bike lane, which is commonly located to the right of motor vehicle traffic, have the right of way. Bicyclists often use these lanes to continue straight or to also make right turns, and it is the responsibility of the motor vehicle driver to ensure they do not interfere with the bicyclists' path when they are maneuvering into a right-turn lane. Specifically, the sign does not address vehicles turning left or suggest that drivers have the right of way over bikes turning left.