Report 181 Advanced stop lines for cyclists: the role of central cycle lane approaches and signal timings

Publication Year

1996

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Advanced stop lines (ASLs) are cycling facilities which allow cyclists to stop ahead of motor vehicles at signalised junctions. Their function is to aid cyclists through the junctions effectively and safely. First introduced to the UK in 1984, ASLs have since been installed in many built up areas. Research work on ASLs has established that they are operating satisfactorily. This project investigated some new issues. One aim was to investigate the value of a non-nearside approach lane, with reference to the turning movements of left-turning motor vehicles versus 'ahead' cyclists. The other aim was to assess the effect of different signal timings on the value of an advanced stop line. These were explored with reference to the differing turning movements of cyclists and motor vehicles at ASL junctions.

Author

Ryley, T. J.

Publisher Information