A Bicyclists can ride in a crosswalk, presuming they are doing so safely, going in the same direction as the flow of traffic and there are no signs banning the practice. However, the state auto club recommends you walk your bike in crosswalks. Why? This gives you the right of way as a pedestrian.

Should cyclists use crosswalks?

Pedestrians should always use marked crosswalks when crossing a roadway. But even if they do not, bicyclists must exercise due care for the safety of any pedestrian on a roadway (CVC 21954). Crosswalks are for pedestrians, not cars or bicycles (CVC 21455).

Can bicycles ride in crosswalk?

As a general rule, adult bicyclists have the same duties and responsibilities as motor vehicle drivers under California Vehicle Code (CVC) section 21200. Therefore, under CVC 21200, it is unlawful to ride a bicycle within a crosswalk.