Conventional Bike Lane

Usage: Wide

A portion of a roadway that has been designated by pavement markings and/or signs for the preferential or exclusive use of cyclists.

Greenpoint Avenue, Queens

Hoyt Street, Brooklyn

Benefits

Provides dedicated space for cyclists, enhancing safety, comfort, and mobility
In combination with other bikeways, provides a comprehensive network of recommended routes for cyclists, thereby encouraging bicycling
On-roadway bike lanes that narrow or replace motor vehicle lanes can calm traffic

Conduct outreach to people with disabilities and stakeholders working with these population groups early in the planning and implementation process. Provide notification of street geometry changes before implementation. Consideration should be given to commercial vehicles loading/unloading
Without physical separation, vehicles can block bike lanes, making enforcement of violations critical

On streets with high current or anticipated bike volumes or that offer important linkages to destinations or between routes, and where speeds are lower and double parking/ illegal parking (i.e. potential bike lane blocking) is not prevalent
When excess roadway exists, conventional lanes can be used to calm traffic and make the street safer for all road users
Consider using a protected bike lane rather than, or in addition to, a conventional bike lane where conditions permit (e.g., street width, traffic volume, etc.). Review Protected Bike Lane

Review the Bike Lane Table for a listing of typical bikeway designs and their respective spatial requirements, ideal applications, and advantages and disadvantages
Create connectivity with adjoining bikeways, bike parking, transit, and commercial or cultural destinations
Bikeways in parks, or in other places with heavy pedestrian traffic, light cycling traffic, and insufficient right-of-way for separated facilities, can be designated using bike stamps