2013 Chicago Cycle Laws

Thanks to LocalMotoHub for sharing these We already knew that motorcyclist will be allowed to proceed through a red light after waiting a reasonable time for the light to change, but here are a few others you may have missed:

• Look, Ma, No Hands!! The handlebar grips of a motorcycle may not be higher than the height of the operator’s head and the operator must keep at least one hand on a handlebar grip at all times while the motorcycle is in motion.
• No More Wheelies - Operating a motorcycle on one wheel while speeding constitutes an aggravated offense, with a minimum fine of $100 for the first offense and up to $1,000 for repeat offenses.
• This makes good safety sense - Motorcycles may be equipped with red or amber stop lights on the rear of the vehicle that flash and become steady on when the brake is applied. Good to know! 

Read more at http://localmotohub.com/chicago-motorcycle-news/new-motorcycle-laws-2013