Cyclists prohibited — South African Road Sign R219

Pedal cyclists are not allowed beyond this sign. Riding a bicycle past this point is forbidden. If you are on a bicycle, do not ride past this sign. As a driver, understand that cyclists are banned on this stretch of road.

Cyclists prohibited road sign

R219

At a glance

Sign code
R219
Type
Regulatory
Official meaning
No pedal cyclist may proceed beyond this sign.

What the Cyclists prohibited sign means

Pedal cyclists are not allowed beyond this sign. Riding a bicycle past this point is forbidden.

What you must do

If you are on a bicycle, do not ride past this sign. As a driver, understand that cyclists are banned on this stretch of road.

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Sources

  • Road Traffic Signs chart, National Department of TransportThe official chart. Sign R219 was checked against it, artwork and meaning, before being published here.
  • National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000 — Schedule 1Where the prescribed meaning of each road traffic sign is set out.

Last updated 2026-08-23.

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