Here's what I submitted, I left out the part about the speed since I've never been stopped for speeding. I'll be looking into presenting a cyclists perspective at the traffic council or whatever they have.
CFAY Instruction 5800.9K seriously jeopardizes the safety of bicyclists and pedestrians. Specifically, the instruction states, “bicyclists shall walk bikes ... when ... leaving the base.” It is neither legal nor safe for a bicyclist to enter Route 16 from the sidewalk. The only legal and safe way to enter Rt 16 is by starting from the vehicle exit lane and utilizing the traffic light. Additionally, many bicyclists wear shoes specifically designed for cycling that are not suitable for walking even a short distance on the sidewalk. This could lead to a slip or fall, which could cut and bruise a nearby pedestrian.
Throughout Japan and the US (except on prohibited expressways), a bicyclist is treated as a motor vehicle. Why is this not the same in the vicinity of the gates on the base?