from the ny bike rules...

A white headlight and red taillight must be used from dusk to dawn;
A bell or other audible signal (not whistle) required;
Working brakes are required;
Reflective tires and/or other reflective devices are required.

traffic infractions or not, i would say that this puts 90% (at least) of riders here squarely in violation of the law. the last time i tried to ride cm in brooklyn- about a year ago- the cops were handing out flyers with this list and saying that tickets would be issued for each and every infraction. also, reflective devices have to be on your bike, not on your bag, at least according to the cop i talked to. life, liberty, and the pursuit of...