It is unlawful for any person to operate or use a bicycle in the city which has not been registered and licensed and equipped with one or more license plates as provided by this chapter, except as may be specifically herein exempt.

It is unlawful for any person to ride or operate a bicycle in the city unless the bicycle is equipped as provided in this chapter and unless the bicycle is in a safe mechanical condition. (Ord. 475 NCS §§2, 14; prior code §6.22.)