Cyclists could be forced to contribute to a compensation fund or take out third party insurance, under mechanisms being looked at by the NSW government.

Roads and Maritime Services officials have been holding regular meetings with road and cycling groups, where they have also canvassed the possibility of licences for cyclists or requiring cyclists to hold identification.

Compulsory insurance? Cyclists take part in the national Ride2Work day in Sydney. Credit:Peter Rae

And while some participants in those meetings say the RMS appears persuaded an insurance scheme for cyclists would be too difficult to implement, others say the government looks set to bring in some sort of change.

The Roads Minister, Duncan Gay, seems increasingly persuaded to introduce measures requiring cyclists to carry identification.