A 20-YEAR-OLD woman charged with fatally striking a cyclist while behind the wheel has made a brief appearance in court.

Caitlin Jean Smith has been charged with dangerous driving causing the death of Tom Curtis, 60.

Mr Curtis collided with a Mazda hatchback and was knocked off his bike on Marshall Road in Bennett Springs before 6am on Sunday, December 6.

Camera Icon Caitlin Jean Smith leaves Midland Magistrates Court. She is accused of knocking down cyclist Tom Curtis. Credit: Supplied

Mr Curtis was rushed to Royal Perth Hospital where he later died.

His fatal early morning ride was just hours before a surprise birthday party his wife had planned for him.

Ms Smith, from Kalamunda, faced Midland Magistrates Court on Tuesday.

Her case was adjourned to next month for legal advice and her bail was renewed.

Neither Ms Smith or members of Mr Curtis’ family commented as they left court.