American Motorcyclist Association

American Motorcyclist Association

Off RoadRoadCategoryState NameState AbbrCountryModified Date
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; KSA 8-1598 (b) Eye ProtectionKansasKSUS6/6/12

Allowed, however a person wearing personal hearing protectors in the form on earplugs or molds that are specifically designed to attenuate injurious noise levels must be able the hear a siren or horn from an emergency vehicle or a horn from another motor vehicle.

EarplugsCaliforniaCAUS8/7/14
Required for novice riders, under the age of 21 and instructional permit holders; Kentucky Statutes, Title XVI, Chapter 189, Section 189.285 Safety HelmetKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Required by law; Louisiana Revised Statutes 32: 190 Safety HelmetLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
No Restriction Eye ProtectionMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required by law; Maryland Code, Title 21, Subtitle 13, Section 21-1306Safety HelmetMarylandMDUS1/10/13
Required by law for all operators and passengers, including passengers in sidecars; Massachusetts General Laws, Part 1, Title XIV, Chapter 90, Section 7 Safety HelmetMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12

Required for all motorcycle operators and passengers under 21 years of age. Helmets optional for riders at least 21 years of age with at least $20,000 in first party payable medical benefits, and 2 years riding experience or successful completion of a motorcycle safety course; MCL 257.658. April 2012 State Police Update.

 

Safety HelmetMichiganMIUS7/2/13
No acoustical criteria.MufflerAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelAlabamaALUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.MufflerAlabamaALUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelArkansasARUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.MufflerArkansasARUS6/6/12
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 ft from center lane of travel:1)Pre-1970..92dba; 2) After 1969, and before 1973...88dba; 3) After 1972, and before 1975...86dba; 4) After 1974, and before 1986...83dba; 5) After 1985...80dba (27201-27202. Motorcycle Limits). Maximum Sound LevelCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12

Muffler required. No muffler or exhaust system shall be equipped with a cutout, bypass or similar device (27150. Adequate Muffler Required). Model year 2013 and newer motorcycles are required to maintain their original federally-required emissions exhaust systems, or purchase and use only aftermarket equipment that includes a readily-visible EPA stamp that certifies federal emissions compliance.  A first violation will be a fix-it ticket and fine. Subsequent offenses will result in fines of $100 to $250.

MufflerCaliforniaCAUS8/8/18
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 ft from center lane of travel, local authorities may adopt following: 1)Manufactured before 1/1/73--88dba at 35mph or less; 90dba at 35 to 55mph; 2) Manufactured after 1/1/73--86dba at 35mph or less; 90dba at 35 to 55 mph (25-12-107. Powers of Local Authorities).Maximum Sound LevelColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Prohibited by law with the exception of: "Custom Made Earplugs" Refer to: Sectioni 21-1120 of the Maryland Code of Laws.EarplugsMarylandMDUS1/10/13
Yes. 13 AAC 02.427 - Driving motorcycles and motor-driven cycles on roadways laned for traffic (a) Motorcycles and motor-driven cycles may be driven upon a lane of a roadway, and no motor vehicle may be driven so as to deprive a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle of the full use of a lane. This provision does not apply to motorcycles or motor-driven cycles driven two abreast in a single lane by consent of both drivers; however, no motorcycles or motor-driven cycles may be driven more than two abreast in a single lane. Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Yes; Code of Ala. Section 32-5A-242 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneArkansasARUS6/6/12
Yes. 13 AAC 02.427 - Driving motorcycles and motor-driven cycles on roadways laned for traffic (a) Motorcycles and motor-driven cycles may be driven upon a lane of a roadway, and no motor vehicle may be driven so as to deprive a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle of the full use of a lane. This provision does not apply to motorcycles or motor-driven cycles driven two abreast in a single lane by consent of both drivers; however, no motorcycles or motor-driven cycles may be driven more than two abreast in a single lane. Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneArizonaAZUS6/6/12

Not referenced in administrative codes or statutes.

Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneCaliforniaCAUS8/7/14

Yes; C.R.S. 42-4-1503 All motorcycles are entitled to full use of a traffic lane, and no motor vehicle shall be driven in such a manner as to deprive any motorcycle of the full use of a traffic lane. This subsection (1) shall not apply to motorcycles operated two abreast in a single lane.

Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneColoradoCOUS3/27/14
Yes; Sec. 14-289b Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneConnecticutCTUS6/6/12

Muffler required; no straight pipes; no removal of baffles; no modification of exhaust system that increases noise beyond exhaust system originally installed.

MufflerNew YorkNYUS5/6/15

Maximum Allowable:
A-Weighted Sound Levels at Speed: 35 mph or less, 82 dB(A); over 35 mph, 86 dB(A), measured at, or adjusted to, a distance of fifty feet from the center of the lane in which the motorcycle is traveling.
 

Maximum Sound LevelNew YorkNYUS5/6/15
Muffler required; no cutout, bypass or similar device (28-955.01, Motorcycles; noise level equipment; unauthorized equipment).MufflerArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 ft from center lane of travel (R17-4-61. Motorcycle Noise Limits): Model Year/<=35mph/35-45mph/>45mph: Before 1972/84dba/88dba/88dba; 1972-1980/79dba/82dba/86dba; After 1980/76dba/80dba/83dba Maximum Sound LevelArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10)State Insurance RequirementsMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(10/20/5)State Insurance RequirementsMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(30/60/10)State Insurance RequirementsMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10)State Insurance RequirementsMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/1) State Insurance RequirementsMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10)State Insurance RequirementsMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(50/100/25 & $1,000/person for medical payments)State Insurance RequirementsMaineMEUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(10/20/10)State Insurance RequirementsLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10 or $60,000 single limit)State Insurance RequirementsKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10)State Insurance RequirementsKansasKSUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/15) - Financial responsibilty required.State Insurance RequirementsIowaIAUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10)State Insurance RequirementsIndianaINUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/15)State Insurance RequirementsIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/15)State Insurance RequirementsIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10) - 15% insurance discount for graduates of rider education program. State Insurance RequirementsHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
33-7-11 (a)(1) No automobile liability policy or motor vehicle liability policy shall be issued ... unless it contains an endorsement or provisions undertaking to pay the insured all sums which said insured shall be legally entitled to recover as damages from the owner or operator of an uninsured motor vehicle, within limits exclusive of interests and costs which at the option of the insured shall be: (A) Not less than $25,000.00 because of bodily injury to or death of one person in any one accident, and, subject to such limit for one person, $50,000.00 because of bodily injury to or death of two or more persons in any one accident, and $25,000.00 because of injury to or destruction of property... State Insurance RequirementsGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12

Furnishing satisfactory evidence of holding a motor vehicle liability policy as defined in ss.324.021(8) and 324.151 with requirements of:
$10,000 per person bodily injury
$20,000 total bodily injury
$10,000 personal property damage liability
$30,000 single limit liability
Furnishing a certificate of self-insurance showing a deposit of cash in accordance with s.324.161; or
Furnishing a certificate of self-insurance issued by the department in accordance with s.324.171.
 

State Insurance RequirementsFloridaFLUS4/15/15
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10)State Insurance RequirementsDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/10) - Insurance discount available for 3 years following completion of rider education program.State Insurance RequirementsDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10) - 10% insurance discount for graduates of motorcycle rider education program.State Insurance RequirementsConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/15)State Insurance RequirementsColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/5) - Financial responsibility requried. A driver involved in an accident who fails to prove existence of financial responsibility at time of accident shall have driver's license suspended for 1 year.State Insurance RequirementsCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Handgrips below shoulder height; Wyoming Statutes, 31-5-115 (n) Handlebar HeightWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seat; West Virginia Code, 17C-15-44 (c) Handlebar HeightWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Maximum of 30" above seat; R.C.W. 46-61-611 Handlebar HeightWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Handlebar HeightVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seat; VS 1117 Handlebar HeightVermontVTUS6/6/12
Handgrips below shoulder height; 41-6a-1504 Handlebar HeightUtahUTUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulations - Texas Department of Public Safety ( Refer to 20.25 (2)(j) )Handlebar HeightTexasTXUS5/5/17
No Restriction Handlebar HeightTennesseeTNUS6/6/12

No Restrictions

Handlebar HeightSouth DakotaSDUS5/12/16
No Restrictions Handlebar HeightSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seat; RI 31-10.1-5 Handlebar HeightRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
No restrictions Handlebar HeightPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightOregonORUS6/6/12
No higher than eye level of the operator; OK Statute 47-12-609 (c) Handlebar HeightOklahomaOKUS6/6/12

No higher than shoulder height.

Handlebar HeightOhioOHUS6/2/14
Must be below the shoulders of the seated operator; N.D. C.C. 39-27-06 Handlebar HeightNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12

Handle bars or grips cannot be more than the height of the operator's shoulders.

Handlebar HeightNew YorkNYUS5/6/15
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Handgrips below shoulder heightHandlebar HeightNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12

No restriction

Handlebar HeightNew HampshireNHUS12/20/17
Handgrips below shoulder height; NRS 486.201 Handlebar HeightNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above fasten point; NRS 60-6,307 (6) Handlebar HeightNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightMontanaMTUS6/6/12

No restriction

Handlebar HeightMississippiMSUS5/2/14
No Restrictions.Handlebar HeightMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seat; MI Vehicle Code 257.661a Handlebar HeightMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Motorcycle handlebars must not rise above an operators shoulders when properly seated on the motorcycle; XIV-90-7J Handlebar HeightMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12

Maximum of 20" above seat; MD Code 21-1305

Handlebar HeightMarylandMDUS12/20/17
Handgrips below shoulder height; Section 2062, 3 Handlebar HeightMaineMEUS6/6/12

Not above shoulder height; LRS 32: 191.3

Handlebar HeightLouisianaLAUS8/8/14
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
No restrictions.Handlebar HeightKansasKSUS6/6/12
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightIowaIAUS6/6/12
No higher than the shoulders of the driver when the driver is seated in the drivers seat; IC 9-19-7-2 Handlebar HeightIndianaINUS6/6/12
Handgrips below head height; Illinois Vehicle Code, Sec. 11-1403(c)Handlebar HeightIllinoisILUS8/28/12
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seatHandlebar HeightHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seatHandlebar HeightGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
No higher than top of shoulders of the operator when seated upon the motorcycle; Florida Statutes, 316.2095 (2)Handlebar HeightFloridaFLUS8/19/13
Maximum of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulationsHandlebar HeightDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12

No restrictions

Handlebar HeightDelawareDEUS5/2/14

Prohibited above the height of operator's shoulders; CT Statutes, Section 5, Title 14: Ch. 248, Sec. 14-80i

Handlebar HeightConnecticutCTUS4/14/14
A person shall not drive a two-wheel motorcycle that is equipped with handlebars so positioned that the hands of the driver, when upon the grips, are more than six inches above his or her shoulder height when sitting astride the seat. Handlebar HeightCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightArkansasARUS6/6/12
28-964C. Handlebars such that the hands of the operator are not above the operator's shoulder height when the operator is sitting astride the seat and the operator's hands are on the handlebar grips. Handlebar HeightArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seatHandlebar HeightAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredState Insurance RequirementsMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Maximum of 30" above seatHandlebar HeightWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seat; MO State Highway Patrol: Motor Vehicle Inspection Manual, p. 66 (C), (2) Handlebar HeightMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Maximum of 15" above seat; Code of Ala. 32-5A-244(b)Handlebar HeightAlabamaALUS6/12/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/20)State Insurance RequirementsWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10) - Financial responsibility required.State Insurance RequirementsWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10)State Insurance RequirementsWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12

Required as of July 28, 2019 (https://www.insurance.wa.gov/washington-states-mandatory-automotorcycle-insurance-law)

State Insurance RequirementsWashingtonWAUS8/2/19
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/20) - Insurance or $500 uninsured motor vehicle fee required. State Insurance RequirementsVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/50/10)State Insurance RequirementsVermontVTUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/15 or $65,000 single limit)State Insurance RequirementsUtahUTUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/25) State Insurance RequirementsTexasTXUS6/6/12
Effective January 1, 2011
$30,000 for each injured person, up to a total of $60,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage per accident. Drivers will be required to comply with the new limits as their policies are issued or renewed on or after the effective dates. 		State Insurance RequirementsTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/25)State Insurance RequirementsSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/10)
Graduates of rider education program may apply for reduction in motorcycle insurance rates. 		State Insurance RequirementsSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/25 or $75,000 single limit)State Insurance RequirementsRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/5)State Insurance RequirementsPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12

Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/20)

State Insurance RequirementsOregonORUS8/7/14
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(10/20/10) - Insurance discount available for 3 years following completion of motorcycle accident prevention course. Excludes graduates attending pursuant to court order.State Insurance RequirementsOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(12.5/25/7.5)State Insurance RequirementsOhioOHUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/25)State Insurance RequirementsNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(30/60/25) - Insurance companies may apply to Insurance Bureau for insurance discount for rider education course graduates.State Insurance RequirementsNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10) - Minimum limits where death results are 50/100.State Insurance RequirementsNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10)State Insurance RequirementsNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/5)State Insurance RequirementsNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/25) - Financial responsibility required. Persons under 18 must show proof of insurance when applying for driver's license.State Insurance RequirementsNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/10)State Insurance RequirementsNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/25) State Insurance RequirementsNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
If manufactured after 1/1/06 - 96dBA @ 20 inches Maximum Sound LevelOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required by law Operator LicenseOhioOHUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationOhioOHUS6/6/12
Direct supervision of a person less that 16 and at least 12 required by a person who is 18 and properly licensedMinimum Operator AgeOhioOHUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionOhioOHUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12

Required by law for ATV's only unless registered in another state or used exclusively on private land or for racing. 

RegistrationNorth DakotaNDUS12/21/17
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required by law for ATV's only MufflerNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required by law for ATV's only TaillightNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required by law for ATV's only HeadlightNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required by law for ATV's only Operator LicenseNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required if 12 years of age and not licensed for ATV's onlyRider Education CertificationNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Not allowed under 12 years of age for ATV's only - Operator between the ages of 12 & 16 must have safety certificate for ATV's onlyMinimum Operator AgeNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required under age 18 for ATV's onlySafety HelmetNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required by law. MufflerNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required after sunset. TaillightNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required after sunset. HeadlightNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required for ATV if child was born after January 1, 1990.Rider Education CertificationNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Under 16 can only operate if 90cc or less. Under 12 can only operate if 70cc or less. (Minimum operator age is 8 years old. (ATV's only) Minimum Operator AgeNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Not Required - Required for ATV's only Eye ProtectionNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Must carry liability insuranceOperator LicenseNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Required if operator is at least 10 years old, but less than 16Rider Education CertificationNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Direct supervision of a person 18 or older if under the age of 16Minimum Operator AgeNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Required by law Safety HelmetNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Available Trails ProgramNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required - USFS approved spark arrestors.Spark ArrestorNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12

Required if darkness causes visibility < 500 feet

TaillightNew MexicoNMUS12/21/17

Required if darkness causes visibility < 500 feet

HeadlightNew MexicoNMUS12/21/17
Not Required Operator LicenseNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required under the age of 18 Rider Education CertificationNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12

OHV operators < 18 must have protective eyewear and a helmet, those 10-18 must also have visual supervision by a parent or guardian, those < 10 must also have an age-appropriate OHV. 

Minimum Operator AgeNew MexicoNMUS12/21/17

All riders under the age of 18 must wear protective eyewear.

Eye ProtectionNew MexicoNMUS12/21/17
Not AvailableTrails ProgramNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Must carry liability insuranceOperator LicenseNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Rider Education CertificationNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Under age 16 can only operate if 90cc or less - Not allowed on public lands if under age 14Minimum Operator AgeNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required by law Safety HelmetNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required by law - Refer to this link: Laws Digest RegistrationNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Over 12 must have safety certificate or drivers licenseOperator LicenseNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required if 12 year of age and not licensedRider Education CertificationNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Under age 14 must be accompanied by a licensed adult over 18Minimum Operator AgeNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Eye ProtectionNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramNevadaNVUS6/6/12

Title and registration required.

Registration on an off-highway vehicle is not required if the vehicle is registered or certified in another state and is located in the state for not more than 15 days.

Vehicle TitleNevadaNVUS8/7/14

Required

RegistrationNevadaNVUS2/14/18

Required 

Spark ArrestorNevadaNVUS2/14/18

Varies

Maximum Sound LevelNevadaNVUS2/14/18

Required

MufflerNevadaNVUS2/13/18

Required for nighttime operation.

TaillightNevadaNVUS8/7/14

Required for nighttime operation.

HeadlightNevadaNVUS8/7/14
Not RequiredOperator LicenseNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationNevadaNVUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationMontanaMTUS6/6/12
96dba measured at 20 inchesMaximum Sound LevelMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerMontanaMTUS6/6/12

Required only id operated on public roads.

TaillightMontanaMTUS12/21/17

Required only for use on public roads. 

HeadlightMontanaMTUS12/21/17

Required only if operating on public roads.

Operator LicenseMontanaMTUS12/21/17
VoluntaryRider Education CertificationMontanaMTUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorMissouriMOUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Required for riders and passengers under age 16 who ride on public lands. Effective July 1, 2011Rider Education CertificationMississippiMSUS6/6/12
All riders and passengers under age 16 who ride on public lands to wear a helmet and complete a safety course. Effective July, 1, 2011 Minimum Operator AgeMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionMississippiMSUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
ATV: 99dba @ 20 Inches/ OHV: 96dba @ 20 Inches Maximum Sound LevelMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Lighted at all times if so equippedTaillightMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Lighted at all times if so equippedHeadlightMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required if under 16 years of ageRider Education CertificationMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Under 12 requires supervision by a person the age of 18 on public landsMinimum Operator AgeMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required by law Eye ProtectionMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required if under 16 years of ageRider Education CertificationMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Under 16 years of age cannot operate a three-wheeled ATV - Direct supervision of a person 18 or older if under 16 - Under age 10 not allowed to operate 4-wheel ATVMinimum Operator AgeMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required by law Eye ProtectionMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not permitted under age 10. Ages 10 to 14 require direct supervision of an adult. Minimum Operator AgeMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Required by law Safety HelmetMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Not allowed under 12 years of age on public lands - Must have operator's license or learners permit Minimum Operator AgeMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionMarylandMDUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramMaineMEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required for ATV's onlyTaillightMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required for ATV's onlyHeadlightMaineMEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required if under 16 years of ageRider Education CertificationMaineMEUS6/6/12
Must be supervised by a licensed adult if under age 15. Not allowed on public land if under age 10Minimum Operator AgeMaineMEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Safety HelmetMaineMEUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Required by law.Vehicle TitleLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Required by law except street-registered OHMs and OHMs in races. RegistrationLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Sound level shall not exceed 99dba at 20 inchesMaximum Sound LevelPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicensePennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required if under 16 years of ageRider Education CertificationPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12

ATV Program, Ride ATV Oregon

Trails ProgramOregonORUS8/7/14
Required by law RegistrationOregonORUS6/6/12
Required Spark ArrestorOregonORUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required by law.Spark ArrestorNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
96dBA @ 20 inches Maximum Sound LevelNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
96dba @ 20 inchesMaximum Sound LevelNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Under age 16 can only operateif 90cc or less - Under age 12 can only operate if 70cc or less and direct parental supervision Minimum Operator AgeKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorKansasKSUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required after sunset MufflerKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramIowaIAUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleIowaIAUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationIowaIAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorIowaIAUS6/6/12
86dba measured at 50 feetMaximum Sound LevelIowaIAUS6/6/12
No RestrictionsHandlebar HeightColoradoCOUS6/6/12
No rider under 18 may carry a passenger, even on OHVs specifically designed for two personsPassengersNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
There is a 10MPH speed limit within 200ft. of a business, person, horseback rider or occupied dwelling. OHVs may not be operated on any paved street or highway, except to cross a street or highway after coming to a complete stop and yielding to traffic. Speed LimitNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Yes; California Civil Code 1793.22(9)(e)(2) open window and scroll down.Lemon Law CoverageCaliforniaCAUS1/7/13
No; Statute definitions expressly include four wheel vehicles only. Lemon Law CoverageAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Yes; Code of Ala. Section 8-20A-2 Lemon Law CoverageAlabamaALUS6/6/12
No; motorcycles specifically excluded under Arkansas Title 4, Chapter 90, Section 403 Lemon Law CoverageArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerIowaIAUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightIowaIAUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightIowaIAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseIowaIAUS6/6/12
Required if under 16 years of age - Required for ATV riders under age 18 Rider Education CertificationIowaIAUS6/6/12
Required on funded OHV parks.Safety HelmetIowaIAUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required by law. Vehicle TitleIndianaINUS6/6/12

Required by law

RegistrationIndianaINUS12/21/17

Not required

 

Spark ArrestorIndianaINUS12/21/17
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerIndianaINUS6/6/12

Required after sunset, on highway or road side

TaillightIndianaINUS12/21/17

Required after sunset, at all times on highway or road side

HeadlightIndianaINUS12/21/17

If operating on a controlled access highway or facility

Operator LicenseIndianaINUS12/21/17
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationIndianaINUS6/6/12
Direct supervision of and adult if under age 14Minimum Operator AgeIndianaINUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorIllinoisILUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationIllinoisILUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetIllinoisILUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Required by lawVehicle TitleIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorIdahoIDUS6/6/12
96dba - measured at 20 inchesMaximum Sound LevelIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationIdahoIDUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Direct supervision of a person 18 or older if under age 16Minimum Operator AgeMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorMississippiMSUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelMississippiMSUS6/6/12
94dba measured at 20 inches Maximum Sound LevelMichiganMIUS6/6/12
84dba measured at 50 feetMaximum Sound LevelMarylandMDUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionIndianaINUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required by law Eye ProtectionGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Not Required Safety HelmetGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Available Trails ProgramFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Required Vehicle TitleFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Not Required RegistrationFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorDelawareDEUS6/6/12
88dba at 60% maximum throttle at 50 feetMaximum Sound LevelDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Required by law Rider Education CertificationDelawareDEUS6/6/12

No under 18 can carry passengers, no one under 18 can be a passenger unless ATV is designed for two.  148th General Assembly.  SB 69.

Minimum Operator AgeDelawareDEUS1/18/17
Not RequiredEye ProtectionDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Cannot make excessive or unusual noiseMaximum Sound LevelConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Not required on a machine of 90cc or less and cannot be operated after darkTaillightConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Not required on a machine of 90cc or less and cannot be operated after darkHeadlightConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Rider Education CertificationConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Not allowed under 12 years of age on public lands. Direct supervision of a person less that 16 and at least 12 required by a person who is 18 and properly licensed. Minimum Operator AgeConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorColoradoCOUS6/6/12
84 dba at 50 feet Maximum Sound LevelColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationColoradoCOUS6/6/12
10 years of age and younger are prohibited from operating an OHV on Public Roads. Minimum Operator AgeColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionColoradoCOUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12

Required

Vehicle TitleCaliforniaCAUS8/7/14
Required by law Spark ArrestorCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
96dB for all motorcycles manufactured on or after January 1, 1986. 98dB allowed for machines manufactured prior to January 1, 1986. Maximum Sound LevelCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Required for ATV riders under age 16.Rider Education CertificationCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Operator must be able to reach all controls. Safety Certificate required under age 18 for ATV's only.Minimum Operator AgeCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12

Required by law for ATV's only.

Safety HelmetCaliforniaCAUS8/7/14
Not AvailableTrails ProgramArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorArkansasARUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightArkansasARUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseArkansasARUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationArkansasARUS6/6/12
Under age 12 requires supervision by person age 18 on public landsMinimum Operator AgeArkansasARUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionArkansasARUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleArizonaAZUS6/6/12

Residents and non-residents are required to purchase OHV decals to ride on public lands. The cost is $25 (plus a processing fee) and are good for one year from the purchase date. Resident OHV decals can be purchased at any Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division office or at www.servicearizona.com. Non-resident OHV decals can only be purchased online through an Arizona Game and Fish Department portal account, which can be created at www.azgfd.gov. Decals are not transferable and will be mailed within two to three weeks from the date of purchase. Purchasers can show their emailed receipt (or a screenshot of it) for up to 30 days as proof of purchase. Owners/riders must have the receipt readily available if requested by law enforcement or until they receive their decal. Exemptions from the law include those participating in OHV special events; operating on private land; loading or unloading from a vehicle; operating during an emergency, if directed by a law enforcement officer; or if the OHV displays a valid dealer license plate.

RegistrationArizonaAZUS9/3/19
Required on State & Federal landsSpark ArrestorArizonaAZUS6/6/12

96 dB

Maximum Sound LevelArizonaAZUS8/7/14

Required; must prevent sound above 96 decibels during prescribed stationary sound testing.

MufflerArizonaAZUS5/5/14

Required for use if the OHV is operated between one half-hour after sunset and one half-hour before sunrise.

TaillightArizonaAZUS8/7/14

Required for use if the OHV is operated between one half-hour after sunset and one half-hour before sunrise.

HeadlightArizonaAZUS8/7/14
Not RequiredOperator LicenseArizonaAZUS6/6/12
VoluntaryRider Education CertificationArizonaAZUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleAlabamaALUS6/6/12

Alabama Trails Commission.  2016 SB 54.

Trails ProgramAlabamaALUS1/19/17
Required by Law Spark ArrestorFloridaFLUS6/6/12
On and after July 1, 2008, off-highway vehicles, when operating shall be equipped with a silencer or other device which limits sound emissions. Exhaust noise must not exceed 96 decibels in the A-weighting scale for vehicles manufactured after January 1, 1986, or 99 decibels in the A-weighting scale for vehicles manufactured before January 1, 1986, when measured from a distance of 20 inches using test procedures established by the Society of Automotive Engineers under Standard J-1287. Maximum Sound LevelFloridaFLUS6/6/12
An OHV must be equipped with a spark arrestor that is approved by the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, a braking system, and a muffler all in operating condition.MufflerFloridaFLUS6/6/12
An OHV that is operated between sunset and sun rise, or when visibility is reduced because of rain, smoke, smog must display a lighted head lam and tail lamp unless the use of such lights is prohibited by other laws such as a prohibition on the use of lights when hunting at night.TaillightFloridaFLUS6/6/12
An OHV that is operated between sunset and sun rise, or when visibility is reduced because of rain, smoke, smog must display a lighted head lam and tail lamp unless the use of such lights is prohibited by other laws such as a prohibition on the use of lights when hunting at night.HeadlightFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Effective July 1, 2008 while operating an off-highway vehicle , a person who has not attained 16 years of age must have in his or her possession a certificate evidencing the satisfactory completion of an approved OHV safety course in this state or another jurisdiction. A nonresident who has not attained 16 years of age and who is in the state temporarily for period not to exceed 30 days is exempt from this subsection. Rider Education CertificationFloridaFLUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Required if under age 16 and ATV's onlyEye ProtectionFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationArkansasARUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationAlabamaALUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.MufflerAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not requiredTurn SignalsPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
No restrictionsRadar DetectorPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
One required by law Mirror Left(L) Right(R)Puerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
Required by lawPeriodic Safety InspectionPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
No restrictionsHelmet SpeakersPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
Required by lawDaytime Use of HeadlightPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
Required by lawEye ProtectionPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12

Required if the candidate does not pass the theoretical and practical examination the first time they take them.

Rider EducationPuerto RicoPRUS8/12/14
Not requiredTurn SignalsDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Prohibited to use or possessRadar DetectorDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
One on left side requiredMirror Left(L) Right(R)District of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12

Not required

Periodic Safety InspectionDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/28/17
No restrictionsHelmet SpeakersDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreenEye ProtectionDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Required.MufflerColoradoCOUS6/6/12

Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 ft from center lane of travel.
Maximum Noise Levels=35mph
Before 1/1/1975 82dba/86dba
On or after 1/1/1975 80dba/84dba
Sec. 14-80a

Maximum Sound LevelConnecticutCTUS5/2/14

Muffler required, baffles required, no cut-outs or straight pipes; Sec. 14-80

MufflerConnecticutCTUS5/2/14
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 ft from center lane of travel or 20" from exhaust outlet (Sec. 71-II-4. Allowable Noise Levels): 1) Highway Operation less than 35mph--78-80dba; 2) Highway Operation above 35mph--82-84dba; 3)Stationary at 50ft 78-80dba; 4)Stationary at 20"--95dba.Maximum Sound LevelDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Not availableRider EducationDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Required by law (to view, click "view text" and download Word file); Washington DC Municipal Regulations, Rule: 18-2215 Safety HelmetDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not requiredTurn SignalsWyomingWYUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorWyomingWYUS6/6/12
One required by law; Wyoming Statutes, 31-5-954 (a) Mirror Left(L) Right(R)WyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not Required Periodic Safety InspectionWyomingWYUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersWyomingWYUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Wyoming Statutes, 31-5-115 (m) Passenger FootrestWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Wyoming Statutes, 31-5-115 (a) Passenger SeatWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Required by law; Wis. 347.15Turn SignalsWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
One required by law; Wis. 347.40 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)WisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required by law-randomPeriodic Safety InspectionWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Wis. 346.595 (3) Passenger FootrestWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Wis. 346.595 (3m) Passenger SeatWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Daytime use of headlight required per state law; Wisconsin Statutes, 346.595 (5)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required unless motorcycle is equipped with a windscreen that extends to at least 15" above the handlebars; Wis. 347.485 (2)Eye ProtectionWisconsinWIUS8/27/12
Required by law under age 18, required for instructional permit holders; Wisconsin Statutes, Chapter 347, Section 347.485 Safety HelmetWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required by law; West Virginia Code, 17C-15-18 (b) Turn SignalsWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
One required by law; West Virginia Code, 17C-15-44 (e) Mirror Left(L) Right(R)West VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required by law; West Virginia Code, 17C-16-3 Periodic Safety InspectionWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; West Virginia Code, 17C-15-44 (d) Passenger FootrestWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; West Virginia Code, 17C-15-44 (d) Passenger SeatWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Daytime use of headlight required per state law; West Virginia Code, 17C-15-2
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required by law West Virginia Code, 17C-15-44 (b) Eye ProtectionWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; West Virginia Code, 17B-1D Rider EducationWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Two required by law (with special exceptions: see statute); R.C.W. 46.37.530Mirror Left(L) Right(R)WashingtonWAUS1/25/13
Required by law-randomPeriodic Safety InspectionWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Prohibits passenger under age 5; WA Attorney General Passenger Age RestrictionWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; R.C.W. 46.61.610 Passenger FootrestWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; R.C.W. 46.61.610Passenger SeatWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Daytime use of headlight required per state law; R.C.W. 46.37.522
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; R.C.W. 46.37.530(b) Eye ProtectionWashingtonWAUS6/6/12

Skills test required for all new riders https://www.dol.wa.gov/driverslicense/motoendorsement.html

Rider EducationWashingtonWAUS1/9/20
Not Required Turn SignalsVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Prohibited; 46.2-1079 Radar DetectorVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
One required by law; 46.2-1082 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)VirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Required; 46.2-1157 Periodic Safety InspectionVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
For communication purposes only; 46.2-1078Helmet SpeakersVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; 46.2-909 Passenger FootrestVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; 46.2-909 Passenger SeatVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; Code of Virginia 46.2-910 Eye ProtectionVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; VA DOTRider EducationVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Required by lawTurn SignalsVermontVTUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required by lawPeriodic Safety InspectionVermontVTUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersVermontVTUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; VS 1117 Passenger FootrestVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; VS 1114 Passenger SeatVermontVTUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; VS 1257 Eye ProtectionVermontVTUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; Vermont Agency of Transportation Rider EducationVermontVTUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsUtahUTUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorUtahUTUS6/6/12
One on the left side, required by law; 41-6a-1627 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)UtahUTUS6/6/12
No Restriction Helmet SpeakersUtahUTUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; 41-6a-1504 Passenger FootrestUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; 41-6a-1501 Passenger SeatUtahUTUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightUtahUTUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionUtahUTUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; UT Dept. of Public Safety Scroll down for approved schools.Rider EducationUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18; Utah Code, Title 41, Chapter 6a, Section 1505 Safety HelmetUtahUTUS6/6/12

Not required

Turn SignalsTexasTXUS5/7/13
No Restriction Radar DetectorTexasTXUS6/6/12
One required by law; TX Transportation Code 547.602 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)TexasTXUS6/6/12
Required by law; TX Transportation Code 548 Periodic Safety InspectionTexasTXUS6/6/12
Prohibits passengers under age 5, unless seated in a sidecar attached to the motorcycle; TX Transportation Code 545.416 (d),(e) Passenger Age RestrictionTexasTXUS6/6/12

Passenger Footrest Required under Sec. 545.416 (b)

Passenger FootrestTexasTXUS1/6/15
Required if carrying a passenger; TX Transportation Code 545.416 (b),(c) Passenger SeatTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required unless motorcycle is manufactured prior to 1975; TX Transportation Code 507.801 (d)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightTexasTXUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionTexasTXUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18; TX Transportation Code 521.224 Rider EducationTexasTXUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
One required by law; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-9-305 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)TennesseeTNUS6/6/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
No Restriction Helmet SpeakersTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-9-305 Passenger FootrestTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-8-164(a) Passenger SeatTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required by state law; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-8-164(b)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-9-304Eye ProtectionTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-51-102 Rider EducationTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required by law; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tennessee Code Annotated 55-9-302 Safety HelmetTennesseeTNUS6/6/12

Not required; SD 32-15-13.

Turn SignalsSouth DakotaSDUS6/15/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
One required by law; S.D. 32-15-8 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)South DakotaSDUS6/6/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; S.D. 32-20-6.1 Passenger SeatSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; S.D. 32-20-4.1 Eye ProtectionSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; South Dakota Safety Council Rider EducationSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
One required by law; click then scroll down to S.C. Code 56-5-3650 (b) Mirror Left(L) Right(R)South CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
N/APeriodic Safety InspectionSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; click then scroll down to S.C. Code 56-5-3650 (a) Passenger FootrestSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Required by state law; click then scroll down to S.C. Code 56-5-4460
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 21, unless equipped with windscreen; click then scroll down to S.C. Code 56-5-3670 & 3680 Eye ProtectionSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not Available Rider EducationSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 21, reflectorization required; click then scroll down to South Carolina Code of Laws 56-5-3660 Safety HelmetSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
One required by law; RI 31-10.1-4 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)Rhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required by law; RI 31-10.1-7 Periodic Safety InspectionRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12

Permissible RI 31-23-51 (b)(2) if the speaker does not make direct contact with ear and allow for unimpaired hearing.

Helmet SpeakersRhode IslandRIUS2/17/15
NonePassenger Age RestrictionRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; RI 31-10.1-6 Passenger FootrestRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; RI 31-10.1-6 Passenger SeatRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionAlabamaALUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersAlabamaALUS6/6/12
One required by law Mirror Left(L) Right(R)ConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Required by law - randomPeriodic Safety InspectionConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
No restrictionsHelmet SpeakersConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionConnecticutCTUS6/6/12

Required if carrying a passenger; Sec. 14-289c

Passenger FootrestConnecticutCTUS5/2/14

Required if carrying a passenger; Sec. 14-289a

Passenger SeatConnecticutCTUS5/2/14

Required by state law for vehicles manufactured during or after 1980 CT Statutes, Section 5, Title 14: Ch. 248, Sec. 14-289b (c)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108

Daytime Use of HeadlightConnecticutCTUS10/19/16

Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; CT Statutes, Section 5, Title 14: Ch. 248, Sec. 14-289d

Eye ProtectionConnecticutCTUS4/14/14

Required for all eligible applicants; Conn DOT

Rider EducationConnecticutCTUS6/8/18
Not requiredTurn SignalsColoradoCOUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorColoradoCOUS6/6/12

One required by law; C.R.S. 42-4-226

Mirror Left(L) Right(R)ColoradoCOUS3/27/14
Required by law - randomPeriodic Safety InspectionColoradoCOUS6/6/12
No restrictionsHelmet SpeakersColoradoCOUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required by lawEye ProtectionColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicantsRider EducationColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required by lawTurn SignalsCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
One required by law; California Vehicle Code Section 26709 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)CaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
When required for safetyTaillightRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
99 dBA - Stationary Test at 20 inches. Note: This figure is the maximum sound level. Standards vary from city to city and county to county. Maximum Sound LevelOregonORUS6/6/12

Operating muffler and exhaust system under 99 db

Note: in the Oregon Coast dunes, a vehicle's muffler must be at or below 93-97 db, depending on the area.

MufflerOregonORUS8/7/14
Required after sunsetTaillightOregonORUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightOregonORUS6/6/12

All operators must possess a valid OPRD ATV Safety Education Card.  Youth under 16 must also have hands-on training. 

Ride ATV Oregon

Rider Education CertificationOregonORUS8/7/14
ATV's: No minimum age, based on Rider Fit Criteria. Motorcycles: 7 years oldMinimum Operator AgeOregonORUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionOregonORUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Required by Law Vehicle TitleOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Voluntary RegistrationOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
No Limit Maximum Sound LevelOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Required under age 18.Safety HelmetOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationOhioOHUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Required by law Rider Education CertificationTexasTXUS6/6/12
Direct supervision of an adult if under the age of 14Minimum Operator AgeTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required by law Eye ProtectionTexasTXUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
When required for safetyHeadlightRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required by law Eye ProtectionRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12

Separate snowmobile and ATV programs run from dedicated accounts.  2015 Session SB 648.

Trails ProgramPennsylvaniaPAUS1/19/17
Required by law Vehicle TitlePennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
No RequiredSafety HelmetDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorTexasTXUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Required by law Eye ProtectionSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Safety HelmetSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightTexasTXUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorUtahUTUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMaximum Sound LevelUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerUtahUTUS6/6/12

Required after sunset or if operated on public roads

TaillightUtahUTUS12/22/17

Required after sunset or if operated on public roads

HeadlightUtahUTUS12/22/17
Required if not in possession of a valid safety certificationOperator LicenseUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required if no drivers licenseRider Education CertificationUtahUTUS6/6/12
Operation by persons under age 8 prohibited on public lands - Operator who is between ages 8 and 16 must have safety certificateMinimum Operator AgeUtahUTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionUtahUTUS6/6/12
Not Available Trails ProgramTexasTXUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationTexasTXUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Under 16 can only operate if 90cc or less. Under 12 can only operate if 70cc or less.Minimum Operator AgeVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorVermontVTUS6/6/12
Measured at 50 feet - 82dbaMaximum Sound LevelVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightVermontVTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Rider Education CertificationVermontVTUS6/6/12
Under age 12 requires supervisioni by a person 18 years old on public landsMinimum Operator AgeVermontVTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionVermontVTUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetVermontVTUS6/6/12
Yes, Available Trails ProgramUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
96 dBA @ 20 inchesMaximum Sound LevelWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Operators between ages 12 & 16 must have safety certificateRider Education CertificationWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Under age 12 requires supervision by a person 18 years old on public landsMinimum Operator AgeWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required by law Vehicle TitleWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetTaillightWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required after sunsetHeadlightWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required under age 18 Rider Education CertificationWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required under the age of 18 Safety HelmetWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Required by law. Vehicle TitleVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Yes, Available Trails ProgramWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Required by law Spark ArrestorWyomingWYUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Required by law MufflerWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationWyomingWYUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetWyomingWYUS6/6/12
AvailableTrails ProgramWisconsinWIUS6/6/12

ORV facilities are funded by the Non-highway and Off-road Vehicle Activities account

Trails ProgramWashingtonWAUS8/8/14

Required

Vehicle TitleWashingtonWAUS8/8/14

Required

RegistrationWashingtonWAUS8/8/14

Required

Spark ArrestorWashingtonWAUS8/8/14

86 dba measured at 50 feet or 105 dba at 20 inches

Maximum Sound LevelWashingtonWAUS8/8/14

Required

MufflerWashingtonWAUS8/8/14

Required between dusk and dawn

TaillightWashingtonWAUS8/8/14

Required between dusk and dawn

HeadlightWashingtonWAUS8/8/14
Not RequiredOperator LicenseWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationWashingtonWAUS6/6/12

Must be 13 years old to operate, persons under 13 may operate under direct supervision of a person 18 or older possessing a valid drivers license.

Minimum Operator AgeWashingtonWAUS1/23/17
Not RequiredEye ProtectionWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Not AvailableTrails ProgramDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Required by lawVehicle TitleDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not LimitMaximum Sound LevelDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants-required for first-time applicants; RI 31-10.1-1.1, RI 31-10.1-1.2Rider EducationRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 21 and novice riders, required for passengers; Rhode Island General Laws, Title 31, Chapter 31-10.1, Section 31-10.1-4 Safety HelmetRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required; PA Vehicle Code 4534 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)PennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required by law; PA Vehicle Code 4708 Periodic Safety InspectionPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
For communication purposes only; PA Vehicle Code 3314 Helmet SpeakersPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; PA Vehicle Code 3524 Passenger FootrestPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; PA Vehicle Code 3522 Passenger SeatPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required for motorcycles built after 1986; PA Vehicle Code 3526 Daytime Use of HeadlightPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required by law; PA Vehicle Code 3525(b) Eye ProtectionPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; PA Vehicle Code 7911 Rider EducationPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12

Required by law; O.R.S. 816.320
Motorcycles manufactured before 1973 are not required to be equipped with turn signals; O.R.S. 816.340

Turn SignalsOregonORUS5/2/14
No Restriction Radar DetectorOregonORUS6/6/12
One required by law; O.R.S. 815.235 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)OregonORUS6/6/12

Required by law-random; O.R.S. 815.015

Periodic Safety InspectionOregonORUS5/2/14
No State Restrictions.
(Some cities have city ordinances disallowing the use of headsets or speakers for all vehicles.) 		Helmet SpeakersOregonORUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionOregonORUS6/6/12

Required if carrying a passenger; O.R.S. 814.325

Passenger FootrestOregonORUS8/7/14

Required if carrying a passenger; O.R.S. 814.325

Passenger SeatOregonORUS5/2/14
Required by state law; O.R.S. 814.320
Modulating headlight permitted by Oregon Statute 816.050 		Daytime Use of HeadlightOregonORUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionOregonORUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRider Education CertificationAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Required on all model year 2005 Required by state law; OK Statute 47-12-606 Turn SignalsOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Two required by law; OK Statute 47-12-609 (1) Mirror Left(L) Right(R)OklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not Required, although Law enforcement may, upon reasonable cause to believe that a vehicle is unsafe or not properly equipped as required, require that the driver of the vehicle stop and submit the vehicle to an inspection by the officer. Periodic Safety InspectionOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; OK Statute 47-11-1103 Passenger FootrestOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; OK Statute 47-11-1103 Passenger SeatOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; OK Statute 47-12-609 Eye ProtectionOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Not Available. However, the MSF does offer rider courses in Oklahoma.
In addition, the city of Edmond, OK offers a grant funded Civilian Motorcycle School 		Rider EducationOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18; Oklahoma Statutes Title 47, Section 47-12-609, 6, B (to view scroll down to title 47 and download file) Safety HelmetOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Required if manufactured in or after 1968; ORC 4513.26 (2) Turn SignalsOhioOHUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorOhioOHUS6/6/12
One required by law; ORC 4513.23 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)OhioOHUS6/6/12
Required by law - random; ORC 4513.02 Periodic Safety InspectionOhioOHUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersOhioOHUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; ORC 4511.53 (b) Passenger SeatOhioOHUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightOhioOHUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria. Maximum Sound LevelAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightAlabamaALUS6/6/12

Not Required

Eye ProtectionAlabamaALUS8/2/19
Not AvailableTrails ProgramAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.MufflerAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTaillightAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredHeadlightAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not RequiredOperator LicenseAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
Daytime use of headlight required per state law; Wyoming Statutes, 31-5-115 (p)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; Wyoming Statutes, 31-5-15 Rider EducationWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Required if originally equipped; R.C.W. 46.37.070 Turn SignalsWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
One required by law Mirror Left(L) Right(R)VermontVTUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
No Restriction Daytime Use of HeadlightRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12

Before January 1, 2015, mandatory for all first-time applicants under 61 years of age; effective January 1, 2015, mandatory for all first-time applicants.

Rider EducationOregonORUS6/2/14
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; ORC 4511.53 (b) Eye ProtectionOhioOHUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants -required under age 18; Motorcycle Ohio Rider EducationOhioOHUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
One required by law; N.D. C.C. 39-27-09 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)North DakotaNDUS6/6/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; N.D. C.C. 39-10.2-05 Passenger FootrestNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; N.D. C.C. 39-10.2-02 Passenger SeatNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 16; N.D. C.C. 39-06-14 3, c, (1)-(3) Rider EducationNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12

One required by law; N.C.G.S. 20-126 (c)

Mirror Left(L) Right(R)North CarolinaNCUS2/13/17
Required by law; N.C.G.S. 20-183 Periodic Safety InspectionNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; N.C.G.S. 20-140 (1) Passenger FootrestNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; N.C.G.S. 20-140 (1) Passenger SeatNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required by state law N.C.G.S. 20-129 (c)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108		Daytime Use of HeadlightNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; North Carolina Motorcycle Safety Education ProgramRider EducationNorth CarolinaNCUS8/27/12
Required by law; North Carolina General Statutes, 20-140.4 Safety HelmetNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required if manufactured in 1985 or after Turn SignalsNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorNew YorkNYUS6/6/12

One required by law

Mirror Left(L) Right(R)New YorkNYUS5/6/15
Required by lawPeriodic Safety InspectionNew YorkNYUS6/6/12

Single earphone only

Helmet SpeakersNew YorkNYUS5/6/15
NonePassenger Age RestrictionNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestNew YorkNYUS6/6/12

Required if carrying a passenger

Passenger SeatNew YorkNYUS5/6/15
Required by law-
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightNew YorkNYUS6/6/12

Required by law

Eye ProtectionNew YorkNYUS5/6/15
Available for all eligible applicants; NY Dept. of Health Rider EducationNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Not requiredTurn SignalsNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
One required by law; NM Statues 66-7-845 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)New MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required by law-randomPeriodic Safety InspectionNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; NM Statues 66-7-355 (A) Passenger FootrestNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; NM Statues 66-7-355 (A) Passenger SeatNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required unless equipped with windshield; NM Statues 66-7-355 (B) Eye ProtectionNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18; New Mexico Motorcycle Safety Program Rider EducationNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Required by law under age of 18, reflectorization required; NM Statutes 66-7-356 Safety HelmetNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
One required by law Mirror Left(L) Right(R)New JerseyNJUS6/6/12

Exempt by Law - N.J. Stat. § 39:8-1

Periodic Safety InspectionNew JerseyNJUS1/18/13
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12

Not required if the motorcycle is equipped with a wind screen meeting specifications established by the director, or if a three-wheeled motorcycle meeting certain requirements. N.J. Stat. §39:3-76.7, §39:3-76.8, §39:3-76.9

Eye ProtectionNew JerseyNJUS5/14/13

Not Available

Rider EducationNew JerseyNJUS12/3/13
Required by law unless manufactured prior to January 1, 1973; NH 266:42 Turn SignalsNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required by law; NH 266:1 Periodic Safety InspectionNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; NH 266:78 Passenger FootrestNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; NH 265:120 Passenger SeatNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12

Required unless equipped with a windscreen.

Eye ProtectionNew HampshireNHUS5/14/13
Available for all eligible applicants; NH Dept. of SafetyRider EducationNew HampshireNHUS1/11/13
Required by law under age 18; New Hampshire Revised Statutes, Title XXI, Chapter 265, Section 265:122 Safety HelmetNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required if manufactured in 1973 or after; NRS 486.271 Turn SignalsNevadaNVUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Two required by law; NRS 486.311 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)NevadaNVUS6/6/12
Not Required Periodic Safety InspectionNevadaNVUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersNevadaNVUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; NRS 486.181 (3) Passenger FootrestNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; NRS 486.181 (1) Passenger SeatNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; NRS 486.231 Eye ProtectionNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; NV Dept. of Public Safety Rider EducationNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
None required Mirror Left(L) Right(R)NebraskaNEUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; NRS 60-6,307 (5) Passenger FootrestNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; NRS 60-6,307 (1) Passenger SeatNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; Nebraska Office of Highway Safety Rider EducationNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Required by law; Nebraska Revised Statute 60-6,279 Safety HelmetNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredTurn SignalsMontanaMTUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorMontanaMTUS6/6/12
One required by law; Mont. Code Ann. 61-9-404 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)MontanaMTUS6/6/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionMontanaMTUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersMontanaMTUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Mont. Code Ann. 61-8-359 (1) Passenger SeatMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Required by state law; Mont. Code Ann. 61-8-359 (5)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108
Daytime Use of HeadlightMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; Montana Motorcycle Safety Program Rider EducationMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsMissouriMOUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorMissouriMOUS6/6/12
None Required Mirror Left(L) Right(R)MissouriMOUS6/6/12
Required by law; Missouri Department of Revenue Periodic Safety InspectionMissouriMOUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not Required Passenger FootrestMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not Required Passenger SeatMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionMissouriMOUS6/6/12

Available for all eligible applicants; Missouri Motorcycle Safety Program

Rider EducationMissouriMOUS5/2/14

Required by law; M.R.S. Section 302.020. 2

Safety HelmetMissouriMOUS8/23/16
Not Required Turn SignalsMississippiMSUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorMississippiMSUS6/6/12
None Required Mirror Left(L) Right(R)MississippiMSUS6/6/12
Required by lawPeriodic Safety InspectionMississippiMSUS5/9/17
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not Available Rider EducationMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
One required by law; 169.974, 3 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)MinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required by law - random; 169.771 Periodic Safety InspectionMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Single earphone only; 169.471Helmet SpeakersMinnesotaMNUS1/10/13
NonePassenger Age RestrictionMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; 169.974, 3 Passenger FootrestMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; 169.974, 5(a) Passenger SeatMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required by state law; 169.974, 5(i) Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108Daytime Use of HeadlightMinnesotaMNUS1/10/13
Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18; MN Dept. of Traffic Safety Rider EducationMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18, required for instructional permit holders; Minnesota Statutes Section 169.974, subsection 4 Safety HelmetMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsMichiganMIUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorMichiganMIUS6/6/12
One required by law; MI Vehicle Code 257.708 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)MichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required by law - random; MI Vehicle Code 257.715 Periodic Safety InspectionMichiganMIUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersMichiganMIUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; MI Vehicle Code 257.658a Passenger FootrestMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; MI Vehicle Code 257.658a Passenger SeatMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen. Required at speeds over 35 mph; MI Vehicle Code 257.708a Eye ProtectionMichiganMIUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not Required Passenger FootrestMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not Required Passenger SeatMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightMississippiMSUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Two required by law Mirror Left(L) Right(R)MarylandMDUS6/6/12
Required by law-upon title transferPeriodic Safety InspectionMarylandMDUS6/6/12

Not prohibited; Maryland Trans. Code Section 21-1120.

Helmet SpeakersMarylandMDUS2/14/14
NonePassenger Age RestrictionMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger: MD Code 21-1305Passenger FootrestMarylandMDUS1/10/13
Required if carrying a passenger; MD 21-1302Passenger SeatMarylandMDUS1/10/13
No Restriction
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108		Daytime Use of HeadlightMarylandMDUS1/10/13
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; MD 21-1306Eye ProtectionMarylandMDUS1/10/13

Maryland Motorcycle Safety Program; http://www.mva.maryland.gov/safety/motorcycle/motorcycle-safety.htm

Rider EducationMarylandMDUS2/14/14
Required if manufactured in 1974 and after Turn SignalsMaineMEUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorMaineMEUS6/6/12
One required by law; Section 1913 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)MaineMEUS6/6/12
Required by lawPeriodic Safety InspectionMaineMEUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersMaineMEUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; ME Inspection Rules (scroll to 16 222, Bureau of State Police and open Ch. 1)Passenger FootrestMaineMEUS1/8/13
Required if carrying a passenger; Section 2062, 1 (D) Passenger SeatMaineMEUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants.
Required for first-time applicants.
Maine Driver/Rider Education 		Rider EducationMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required by law for those under age 18; or operating under a learner's permit; or operating less than one year with license/endorsement; or as a passenger of an operator required to wear protective headgear; Maine Revised Statutes, Title 29, Chapter 19, Subchapter 1, Section 2083 Safety HelmetMaineMEUS6/6/12
Not required; LRS 32:306 Turn SignalsLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
No RestrictionRadar DetectorLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
One on left side required by law; LRS 32:354 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)LouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Required by law; LRS 32:1304 Periodic Safety InspectionLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Prohibited under 5 years of age. Child must be properly seated. Helmet required; LRS 32: 191 Passenger Age RestrictionLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; LRS 32: 191.3 Passenger FootrestLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; LRS 32: 191 Passenger SeatLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; LRS 32: 190.1Eye ProtectionLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; LA Highway Safety Commission Rider EducationLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
One (L) required by law; KY Statutes 189.130 (4)Mirror Left(L) Right(R)KentuckyKYUS5/21/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionKentuckyKYUS5/21/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; KY Statutes 189.285Passenger FootrestKentuckyKYUS5/21/12
Required if carrying a passenger; KY Statutes 189.285Passenger SeatKentuckyKYUS5/21/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108Daytime Use of HeadlightKentuckyKYUS5/21/12
Required by Law; KY Statutes 189.285Eye ProtectionKentuckyKYUS5/21/12
Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18; MI Dept. of State Rider EducationMichiganMIUS6/6/12

Required by law; Mass. Inspection Regulations, 4.03 (10, b)

Turn SignalsMassachusettsMAUS5/2/14
No Restriction Radar DetectorMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12

One required by law; Mass. Inspection Regulations, 4.03 (9)

Mirror Left(L) Right(R)MassachusettsMAUS5/2/14

Required by law; Mass. Inspection Regulations, 4.03

Periodic Safety InspectionMassachusettsMAUS5/2/14
Prohibited.  No person shall operate a motor vehicle while wearing headphones, unless said headphones are used for communication in connection with controlling the course or movement of said vehicle; XIV-90-13.Helmet SpeakersMassachusettsMAUS6/15/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12

Required if carrying a passenger; Mass. Motorcycle Manual.

Passenger FootrestMassachusettsMAUS5/2/14

Required if carrying a passenger; Mass. Motorcycle Manual.

Passenger SeatMassachusettsMAUS5/2/14
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12

Required by law for instructional permit holders unless equipped with windscreen; Mass. Motorcycle Manual.

Eye ProtectionMassachusettsMAUS5/2/14

Available for all eligible applicants; Mass. Rider Education Program

Rider EducationMassachusettsMAUS5/2/14
Required by law; Section 2062, 2 Daytime Use of HeadlightMaineMEUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicantsRider EducationKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Required for motorcycles manfufactured on or after 1/1/1973; KSA 8-1804 Turn SignalsKansasKSUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorKansasKSUS6/6/12
One on left side required by law; KSA 8-1740 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)KansasKSUS6/6/12
Required by law - random; KSA 8-1759a Periodic Safety InspectionKansasKSUS6/6/12
No restrictions Helmet SpeakersKansasKSUS6/6/12
None Passenger Age RestrictionKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; KSA 8-1597 Passenger FootrestKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; KSA 8-1594 Passenger SeatKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required by state law for motorcycles manufactured on or after 1/1/1978; KSA 8-1703 (b)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108		Daytime Use of HeadlightKansasKSUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; KSA 8-267 Rider EducationKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18; Kansas Statute, Chapter 8, Article 15, Section 8-1598 Safety HelmetKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsIowaIAUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorIowaIAUS6/6/12
One required by law; IA Code 321.437Mirror Left(L) Right(R)IowaIAUS1/7/13
Not Required Periodic Safety InspectionIowaIAUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersIowaIAUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionIowaIAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; IA Code 321.275 (3)Passenger FootrestIowaIAUS1/7/13
Required if carrying a passenger; IA Code 321.275 (3)Passenger SeatIowaIAUS1/7/13
Required by state law for model years 1977 or later; IA Code 321.275 (5) Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108Daytime Use of HeadlightIowaIAUS1/7/13
Not Required Eye ProtectionIowaIAUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18; IA DOT Rider EducationIowaIAUS6/6/12
Required for vehicles manufactured after 1/1/56; IC 9-19-7-2.5 Turn SignalsIndianaINUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required for vehicles manufactured after 1/1/56; IC 9-19-7-2.5 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)IndianaINUS6/6/12
Not Required Periodic Safety InspectionIndianaINUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersIndianaINUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; IC 9-19-7-2 Passenger FootrestIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; IC 9-21-10-1 Passenger SeatIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required for vehicles manufactured after 1/1/56; IC 9-19-7-2
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18; IC 9-19-7-1 Eye ProtectionIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18, required for instructional permit holders; Indiana Code, Title 9, Article 19, Chapter 7, Section 1 Safety HelmetIndianaINUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsIllinoisILUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorIllinoisILUS6/6/12
One required by law; Illinois Vehicle Code, Sec. 12-102 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)IllinoisILUS6/6/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionIllinoisILUS6/6/12
For Communication Only; Illinois Vehicle Code, Sec. 11-1403.3 Helmet SpeakersIllinoisILUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Illinois Vehicle Code, Sec. 11-1405 Passenger FootrestIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Illinois Vehicle Code, Sec. 11-1403(a) Passenger SeatIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Required by state law; Illinois Vehicle Code, Sec. 12-1201(a)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen; Illinois Vehicle Code, Sec. 11-1404 Eye ProtectionIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants-required under 18Rider EducationIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsIdahoIDUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Required by law; (Title 49, Sec. 940)Mirror Left(L) Right(R)IdahoIDUS6/12/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionIdahoIDUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersIdahoIDUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; (Title 49, Section 962).Passenger FootrestIdahoIDUS6/12/12

Required if carrying a passenger; ID Motorcycle Operator's Manual, pg. 41

Passenger SeatIdahoIDUS5/2/14
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108Daytime Use of HeadlightIdahoIDUS6/6/12
No Restriction Eye ProtectionIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 21Rider EducationIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
One required by law Mirror Left(L) Right(R)HawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Required by lawPeriodic Safety InspectionHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersHawaiiHIUS6/6/12

Prohibits passengers under age 7; HI Motorcycle Operator Manual, pg. 7

Passenger Age RestrictionHawaiiHIUS5/2/14

Required if carrying a passenger not in a sidecar or enclosed cab; HI Motorcycle Operator Manual, pg. 7

Passenger FootrestHawaiiHIUS8/7/14

Required if carrying a passenger; HI Motorcycle Operator Manual, pg. 7

Passenger SeatHawaiiHIUS5/2/14
No Restriction Daytime Use of HeadlightHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreenEye ProtectionHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicantsRider EducationHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
One required by law Mirror Left(L) Right(R)GeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
To be used for communication purposes only Helmet SpeakersGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
None Passenger Age RestrictionGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required by state law; Georgia Code, 40-6-312(e)
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108		Daytime Use of HeadlightGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreenEye ProtectionGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants Rider EducationGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required by law for all riders; Georgia Code, 40-6-315 Safety HelmetGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Required; Florida Statutes, 316.222 (2)Turn SignalsFloridaFLUS8/19/13
No Restriction Radar DetectorFloridaFLUS6/6/12
One required by law; Florida Statutes, 316.294Mirror Left(L) Right(R)FloridaFLUS8/19/13
NonePeriodic Safety InspectionFloridaFLUS6/6/12
No earphones allowed. Helmet speakers are allowed. Helmet SpeakersFloridaFLUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Florida Statutes, 316.2095Passenger FootrestFloridaFLUS8/19/13
Required if carrying a passenger; Florida Statutes, 316.2085 (a)Passenger SeatFloridaFLUS8/19/13
Required by law; Florida Statutes, 316.405
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Required by law; Florida Statutes, 316.211 (2)Eye ProtectionFloridaFLUS8/19/13
Effective July 1, 2008 all first-time motorcycle license or endorsement applicants must complete a BRC Florida Statutes, 322.12(5)(a) Rider EducationFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsDelawareDEUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorDelawareDEUS6/6/12

One required by law; DE 41-4308

Mirror Left(L) Right(R)DelawareDEUS5/2/14
Required by lawPeriodic Safety InspectionDelawareDEUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersDelawareDEUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionDelawareDEUS6/6/12

Required if carrying a passenger; DE 21-4185(a)

Passenger FootrestDelawareDEUS5/2/14

Required if carrying a passenger; DE 21-4185(a)

Passenger SeatDelawareDEUS5/2/14
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108Daytime Use of HeadlightDelawareDEUS6/6/12

Required by law; Delaware Code, Title 21, Ch. 41, Subchapter XI, section 4185

Eye ProtectionDelawareDEUS5/2/14

Available for all eligible applicants under age 18; DE Motorcycle Training Courses

Rider EducationDelawareDEUS5/2/14

Required; Section 14-96e

Turn SignalsConnecticutCTUS8/29/19
No restrictionRadar DetectorConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/15)State Insurance RequirementsArkansasARUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(50/100/25)State Insurance RequirementsAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersArizonaAZUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108Daytime Use of HeadlightArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Required by law unless equipped with windscreenEye ProtectionArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicantsRider EducationArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsArkansasARUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorArkansasARUS6/6/12
One required by law Arkansas Code, Section 27-37-305Mirror Left(L) Right(R)ArkansasARUS6/6/12
"Random" - Subject to Law Enforcement Road Side Inspection.Periodic Safety InspectionArkansasARUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersArkansasARUS6/6/12
Prohibits passengers under age 8.Passenger Age RestrictionArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatArkansasARUS6/6/12
Daytime use of headlight required by A.C.A. 27-36-204(b). Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108Daytime Use of HeadlightArkansasARUS1/7/13
Required by lawEye ProtectionArkansasARUS6/6/12
Not Available Rider EducationArkansasARUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsAlabamaALUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorAlabamaALUS6/6/12
One required by law for all motor vehicles; Code of Ala. Section 32-5-214 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)AlabamaALUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Safety HelmetNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12

Required when operating on a county, town or city maintained road.  Check local statutes to ensure ATV use is permitted on the roads in question.

Safety HelmetNevadaNVUS8/7/14
Not RequiredSafety HelmetNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Safety HelmetMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Required for riders and passengers under age 16 who ride on public lands. Effective July 1, 2011 Safety HelmetMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Safety HelmetMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12

Required by law

 

Safety HelmetMichiganMIUS7/2/13
103dba measured at 20 inchesMaximum Sound LevelMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetMarylandMDUS6/6/12
96dba measured at 20 inches Maximum Sound LevelMaineMEUS6/6/12
Required if under age 18Safety HelmetLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound level based on measurements takent at a distance of 50 feet from center line of travel: 1)less than 35 mph--82 dBA 2) over 35 mph--86dBA.Maximum Sound LevelDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
No person shall modify or alter the exhaust system of a motor vehicle or motorcycle in a manner which will amplify or increase the noise emitted by the vehicle above the limits set forth in section b (see Maximum Sound Level).MufflerDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Manufactured before 1/1/79--82 dBA (35 mph or less); 86dBA (over 35 mph). Manufactured after 1/1/79--78 dBA (35 mph or less); 82 dBA (over 35 mph). Florida Statutes, 316.293 (2)Maximum Sound LevelFloridaFLUS8/19/13
Required; Florida Statutes, 316.272
No modifications which increase sound to a level higher than the manufacturer's original standand allowed; Florida Statutes, 316.293 (2), (5) 		MufflerFloridaFLUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
No accoustical criteria.MufflerGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Exhausts can't be modified, altered, or reparied in such a way that the noise emitted by the vehicle is inreased above that emitted by the vehicle as originally equipped from the factory.MufflerHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound level measured at 20 feet is 92dBA. Exceeding this constitutes 'excessive' or 'unusual noise' (Title 49, Sec. 49-106).Maximum Sound LevelIdahoIDUS6/8/12
Muffler required. No cut-outs, bypass or similar device. No modifications in a manner which amplifies or increases noise above that emitted by muffler originally installed (Title 49, Sec. 49-937).MufflerIdahoIDUS6/8/12
Muffler required. Not modified to amplify or increase noise above that emitted by muffler originally installed.
Illinois Vehicle Code, Sec. 12-602 		MufflerIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 feet.
80-82dBA at less than 35mph; 86dBA at more than 35mph.
Illinois Enviornmental Protection Regulations, Sec. 902-122 		Maximum Sound LevelIllinoisILUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelIndianaINUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; IC 9-19-8 MufflerIndianaINUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelIowaIAUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.MufflerIowaIAUS6/6/12
Muffler required. No cut-outs. No modifications to increase noise beyond that emitted by the original muffler installed on the vehicle; KY Statutes 189.140MufflerKentuckyKYUS5/21/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Required; LRS 32:352 MufflerLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Required; Section 1912, 1 MufflerMaineMEUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelMaineMEUS6/6/12
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurement distance of 50 feet (Sec. 11.14.07.04): 1)After 7/1/75 82-86dBA 2)after 1/1/79 78-82dBA.Maximum Sound LevelMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Muffler required.
No modifications may be made to the muffler which increase the sound level beyond that of the original manufacturer's equipment; MD 22-609		MufflerMarylandMDUS1/10/13
Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels as measured from 50 feet:
82dBA at 45mph or less
86dBA over 45mph
Stationary noise levels: Motorcycles required to be registered for operation on the ways of the commonwealth shall not exceed the following noise levels when operated at 1/2 redline speed
99dBA manufactured after 1/1/86
102dBA manufactured before 1/1/86
XIV-90-7U 		Maximum Sound LevelMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Mufflers required; XIV-90-7 MufflerMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Muffler required, cut-outs prohibited; MI Vehicle Code 257.707 MufflerMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Maximum allowable A-weighed sound levels as measured from 50 feet:
86dBA at speed over 35mph
82dBA at speed less than 35mph
95dBA under stationary run-up test at 75 inches
MI Vehicle Code 257.707c 		Maximum Sound LevelMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Max A-weighted sound level ranges from 80-90dBA measured at 50 feet; Rule 7030.1050 Maximum Sound LevelMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Required. No modification to increase noise beyond the levels stipulated; Rule 7030.1010 MufflerMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelMississippiMSUS6/6/12

Required, cut-outs prohibited; MS Code 63-7-55

MufflerMississippiMSUS5/2/14
Required; MO State Highway Patrol: Motor Vehicle Inspection Manual, p. 67 (F) MufflerMissouriMOUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Muffler required; Mont. Code Ann. 61-9-403 MufflerMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Max A-weighted sound levels based on measurement at 50 feet from closest point to motorcycle.
1) manufactured before 1970--92dBA
2) manufactured after 1969 but prior to 1973--88dBA
3) manufactured after 1972 but prior to 1975--86dBA
4) manufactured after 1974 but prior to 1978--80dBA
5) manufactured after 1977 but prior to 1988--75dBA
6) manufactured after 1987--70dBA
Mont. Code Ann. 61-9-418 		Maximum Sound LevelMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; NRS 60-6,286 MufflerNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Muffler required. No cutout, bypass or similar device; NRS 484D.415 MufflerNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Max A-weighted sound level as measured at 50 feet:
1) 82dBA less than 35mph
2) 86dBA more than 35mph 		Maximum Sound LevelNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Max sound level of no more than 106dBA when measured 20 inches from the exhaust pipe at a 45 degree angle; NH 266:59 Maximum Sound LevelNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; NH 266:59 MufflerNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
No statewide acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
No statewide acoustical criteria.MufflerNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; NM Statues 66-3-844 MufflerNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
All motorcycles operating on streets shall meet noise decibel limitations as established by EPA; N.D. C.C. 39-27-08 Maximum Sound LevelNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; N.C.G.S. 20-128MufflerNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required, cutouts and bypasses prohibited; N.D. C.C. 39-27-08 MufflerNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Counties and Townships may adopt regulations that establish Max A-weighted sound level based on measurement at a distance not less than 50 feet from center line of travel:
1)82dBA at 35 mph or less
2)86dBA at more than 35 mph
ORC 4513.221 		Maximum Sound LevelOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; ORC 4513.22 MufflerOhioOHUS6/6/12
No person shall modify the exhaust system in any manner which will amplify or increase the noise or sound emitted louder than that emitted by the muffler originally installed on the vehicle; OK Statute 47-12-402 Maximum Sound LevelOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Must be equipped with a muffler or other effective noise-suppressing system in good working order and in constant operation; OK Statute 47-12-609 (6) MufflerOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
Muffler required; O.R.S. 815.250 MufflerOregonORUS6/6/12

Max A-weighted noise level as measured at 20 inches:
1)Manufactured 1975 and before--102dBA
2) Manufactured after 1975--99dBA
O.R.S. 815.250

Maximum Sound LevelOregonORUS5/2/14
Required, modifications to increase sound level prohibited; PA Vehicle Code 4523 MufflerPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Max A-weighted sound levels as measured at 50 feet:
84dBA at 35 mph or less
88dBA above 35mph
PA Administrative Code Section 157.11 (a) 		Maximum Sound LevelPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Muffler required, cut-outs prohibited; RI 31-23-13 MufflerRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Max A-weighted sound level as measured at 50 feet.
1)86dBA at 35 mph or less
2)90dBA above 35 mph.
RI 31-45-1 		Maximum Sound LevelRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; click then scroll down to S.C. Code 56-5-3640 (b),(c) MufflerSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; S.D. 32-15-17 MufflerSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required, cutouts prohibited; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-9-202 MufflerTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelTexasTXUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.MufflerTexasTXUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; 41-6a-1626 MufflerUtahUTUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelVermontVTUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.MufflerVermontVTUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Required; 46.2-1050 MufflerVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Muffler required; R.C.W. 46.37.390 MufflerWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Max A-weighted sound level as measured at 50 feet:
1)78dBA at 45mph or less
2)82dBA over 45mph
Stationary 20 inch standard:
Models before 1986--99dBA.
Washington Administrative Code 173-62-030 		Maximum Sound LevelWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Required by law; West Virginia Code, 17C-15-34 MufflerWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
No person shall modify the exhaust system of any such motor vehicle in a manner which will amplify or increase the noise emitted by the motor of such vehicle above that emitted by the muffler originally installed on the vehicle; Wis. 347.39 Maximum Sound LevelWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required, cut-outs prohibited; Wis. 347.39 MufflerWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
No acoustical critera.Maximum Sound LevelWyomingWYUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.MufflerWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge Test Rider-Education WaiverKansasKSUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
NoRider-Education WaiverMaineMEUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverMarylandMDUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Required for OHV's. Both residents and non-residents. RegistrationWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Required under age 18Safety HelmetWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredRegistrationWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12

Required on roads

Safety HelmetWashingtonWAUS8/8/14
Required by law Safety HelmetVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleVermontVTUS6/6/12

Required under age 21

Safety HelmetUtahUTUS12/20/17
Required by law Safety HelmetTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required under at 18 Safety HelmetTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Not RequiredMufflerSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Not Required Safety HelmetIowaIAUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants; IC 9-24-8 Rider EducationIndianaINUS6/6/12
Not Required Safety HelmetIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Required by law; 169.974, 4(a) Eye ProtectionMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required, cutouts and bypasses prohibited; KSA 8-1739 MufflerKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required by law - unless equipped with windscreen which is 15" or higher above handlebarsEye ProtectionAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionAlabamaALUS6/6/12

Required by law

Periodic Safety InspectionArizonaAZUS5/5/17
One required by law Mirror Left(L) Right(R)ArizonaAZUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Available for all eligible applicants - required under age 21Rider EducationCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12

Required for vehicles manufactured after 1/1/1978. California Vehicle Code Section 25650.5 Daytime use of high beam is recommended. Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108.

Daytime Use of HeadlightCaliforniaCAUS8/8/18
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Single earphone onlyHelmet SpeakersCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Required by law - randomPeriodic Safety InspectionCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Required by law; Oregon Revised Statutes 814.269 Safety HelmetOregonORUS6/6/12
Helmet optional for a person 21 years of age or older who either have been licensed to operate a motorcycle for not less than two full calendar years or have completed a motorcycle rider safety course approved by the department or the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. The passenger of a person exempt under this subsection, if the passenger is 21 years of age or older; Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, Title 75, Part III, Chapter 35, Subchapter B, Section 3525 Safety HelmetPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required by law; RI 31-23-57 Eye ProtectionRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; click then scroll down to S.C. Code 56-5-3630 (a) Passenger SeatSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18 (violation classified as a misdemeanor); South Dakota Codified Laws, Title 32, Chapter 32-20, Section 32-20-4 Safety HelmetSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 21. Over age 21, riders are not required to wear a helmet with proof of successful completion of rider training or hold medical insurance covering injuries resulting from a motorcycle accident; Texas Transportation Code, Title 7, Subtitle G, Chapter 661 Safety HelmetTexasTXUS6/6/12
Required by law; 41-1a-205 Periodic Safety InspectionUtahUTUS6/6/12
Required, with reflectorization; Vermont Statutes, Title 23, Chapter 13, Section 1256 protective headgear is required to conform to the federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards contained in 49 C.F.R. part 571.218 Safety HelmetVermontVTUS6/6/12
Required by law; Code of Virginia 46.2-910 Safety HelmetVirginiaVAUS6/6/12

Required by law for all 2 & 3 wheel OHV operators and ATV operators under 18.  148th General Assembly.  SB 69. 

Safety HelmetDelawareDEUS1/18/17
Required if under age 16 and ATV's onlySafety HelmetFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Required if age 17 or younger Safety HelmetIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionIllinoisILUS6/6/12

Required for those under 18

Safety HelmetIndianaINUS12/21/17
Not RequiredEye ProtectionIowaIAUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetKansasKSUS6/6/12
Required by law Safety HelmetKentuckyKYUS6/6/12

Required by law; Mississippi Code, 63-7-64

Safety HelmetMississippiMSUS5/2/14
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18; Montana Code Annotated, 61-9-417 Safety HelmetMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Not Required Periodic Safety InspectionNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Required by law; Nevada Revised Statutes, Title 43, Chapter 486, Section 486.231 Safety HelmetNevadaNVUS6/6/12
One required by law; NH 266:78 Mirror Left(L) Right(R)New HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Required by law-reflectorization required; New Jersey Statutes, Title 39, Section 3-76.7 Safety HelmetNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12

Required by Law

Safety HelmetNew YorkNYUS5/6/15
Not Required Turn SignalsNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Required by law under age of 18, reflectorization required; North Dakota Century Code, Title 39, Motor Vehicles, Chapter 39-10.2, Motorcycles 39-10.2-06 Safety HelmetNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Helments required by law for novice riders, required under age 18 and for any passenger when the operator is required to wear a helmet; Ohio Revised Code, Title XLV, Chapter 4511, Section 4511.53, b Safety HelmetOhioOHUS6/6/12
Required by state law; OK Statute 47-12-601
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 		Daytime Use of HeadlightOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
All riders under the age of 18 must wear a helmet. They must also have adult supervision, unless they have taken an approved safety course, received their OHV safety permit, and in certain cases have a valid license. Safety HelmetNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
No LimitMaximum Sound LevelNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Not Required - Required for ATV's only Safety HelmetNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetOhioOHUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSpark ArrestorOklahomaOKUS6/6/12

Operators and passengers under age 18 must wear a DOT-approved motorcycle helmet with the chin strap fastened.

Safety HelmetOregonORUS8/7/14
Required by law Safety HelmetPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Required by law Safety HelmetRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Required by law; Revised Code of Washington, 46.37.530 Safety HelmetWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Required by law-reflectorization required West Virginia Code, Chapter 17C, Article 15, Section 17C-15-44Safety HelmetWest VirginiaWVUS1/25/13
Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18; Wis. DOT Rider EducationWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Required by law under age 18; Wyoming Statutes, Title 31, Section 35-5-115 (o) Safety HelmetWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger SeatDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Required by lawSafety HelmetPuerto RicoPRUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeAlabamaALUS6/6/12

Not required

Safety HelmetAlaskaAKUS8/7/14
Required if under age 18 Safety HelmetArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Not RequiredSafety HelmetArkansasARUS6/6/12

Required by law. Closed Course Competition Transportation Permit: Some race courses can be designated as a closed course. A Transportation Permit must be obtained from DMV to transport your race only (no red or green sticker) vehicle to and from a race course.

RegistrationCaliforniaCAUS10/26/16
Not RequiredSafety HelmetColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Required by law RegistrationConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Daytime headlight use required by state law. Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
NonePassenger Age RestrictionAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
No Restrictions Helmet SpeakersAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Required by law - randomPeriodic Safety InspectionAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Two required by lawMirror Left(L) Right(R)AlaskaAKUS6/6/12
No Restriction Radar DetectorAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not Required Turn SignalsAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not Required Eye ProtectionAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Daytime Use of HeadlightAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Code of Ala. Section 32-5A-241 Passenger SeatAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passenger; Code of Ala. Section 32-5A-244(a) Passenger FootrestAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not RequiredVehicle TitleWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10)State Insurance RequirementsAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/10)State Insurance RequirementsArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Not RequiredEye ProtectionAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
No RestrictionMinimum Operator AgeAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not Required Rider Education CertificationAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Required if carrying a passengerPassenger FootrestDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Not availableRider EducationAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Required by law; Code of Ala. Section 32-5A-245(a). -- Helmet specifications available at; Section 32-12-41 Safety HelmetAlabamaALUS6/6/12
  • Required for operators under 18
  • Required for all passengers, regardless of age
  • Required for anyone with an instruction permit, regardless of age
  • Required for anyone taking a road test for their motorcycle license, regardless of age
  •  Alaska Sec. 28.35.245
Safety HelmetAlaskaAKUS8/7/14
Required for all operators and passengers under 18; Arizona Revised Statutes 28-964 Safety HelmetArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Required by law for both operators and passengers under the age of 21; Arkansas Code Section 27-10-104 Safety HelmetArkansasARUS6/6/12
Required by law; California Vehicle Code Section 27803 Safety HelmetCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12

Requires a person under 18 years of age who is an operator of a motorcycle or motorized bicycle or who is a passenger on such vehicles, to wear a protective helmet that is designed according to certain specifications; sets the penalty and surcharge for failing to wear the helmet; sets an additional surcharge for each violation to be deposited in the state Traumatic Brain Injury Trust Fund; C.R.S. 42-4-1502

Safety HelmetColoradoCOUS3/27/14

Required by law under age 18, required for instructional permit holders; CT 14-289g

Safety HelmetConnecticutCTUS5/2/14

All motorcycle operators and passengers must have an approved helmet in their posession, riders up to 19 must wear helmets; Delaware Code, Title 21, Ch. 41, Subchapter XI, section 4185

Safety HelmetDelawareDEUS5/2/14
Helmets not required for riders over 21 with a minimum of $10,000 in medical insurance; Florida Statutes, 316.211 (1), (4)Safety HelmetFloridaFLUS8/19/13
Not Required on motorcycles manufactured prior to January 1, 1972; Georgia Code, 40-8-25 Turn SignalsGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12

Required under age 18

Safety HelmetHawaiiHIUS8/7/14
Required by law under age 18; Idaho Statutes, Title 49, Chapter 6, Section 666 Safety HelmetIdahoIDUS6/6/12

Muffler required, no cut-outs DE 21-4311.

MufflerDelawareDEUS5/2/14
No acoustical criteria.Maximum Sound LevelAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Yes. All motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and no motor vehicle shall be driven in such manner as to deprive any motorcycle of the full use of a lane. This subsection shall not apply to motorcycles operated two abreast in a single lane. Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane; Florida Statutes, 316.209 (1), (4) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneFloridaFLUS1/7/13
Yes. Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane; 40-6-312Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneGeorgiaGAUS1/7/13
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Yes; IC 9-21-10-6 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneIndianaINUS6/6/12
Yes; IA Code 321.275 (4)Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneIowaIAUS1/7/13
Yes; 8-1595 (a), (d)Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneKansasKSUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Yes; LRS 32:191.1 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
Yes; Section 2062, 4 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneMaineMEUS6/6/12
Yes. § 21-1303 - Operating on laned roadways Motorcycles not to be driven more than two abreast.- Motorcycles may not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane.Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneMarylandMDUS1/10/13
Yes; XIV-89-4A Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
Yes; MI Vehicle Code 257.660 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Yes; 169.974, 5(e) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Yes; Mont. Code Ann. 61-8-359 (6) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Yes; NRS 60-6,308 (1), (4) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Yes; NRS 486.351Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Yes; NH 265:121 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12

Yes

Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneNew YorkNYUS5/6/15
Yes; N.C.G.S. 20-146.1 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Yes; N.D. C.C. 39-10.2-03 (1),(4) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Yes; ORC 4511.55 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneOhioOHUS6/6/12
Not authorized.Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneOklahomaOKUS1/24/13
Yes; O.R.S. 814.250 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneOregonORUS6/6/12
Yes; PA Vehicle Code 3523 (d) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lanePennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
YesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Yes; click then scroll down to S.C. Code 56-5-3640 (a),(d) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Yes; S.D. 32-20-9.5 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Yes; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-8-182 (a)Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneTexasTXUS6/6/12
Yes; 41-6a-1502 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneUtahUTUS6/6/12
Prohibited; VS 1115 Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneVermontVTUS6/6/12
Permitted; 46.2-857Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneVirginiaVAUS7/16/12
Yes; R.C.W. 46.61.608 (4) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Yes; Wyoming Statutes, 31-5-115 (e) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneWyomingWYUS6/6/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingRhode IslandRIUS12/11/12
Not authorized; click then scroll down to S.C. Code 56-5-3640 (b), (c)Lane SplittingSouth CarolinaSCUS12/11/12
Not authorized; S.D. 32-20-9.2, S.D. 32-20-9.3Lane SplittingSouth DakotaSDUS12/11/12
Not authorized; (to view you will need to agree to the LexisNexis terms of service, then search for) Tenn. Code Ann. 55-8-182 (b),(c)Lane SplittingTennesseeTNUS12/11/12

Refered to as filtering in state law. Effective May 14, 2019. Authorized under the following conditions: 

1) Speed limit on road is 45 mph or less

2) Road must have 2 or more adjacent traffic lanes in the same direction of travel

3) Motorcycles can only lane filter between stopped vehicles

4) Motorcycle speed cannot exceed 15 mph when filtering

5) The movement can be made safely

(https://dpsnews.utah.gov/utahs-new-lane-filtering-law/)

 

Lane SplittingUtahUTUS8/2/19
Not authorized; VS 1115Lane SplittingVermontVTUS12/11/12
Not authorized; 46.2-857Lane SplittingVirginiaVAUS12/11/12
May flash intermittently, provided that the brake light(s) do not override the rear turn signal function; O.R.S. 816.100 (10) Brake LightsOregonORUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge Test Rider-Education WaiverColoradoCOUS6/6/12
Skill Test Rider-Education WaiverCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
Skill Test Rider-Education WaiverArkansasARUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge Test Rider-Education WaiverArizonaAZUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
NoRider-Education WaiverAlabamaALUS6/6/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or StatutesMotorcycles operating two abreast in same laneWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Yes; Wis. 346.595 (a) Motorcycles operating two abreast in same laneWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge Test Rider-Education WaiverIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Skill Test Rider-Education WaiverIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Skill Test Rider-Education WaiverHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge Test Rider-Education WaiverGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge Test Rider-Education WaiverFloridaFLUS6/6/12
NoRider-Education WaiverDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge Test Rider-Education WaiverDelawareDEUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverMissouriMOUS6/6/12
NoRider-Education WaiverMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverMichiganMIUS6/6/12
Skill Test Rider-Education WaiverIowaIAUS6/6/12
Skill Test Rider-Education WaiverIndianaINUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverOhioOHUS6/6/12
NoRider-Education WaiverNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverTexasTXUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
NoRider-Education WaiverRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverOregonORUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
N/AAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesAlabamaALUS8/1/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverWyomingWYUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Skill & Knowledge TestRider-Education WaiverVermontVTUS6/6/12
Skill TestRider-Education WaiverUtahUTUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesDelawareDEUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesColoradoCOUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesArkansasARUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesArizonaAZUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesKansasKSUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesIowaIAUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesIndianaINUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesIllinoisILUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesIdahoIDUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesFloridaFLUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesMississippiMSUS6/6/12
Yes Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesMichiganMIUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesMarylandMDUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesMaineMEUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Motorcycles may proceed cautiously through a steady red light after a complete stop; OK Statute 47-11-202(d) Traffic Actuated SignalsOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
After a complete stop and waiting for a minimum of 120 seconds, motorcycles may treat a steady red light that does not change as a stop sign; S.C. Code 56-5-970 (5) Traffic Actuated SignalsSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12

After a complete stop, motorcycles may proceed through a steady red light with due caution; Tennessee Traffic Control Signals, 55-8-110, 8b.

Traffic Actuated SignalsTennesseeTNUS2/1/18
Motorcycles may move with caution through non-responsive red lights after the shorter two complete cycles or 120 seconds; 46.2-833. Traffic lights; penalty, B.Traffic Actuated SignalsVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
Motorycles may proceed with due caution after a complete stop and 45 seconds; Wis. 346.37(1)(c)4 Traffic Actuated SignalsWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
Affirmative Defense - may move cautiously through a steady red indicator after coming to a complete stop and waiting a minimum of 3 minutes; N.C.G.S. 20-158, (e) Traffic Actuated SignalsNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
May be added to protect the operator; PA Vehicle Code 4310 Auxillary LightingPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Any device, other than headlamps, spot lamps, or auxiliary driving lamps, which projects a beam of light of an intensity greater than 25 candlepower, shall be so directed that no part of the beam will strike the level of the surface on which the vehicle stands at a distance of more than 50 feet from the vehicle; N.C.G.S. 20-130 (c) Auxillary LightingNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Proceed with caution after one full cycle of a traffic actuated signal. Idaho Statute Title 49, Chapter 8 Traffic Actuated SignalsIdahoIDUS6/6/12
Affirmative Defense; Minnesota Statutes, 169.06 Signals and Markings, Subd. 9Traffic Actuated SignalsMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12

Affirmative Defense; M.R.S. Section 304.285

Traffic Actuated SignalsMissouriMOUS10/18/16
No; West Virginia (WV) Code - CHAPTER 46A, ARTICLE 6A Lemon Law CoverageWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
Yes; Nebraska (NE) Code - Chapter 60, Sections 2701 - 2709Lemon Law CoverageNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
Yes;  Oklahoma Attorney General (Statute 15-901)Lemon Law CoverageOklahomaOKUS1/24/13
Yes; South Dakota (SD) South Dakota Codified Laws - Title 32, 6D Lemon Law CoverageSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
Covers Motorcycles, but not Mopeds or Motorized Bicycles; Tennessee (TN) Department of Commerce and Insurance - Chapter 24, Motor Vehicle Warranties Lemon Law CoverageTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
Yes; Texas (TX) Department of Motor VehiclesLemon Law CoverageTexasTXUS1/24/13
Yes (new vehicles only);  Utah Code - Title 13 - Chapter 20Lemon Law CoverageUtahUTUS1/24/13
No; Vermont (VT) Statutes Annotated - Chapter 115, Sections 4170 - 4181 Lemon Law CoverageVermontVTUS6/6/12
Yes; R.C.W. 19.118 Lemon Law CoverageWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Yes (not mopeds); Wisconsin (WI) Legislature - Chapter 218.0171 Lemon Law CoverageWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
N/AAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesNevadaNVUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
N/AAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesMontanaMTUS6/6/12
N/AAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesMissouriMOUS6/6/12
N/AAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesMississippiMSUS6/6/12
N/AAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesMichiganMIUS6/6/12
N/AAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesMassachusettsMAUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesMarylandMDUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesMaineMEUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesLouisianaLAUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesKansasKSUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesIowaIAUS6/6/12
Yes, with certain restrictions. Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesIndianaINUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesIllinoisILUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesIdahoIDUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
N/AAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
N/AAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesFloridaFLUS6/6/12
Yes Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesDelawareDEUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesConnecticutCTUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesColoradoCOUS1/7/15
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesCaliforniaCAUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesArkansasARUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesArizonaAZUS6/6/12
YesAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesAlaskaAKUS6/6/12
NoAccept RiderEd Completion Card From Other StatesAlabamaALUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesWyomingWYUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesWisconsinWIUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesWest VirginiaWVUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesVirginiaVAUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesVermontVTUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesUtahUTUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesTexasTXUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesTennesseeTNUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesSouth DakotaSDUS6/6/12
N/A Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
NoAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesPennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesOregonORUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesOklahomaOKUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesOhioOHUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesNew YorkNYUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesNew MexicoNMUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesNew JerseyNJUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesNevadaNVUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesNebraskaNEUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesMontanaMTUS6/6/12
YesAccept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other StatesMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Yes; Oregon (OR) Department of Justice - Revised Statutes 646.315-375 Lemon Law CoverageOregonORUS1/24/13
No; Pennsylvania (PA) Attorney General's Office - Title 73 Chapter 28, Sections 1951-1963 Lemon Law CoveragePennsylvaniaPAUS6/6/12
Yes; Rhode Island (RI) Consumer Enforcement of Motor Vehicle Warranties - Chapter 31-5.2 of Rhode Island Code Lemon Law CoverageRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
No; S.C. Code 56-28 Lemon Law CoverageSouth CarolinaSCUS6/6/12
Yes; New Mexico (NM) Statutes Chapter 57, Article 16ALemon Law CoverageNew MexicoNMUS1/24/13

Yes

Lemon Law CoverageNew YorkNYUS5/6/15
Yes; Nevada (NV) Revised Statutes 597.600 to 597.680 Lemon Law CoverageNevadaNVUS6/6/12
Yes;  ORC (scroll to sections 1345.71 to 1345.78)Lemon Law CoverageOhioOHUS1/24/13
Yes (except mopeds); North Carolina (NC) General Statutes, NCGS CHAPTER 20, ARTICLE 15A Lemon Law CoverageNorth CarolinaNCUS6/6/12
Yes; North Dakota (ND) Century Code, Sections 51-07-16 through 51-07-22 (scroll down) Lemon Law CoverageNorth DakotaNDUS6/6/12
Yes (except mopeds); New Hampshire (NH) New Motor Vehicle Arbitration, Title 31 - Chapter 357D Lemon Law CoverageNew HampshireNHUS6/6/12
Yes; New Jersey (NJ) New Jersey Division of Consumer AffairsLemon Law CoverageNew JerseyNJUS1/11/13

Not authorized.

Lane SplittingDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS12/11/12
No; Minnesota (MN) Lemon Law - Minnesota Statute 325F.665 NEW MOTOR VEHICLE WARRANTIES; MANUFACTURER'S DUTY TO REPAIR, REFUND, OR REPLACE Lemon Law CoverageMinnesotaMNUS6/6/12

No; Mississippi (MS) Lemon Law - Motor Vehicle Warranty Enforcement Act Section 63-17-159

Lemon Law CoverageMississippiMSUS5/2/14
Yes; Mont. Code Ann. 61-4-5 Lemon Law CoverageMontanaMTUS6/6/12
Yes; Illinois (IL) Lemon Law Statutes - BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS (815 ILCS 380/) New Vehicle Buyer Protection Act. Lemon Law CoverageIllinoisILUS6/6/12
Yes; Massachusetts (MA) Lemon Law - PART I. ADMINISTRATION OF THE GOVERNMENT TITLE XIV. PUBLIC WAYS AND WORKS - Chapter 90: Section 7N¼ - Express warranty by dealer of used motor vehicle; issuance; consumer's rights and remedies.Lemon Law CoverageMassachusettsMAUS12/11/12
Yes;  Maryland Attorney GeneralLemon Law CoverageMarylandMDUS1/10/13
Required under age 16Safety TrainingRhode IslandRIUS6/6/12
Required by Law; WA Motorcycle Operator Manual, p.1 Motorcycle EndorsementWashingtonWAUS6/6/12
Yes; Maine (ME) Lemon Law - Chapter 7 of the Consumer Law Guide - Lemon Law CoverageMaineMEUS6/6/12
No; Michigan (MI) Lemon Law - Michigan Compiled Laws - Lemon Law CoverageMichiganMIUS6/6/12
No; Missouri (MO) Lemon Law - M.R.S. 407.560 - 407.579 Lemon Law CoverageMissouriMOUS6/6/12
Not authorized; Wyoming Statutes, 31-5-115 (f)Lane SplittingWyomingWYUS12/11/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingWisconsinWIUS12/11/12
Not authorized; R.C.W. 46.61.608 (2),(3)Lane SplittingWashingtonWAUS12/11/12
Not authorized; PA Vehicle Code 3523 (b),(c)Lane SplittingPennsylvaniaPAUS12/11/12
Prohibited; O.R.S. 814.240 Lane SplittingOregonORUS6/6/12
Not authorized; N.D. C.C. 39-10.2-03 (2),(3)Lane SplittingNorth DakotaNDUS12/11/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingNew YorkNYUS5/6/15

Not authorized

Lane SplittingWest VirginiaWVUS12/11/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingTexasTXUS12/11/12

Not authorized; OK Statute 47-11-1103(D) "No driver of a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle, motorized scooter, motorized bicycle, or electric-assisted bicycle shall pass other vehicles between lanes of traffic traveling in the same direction.This subsection shall not apply to the operator of an authorized emergency vehicle."

Lane SplittingOklahomaOKUS12/11/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingOhioOHUS12/11/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingNorth CarolinaNCUS12/11/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingNew MexicoNMUS12/11/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingNew JerseyNJUS12/11/12
Not authorized; NH 265:121Lane SplittingNew HampshireNHUS12/11/12
Not authorized; NRS 486.351Lane SplittingNevadaNVUS12/11/12
Not authorized; NRS 60-6,308 (2), (3)Lane SplittingNebraskaNEUS12/11/12

Not authorized

Lane SplittingMontanaMTUS12/11/12

Not authorized.

Lane SplittingMissouriMOUS12/11/12

Not authorized.

Lane SplittingMississippiMSUS12/11/12
Not authorized; 169.974, 5(e)Lane SplittingMinnesotaMNUS12/11/12
Not authorized; "A person operating a motorcycle, moped, low-speed vehicle, electric personal assistive mobility device, or bicycle shall not pass between lines of traffic, but may pass on the left of traffic moving in his or her direction in the case of a 2-way street, or on the left or right of traffic in the case of a 1-way street, in an unoccupied lan." MI Vehicle Code 257.660Lane SplittingMichiganMIUS12/11/12
Not authorized; XIV-89-4ALane SplittingMassachusettsMAUS12/11/12
Not authorized; § 21-1303. Operating on laned roadways (c) Overtaking and passing.- The operator of a motorcycle may not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken (d) Driving between lanes of traffic prohibited.- A person may not operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehiclesLane SplittingMarylandMDUS1/10/13
NoLemon Law CoverageIowaIAUS6/6/12
No.Lemon Law CoverageIdahoIDUS6/6/12
No.Lemon Law CoverageIndianaINUS6/6/12
No.Lemon Law CoverageKentuckyKYUS6/6/12
Not authorized; Section 2062, 5, 6Lane SplittingMaineMEUS12/11/12
Not authorized; LRS 32:191.1Lane SplittingLouisianaLAUS12/11/12

Not authorized.

Lane SplittingKentuckyKYUS12/11/12
Not authorized; 8-1595 (b), (c)Lane SplittingKansasKSUS12/11/12
Not authorized; IA Code 321.275 (4)Lane SplittingIowaIAUS1/7/13
Not authorized; IC 9-21-10-6Lane SplittingIndianaINUS12/11/12
Not authorized;  Illinois Vehicle Code, 11-703Lane SplittingIllinoisILUS12/11/12
Not authorized.Lane SplittingIdahoIDUS12/11/12
Not authorizd; §291C-153 Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic (b) The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. (c) No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.Lane SplittingHawaiiHIUS12/11/12
Not authorized. "The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles." Georgia Code, 40-6-312Lane SplittingGeorgiaGAUS1/7/13
Not authorized; Florida Statutes, 316.209 (2), (3);  The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.Lane SplittingFloridaFLUS1/7/13

Not authorized

Lane SplittingDelawareDEUS12/11/12

Not authorized; Sec. 14-289b

Lane SplittingConnecticutCTUS5/1/14

Not authorized; C.R.S. 42-4-1503 (2) The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake or pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. (3) No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.

Lane SplittingColoradoCOUS3/27/14

Authorized per California Highway Patrol.

Lane SplittingCaliforniaCAUS12/11/12
Not authorized; 28-903. Operation of motorcycle on laned roadway; exceptions B. The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. C. A person shall not operate a motorcycle between the lanes of traffic or between adjacent rows of vehicles.Lane SplittingArizonaAZUS12/11/12
Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes. Lane SplittingArkansasARUS6/6/12

Not authorized; Code of Ala. Section 32-5A-242(b),(c)

Lane SplittingAlabamaALUS10/19/16
Not Authorized; 13 AAC 02.427. Driving motorcycles and motor-driven cycles on roadways laned for traffic (b) No driver of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle may overtake and pass another vehicle in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. A driver of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle may not drive between adjacent lanes or lines of traffic, or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.Lane SplittingAlaskaAKUS12/11/12
Yes; Arizona Revised Statutes 44-1262 Lemon Law CoverageArizonaAZUS6/6/12
No.Lemon Law CoverageColoradoCOUS6/6/12

Yes; CT Statute 42-743b
 

Lemon Law CoverageConnecticutCTUS5/2/14
No.Lemon Law CoverageDistrict of ColumbiaDCUS6/6/12
No.Lemon Law CoverageDelawareDEUS6/6/12
No.Lemon Law CoverageFloridaFLUS6/6/12
No.Lemon Law CoverageGeorgiaGAUS6/6/12
No.Lemon Law CoverageHawaiiHIUS6/6/12
Motorcycles may proceed at a non-responsive red light when safe and after a reasonable amount of time: KS Statutes, Chapter 8, Article 15, Section 8, C4Traffic Actuated SignalsKansasKSUS8/22/12

When a an automated system does not recognize a motorcycle at a red light, the motorcycle may proceed with caution after 120 seconds.  This provision does not include signals within municipalities of over 2,000,000 people.  625 ILCS 5/11-306.

Traffic Actuated SignalsIllinoisILUS9/25/13

Motorcycles may proceed with caution after two complete cycles: NV AB 117

Traffic Actuated SignalsNevadaNVUS3/4/14

Affirmative defense: UT Title 41.6a.305

Traffic Actuated SignalsUtahUTUS3/4/14

At least 6" by 12" and 8 feet above the ground on sand dunes or areas designated by the land management agency.

Safety FlagArizonaAZUS5/5/14

Required if the vehicle is designed to carry a passenger.

Passenger FootrestArizonaAZUS5/5/14

Required if carrying a passenger.

Passenger SeatArizonaAZUS5/5/14

Riders are permitted to go through an intersection or turn left onto a left turn intersection, if they have made a complete stop and the traffic control signal has failed to operate after one complete cycle of the traffic signal.
Section 46.61 of the RCW.
 

Traffic Actuated SignalsWashingtonWAUS6/19/14

Prohibited

EarplugsOhioOHUS7/22/14

A white headlight, illuminated at all times is required.  Motorcycles must have at least one, but not more than three, white headlights.  Modulating headlights are allowed during daylight hours.

HeadlightOregonORUS8/7/14

Fenders required on all wheels.

Misc. Equipment RegulationOregonORUS8/7/14

Oregon law considers all vehicles intended for off-highway use to be all-terrain vehicles.

Class I ATV: Quads, Three-wheelers

Class II ATV: Jeeps, Sand Rails, SUVs

Class III ATV: Motorcycles

Class IV ATV: Side-by-sides 

CategoriesOregonORUS8/7/14

All youth operators under age 16 must be supervised by an adult.

SupervisionOregonORUS8/7/14

A class I operator under the age of 16 must meet all the minimum physical size requirements in relationship to the vehicle.

Rider FitOregonORUS8/7/14

Oregon DMV does not require titling or registering class I, II, III or IV ATVs used solely off-highway.  However, class II and III ATVs used both off and on regular roads are required to be titled and registered.  DMV offers optional titles, without registration, for class I, II and III ATVs used solely off-highway.

TitlingOregonORUS8/7/14

Required, no more than 2

HeadlightNevadaNVUS8/7/14

Required

TaillightNevadaNVUS8/7/14

Required when operating on sand.

Safety FlagOregonORUS8/7/14

Required after dark.

TaillightOregonORUS8/7/14

Required for both rider and passenger.

Foot pegsOregonORUS8/7/14

Motorcycles towing trailers:

  • Must not exceed 55 MPH.
  • Must remain in the right lane except on a 4 lane highway, and then must remain in the right 2 lanes except when passing.
  • Are not allowed in carpool lanes.
Misc. Equipment RegulationCaliforniaCAUS8/7/14
  • Display of red or blue warning light prohibited (a lighted whip is not a warning light).
  • An off-highway motor vehicle, except an authorized emergency vehicle, shall not be equipped with a siren.
Misc. Equipment RegulationCaliforniaCAUS8/7/14

Motorcycles must be equipped with fenders or mud guards.

Misc. Equipment RegulationHawaiiHIUS8/7/14

ATVs with low pressure tires may be registered as snow vehicles.

If registered as a snow machine the following applies:

  • Registration is required
  • Operation is prohibited on maintained roads, except to cross at a right angle
  • Working headlight
  • Working tail light, brake light and red reflector
  • Muffler in good working condition

 

Misc. Equipment RegulationAlaskaAKUS8/7/14

No person under 14 may operate an ATV in a state park unless under the direct supervision of an adult 21 or older

SupervisionAlaskaAKUS8/7/14

Required

Separate test/endorsement required for trike/sidecar equipped motorcycle

Operator LicenseWashingtonWAUS8/8/14

Gloves, footwear that covers the ankles and pants that extend to the ankle area required.

Reflective vest (for both operator and passenger) required between 6 PM and 6 AM.

Misc. Equipment RegulationPuerto RicoPRUS8/12/14

Motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and no vehicle or motor vehicle may be conducted in a way that deprives the use of a full lane.  Motorcycles may travel in a staggered line in a single lane.

Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lanePuerto RicoPRUS8/12/14

Prohibited: no person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.

Lane SplittingPuerto RicoPRUS8/12/14

Not more than 15" above the seat.

Handlebar HeightPuerto RicoPRUS8/12/14

Explicitly allows ground effect lighting equipment on motorcycles. This extra lighting would increase motorcycle safety by enhancing their visibility. 

Auxillary LightingDelawareDEUS12/20/17

The operator may proceed through the intersection on a steady red signal only if the operator i) comes to a complete stop at the intersection for at least one hundred twenty (120) seconds; and (ii) exercises due caution as provided by law, otherwise treats the traffic control signal as a stop sign, and determines that it is safe to proceed. https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2014/bills/house/1080#document-b2808a9a

Traffic Actuated SignalsIndianaINUS3/23/18

A motorcycle may proceed at a red light if all five of the follow conditions are met:
1. The motorcycle, bicycle or moped has come to a complete stop.
2. The traffic-control signal remains red for an unreasonable time.
3. The traffic-control signal is apparently malfunctioning or, if programmed to change to a green light only after detecting the approach of a motor vehicle, the signal has apparently failed to detect the motorcycle, bicycle or moped.
4. No vehicle or person is approaching the roadway to be crossed or entered.
5. Approaching vehicles or persons are so distant that they do not constitute an immediate hazard.
?https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/?id=169.06

Traffic Actuated SignalsMinnesotaMNUS3/23/18

A motorcycle may proceed through a red light if:
(1) The motorcycle or bicycle has been brought to a complete stop;
(2) The traffic control signal continues to show a red light for an unreasonable time;
(3) The traffic control is apparently malfunctioning or, if programmed or engineered to change to a green light only after detecting the approach of a motor vehicle, the signal has apparently failed to detect the arrival of the motorcycle; and
(4) No motor vehicle or person is approaching on the street or highway to be crossed or entered or is so far away from the intersection that it does not constitute an immediate hazard.
https://law.justia.com/codes/missouri/2011/titlexix/chapter304/section304285/

Traffic Actuated SignalsMissouriMOUS3/23/18