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USA - SOUTH DAKOTA
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law under age 18
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection None
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/25)
Handlebar Height Handgrips below shoulder height
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. 32-20-9.5. Restriction to two abreast--Violation as misdemeanor No person may operate a motorcycle more than two abreast in a single lane. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. Source: SL 1970, ch 176, § 1, § 8; SL 1989, ch 255, § 103.
Lane Splitting 32-20-9.3 Motorcycle operation between lanes prohibited--Violation as misdemeanor. No person may operate a motorcycle between adjacent lanes of traffic, or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. Source: SL 1970, ch 176, § 1, § 7; SL 1989, ch 255, § 102. 32-20-9.2Motorcycle prohibited from overtaking in same lane--Violation as misdemeanor. The operator of a motorcycle may not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. This section does not apply to motorcycles being operated two abreast in the same lane, or a motorcycle and a bicycle being operated two abreast in the same lane. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. Source: SL 1970, ch 176, § 1, § 6; SL 1989, ch 255, § 101.
TENNESSEE
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law, as specified in Tennessee Code Annotated 55-9-302(a). (Effective July 1, 2005)
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law-modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection None
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Not Required
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10 or $60,000 single limit) - Financial responsibility required. 10% insurance discount effective for 3 years following completion of rider education program. Handlebar Height No restriction - (Effective July 1, 2005)
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. 55-8-182. Operation of motorcycles on laned roadways. (d) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two (2) abreast in a single lane.
Lane Splitting 55-8-182. Operation of motorcycles on laned roadways (B) 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.
TEXAS
ROAD
Safety Helmet 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 $10,000 of medical insurance covering injuries resulting from a motorcycle accident
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18
Eye Protection Not Required
Daytime Use of Headlight Required unless motorcycle is manufactured prior to 1975
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Not Required
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required if model year 1960 or newer.
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/15) Handlebar Height Maximum of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulations
Rider-Education Waiver Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
Lane Splitting Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
UTAH
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law under age 18
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Not Required
Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restriction
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Not Required
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/15 or $65,000 single limit)
Handlebar Height Handgrips below shoulder height - Maximum of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulations
Rider-Education Waiver Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. 41-6-107.2 Motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, or all-terrain type I vehicles -- Operation on public highways. Motorcycles or motor-driven cycles may not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane
Lane Splitting 41-6-107.2. Motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, or all-terrain type I vehicles -- Operation on public highways (2) The operator of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle may not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. (3) A person may not operate a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle between:
VERMONT
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law-reflectorization required (Each helmet shall have reflectorized surface or have securely affixed thereto reflectorized material on both the left and right side of such helmet. Such reflectorization must cover an area of at least four square inches on each side of the helmet.
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/50/10)
Handlebar Height Maximum of 15" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane 1115. - Operating motorcycles and mo-peds on roadways laned for traffic(d) No motorcycle or mo-ped may be operated in the same lane with, and along side of or closer than ten feet ahead of, or ten feet behind another motorcycle, mo-ped or other motor vehicle.
Lane Splitting SECTION 56-5-3640. Motorcycle entitled to full use of lane; riding two or more abreast; overtaking and passing; operation in other instances. [SC ST SEC 56-5-3640] B) The operator of a motorcycle or mo-ped shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. © No person shall operate a motorcycle or mo-ped between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
USA - VIRGINIA
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers § 46.2-1078. Unlawful to operate motor vehicle, bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped while using earphones. It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a motor vehicle, bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped on the highways in the Commonwealth while using earphones on or in both ears. For the purpose of this section, "earphones" shall mean any device worn on or in both ears that converts electrical energy to sound waves or which impairs or hinders the person`s ability to hear, but shall not include (i) any prosthetic device that aids the hard of hearing, (ii) earphones installed in helmets worn by motorcycle operators and riders and used as part of a communications system, or (iii) nonprosthetic, closed-ear, open-back, electronic noise-cancellation devices designed and used to enhance the hearing ability of persons who operate vehicles in high-noise environments, provided any such device is being worn by the operator of a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or more. The provisions of this section shall not apply to the driver of any emergency vehicle as defined in § 46.2-920. (Code 1950, § 46-219.1; 1950, p. 882; 1958, c. 541, § 46.1-202.1; 1989, c. 727; 1993, c. 126; 1997, c. 36; 2001, c. 834; 2002, c. 254.)
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector Prohibited to use or possess
Turn Signals Not Required
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/20) - Insurance or $400 uninsured motor vehicle fee required.
Handlebar Height No Restrictions
Rider-Education Waiver Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane No. § 46.2-857. Driving two abreast in a single lane. A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, so as to be abreast of another vehicle in a lane designed for one vehicle, or drives any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, so as to travel abreast of any other vehicle traveling in a lane designed for one vehicle. However, this section shall not apply to any validly authorized parade, motorcade, or motorcycle escort, nor shall it apply to a motor vehicle traveling in the same lane of traffic as a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped.
Lane Splitting § 46.2-857A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, so as to be abreast of another vehicle in a lane designed for one vehicle, or drives any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, so as to travel abreast of any other vehicle traveling in a lane designed for one vehicle. However, this section shall not apply to any validly authorized parade, motorcade, or motorcycle escort, nor shall it apply to a motor vehicle traveling in the same lane of traffic as a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped.
WASHINGTON
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants - required under age 18
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law-modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carry a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction Prohibits passenger under age 5
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law-random
Mirror Left(L) Right® Two required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required if originally equipped.
Muffler Muffler required.
Maximum Sound Level Max A-weighted sound level as measured at 50 feet (WAC 173-62-030): 1)78dBA at 45mph or less; 2)82dBA over 45mph. Stationary 20 inch standard: Models before 1986--99dBA.
State Insurance Requirements None required per RCW 46.30.020.
Handlebar Height Maximum of 30" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. RCW 46.61.608 Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic (4) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane.
Lane Splitting RCW 46.61.608 Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic (2) The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and 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.
WEST VIRGINIA
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law-reflectorization required
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10)
Handlebar Height Maximum of 15" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
Lane Splitting Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
WISCONSIN
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law under age 18, required for instructional permit holders
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18
Eye Protection Required by law for instructional permit holders unless equipped with windscreen which is 15" or higher above handlebars
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law-modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law-random
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10) - Financial responsibility required.
Handlebar Height Maximum of 30" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. 346.595(1) (1) All motor vehicles including motorcycles and mopeds are entitled to the full use of a traffic lane and no vehicle may be driven or operated in such a manner so as to deprive any other vehicle of the full use of a traffic lane. With the consent of both drivers, Type 1 motorcycles may be operated not more than 2 abreast in a single lane, but mopeds may be so operated only where the speed limit is 25 miles per hour or less.
Lane Splitting Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
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USA - SOUTH DAKOTA
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law under age 18
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection None
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/25)
Handlebar Height Handgrips below shoulder height
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. 32-20-9.5. Restriction to two abreast--Violation as misdemeanor No person may operate a motorcycle more than two abreast in a single lane. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. Source: SL 1970, ch 176, § 1, § 8; SL 1989, ch 255, § 103.
Lane Splitting 32-20-9.3 Motorcycle operation between lanes prohibited--Violation as misdemeanor. No person may operate a motorcycle between adjacent lanes of traffic, or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. Source: SL 1970, ch 176, § 1, § 7; SL 1989, ch 255, § 102. 32-20-9.2Motorcycle prohibited from overtaking in same lane--Violation as misdemeanor. The operator of a motorcycle may not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. This section does not apply to motorcycles being operated two abreast in the same lane, or a motorcycle and a bicycle being operated two abreast in the same lane. A violation of this section is a Class 2 misdemeanor. Source: SL 1970, ch 176, § 1, § 6; SL 1989, ch 255, § 101.
TENNESSEE
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law, as specified in Tennessee Code Annotated 55-9-302(a). (Effective July 1, 2005)
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law-modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection None
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Not Required
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10 or $60,000 single limit) - Financial responsibility required. 10% insurance discount effective for 3 years following completion of rider education program. Handlebar Height No restriction - (Effective July 1, 2005)
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. 55-8-182. Operation of motorcycles on laned roadways. (d) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two (2) abreast in a single lane.
Lane Splitting 55-8-182. Operation of motorcycles on laned roadways (B) 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.
TEXAS
ROAD
Safety Helmet 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 $10,000 of medical insurance covering injuries resulting from a motorcycle accident
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18
Eye Protection Not Required
Daytime Use of Headlight Required unless motorcycle is manufactured prior to 1975
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Not Required
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required if model year 1960 or newer.
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/15) Handlebar Height Maximum of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulations
Rider-Education Waiver Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
Lane Splitting Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
UTAH
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law under age 18
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Not Required
Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restriction
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Not Required
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/15 or $65,000 single limit)
Handlebar Height Handgrips below shoulder height - Maximum of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulations
Rider-Education Waiver Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. 41-6-107.2 Motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, or all-terrain type I vehicles -- Operation on public highways. Motorcycles or motor-driven cycles may not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane
Lane Splitting 41-6-107.2. Motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, or all-terrain type I vehicles -- Operation on public highways (2) The operator of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle may not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. (3) A person may not operate a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle between:
VERMONT
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law-reflectorization required (Each helmet shall have reflectorized surface or have securely affixed thereto reflectorized material on both the left and right side of such helmet. Such reflectorization must cover an area of at least four square inches on each side of the helmet.
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/50/10)
Handlebar Height Maximum of 15" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane 1115. - Operating motorcycles and mo-peds on roadways laned for traffic(d) No motorcycle or mo-ped may be operated in the same lane with, and along side of or closer than ten feet ahead of, or ten feet behind another motorcycle, mo-ped or other motor vehicle.
Lane Splitting SECTION 56-5-3640. Motorcycle entitled to full use of lane; riding two or more abreast; overtaking and passing; operation in other instances. [SC ST SEC 56-5-3640] B) The operator of a motorcycle or mo-ped shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. © No person shall operate a motorcycle or mo-ped between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
USA - VIRGINIA
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers § 46.2-1078. Unlawful to operate motor vehicle, bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped while using earphones. It shall be unlawful for any person to operate a motor vehicle, bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped on the highways in the Commonwealth while using earphones on or in both ears. For the purpose of this section, "earphones" shall mean any device worn on or in both ears that converts electrical energy to sound waves or which impairs or hinders the person`s ability to hear, but shall not include (i) any prosthetic device that aids the hard of hearing, (ii) earphones installed in helmets worn by motorcycle operators and riders and used as part of a communications system, or (iii) nonprosthetic, closed-ear, open-back, electronic noise-cancellation devices designed and used to enhance the hearing ability of persons who operate vehicles in high-noise environments, provided any such device is being worn by the operator of a vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or more. The provisions of this section shall not apply to the driver of any emergency vehicle as defined in § 46.2-920. (Code 1950, § 46-219.1; 1950, p. 882; 1958, c. 541, § 46.1-202.1; 1989, c. 727; 1993, c. 126; 1997, c. 36; 2001, c. 834; 2002, c. 254.)
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector Prohibited to use or possess
Turn Signals Not Required
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/20) - Insurance or $400 uninsured motor vehicle fee required.
Handlebar Height No Restrictions
Rider-Education Waiver Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane No. § 46.2-857. Driving two abreast in a single lane. A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, so as to be abreast of another vehicle in a lane designed for one vehicle, or drives any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, so as to travel abreast of any other vehicle traveling in a lane designed for one vehicle. However, this section shall not apply to any validly authorized parade, motorcade, or motorcycle escort, nor shall it apply to a motor vehicle traveling in the same lane of traffic as a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped.
Lane Splitting § 46.2-857A person shall be guilty of reckless driving who drives any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, so as to be abreast of another vehicle in a lane designed for one vehicle, or drives any motor vehicle, including any motorcycle, so as to travel abreast of any other vehicle traveling in a lane designed for one vehicle. However, this section shall not apply to any validly authorized parade, motorcade, or motorcycle escort, nor shall it apply to a motor vehicle traveling in the same lane of traffic as a bicycle, electric personal assistive mobility device, electric power-assisted bicycle, or moped.
WASHINGTON
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants - required under age 18
Eye Protection Required by law unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law-modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carry a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction Prohibits passenger under age 5
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law-random
Mirror Left(L) Right® Two required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required if originally equipped.
Muffler Muffler required.
Maximum Sound Level Max A-weighted sound level as measured at 50 feet (WAC 173-62-030): 1)78dBA at 45mph or less; 2)82dBA over 45mph. Stationary 20 inch standard: Models before 1986--99dBA.
State Insurance Requirements None required per RCW 46.30.020.
Handlebar Height Maximum of 30" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. RCW 46.61.608 Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic (4) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane.
Lane Splitting RCW 46.61.608 Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic (2) The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and 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.
WEST VIRGINIA
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law-reflectorization required
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10)
Handlebar Height Maximum of 15" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
Lane Splitting Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
WISCONSIN
ROAD
Safety Helmet Required by law under age 18, required for instructional permit holders
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 18
Eye Protection Required by law for instructional permit holders unless equipped with windscreen which is 15" or higher above handlebars
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law-modulating headlight permitted
Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction None
Helmet Speakers No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection Required by law-random
Mirror Left(L) Right® One required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10) - Financial responsibility required.
Handlebar Height Maximum of 30" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Yes. 346.595(1) (1) All motor vehicles including motorcycles and mopeds are entitled to the full use of a traffic lane and no vehicle may be driven or operated in such a manner so as to deprive any other vehicle of the full use of a traffic lane. With the consent of both drivers, Type 1 motorcycles may be operated not more than 2 abreast in a single lane, but mopeds may be so operated only where the speed limit is 25 miles per hour or less.
Lane Splitting Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
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