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Alabama Motorcycle Law

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Safety Helmet	Required by law
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 Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection	None
Mirror Left(L) Right(R)	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)(20/40/10)
Handlebar Height	Maximum of 15" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver	No
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	N/A
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	No
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane	Yes. (a)Title 32: Section 32-5A-242 Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic. All motorcycles are entitled to full use of a lane and no motor vehicle shall be driven in such a 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.
Lane Splitting	Title 32: Section 32-5A-242 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.

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Not Required
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	No Restriction
Rider Education Certification	Not Required
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Not Required
Taillight	Not Required
Muffler	No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level	No acoustical criteria.
Spark Arrestor	Not Required
Registration	Not Required
Vehicle Title	Not Required
Trails Program	Not Available

Arizona Motorcycle Law

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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	Required by law-annual emissions, some areas
Mirror Left(L) Right(R)	One required by law
Radar Detector	No Restriction
Turn Signals	Not Required
Muffler	Muffler required; no cutout, bypass or similar device (28-955.01, Motorcycles; noise level equipment; unauthorized equipment).
Maximum Sound Level	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
State Insurance Requirements	Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/10)
Handlebar Height	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.
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane	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.
Lane Splitting	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.

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Required if under age 18
Eye Protection	Required if under age 18
Minimum Operator Age	No Restriction
Rider Education Certification	Voluntary
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Not Required
Taillight	Not Required
Muffler	Required by law
Maximum Sound Level	No Limit
Spark Arrestor	Required on State & Federal lands
Registration	Not Required
Vehicle Title	Required by law
Trails Program	Available

Arkansas Motorcycle Law

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Safety Helmet	Required by law under age 21
State Funded Rider Ed	Not Available
Eye Protection	Required by law
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	Prohibits passengers under age 8.
Helmet Speakers	No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection	"Random" - Subject to Law Enforcement Road Side Inspection.
Mirror Left(L) Right(R)	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)
Handlebar Height	No Restrictions
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card 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.

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Not Required
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	Under age 12 requires supervision by person age 18 on public lands
Rider Education Certification	Not Required
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Required after sunset
Taillight	Required after sunset
Muffler	Required by law
Maximum Sound Level	No acoustical criteria.
Spark Arrestor	Required by law
Registration	Required by law
Vehicle Title	Required by law
Trails Program	Not Available

California Motorcycle Law

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Safety Helmet	Required by law
State Funded Rider Ed	Available for all eligible applicants - required under age 21
Eye Protection	Not Required
Daytime Use of Headlight	Required by law-modulating headlight permitted, required for vehicles manufactured during or after 1978
Passenger Seat	Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Footrest	Required if carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction	None
Helmet Speakers	Single earphone only
Periodic Safety Inspection	Required by law - random
Mirror Left(L) Right(R)	One required by law
Radar Detector	No Restriction
Turn Signals	Required by law
Muffler	Muffler required. No muffler or exhaust system shall be equipped with a cutout, bypass or similar device (27150. Adequate Muffler Required).
Maximum Sound Level	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).
State Insurance Requirements	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.
Handlebar Height	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.
Earplugs	No Restriction.
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	No
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane	Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
Lane Splitting	Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Required by law for ATV's only - Not enforced for Off-Road motorcycles unless riding on State or Federal Land - (each agency has the flexibility to enforce or not enforce the helmet law on their land.
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	Operator must be able to reach all controls. Safety Certificate required under age 18 for ATV's only.
Rider Education Certification	Required for ATV riders under age 16.
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Required after sunset
Taillight	Required after sunset
Muffler	Required by law
Maximum Sound Level	96dba
Spark Arrestor	Required by law
Registration	Required by law
Vehicle Title	Not Required
Trails Program	Available

Colorado Motorcycle Law

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Safety Helmet	Required by law for age 18 and under, including passengers. Effective July 1, 2007
State Funded Rider Ed	Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection	Required by law
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 - random
Mirror Left(L) Right(R)	One required by law
Radar Detector	No Restriction
Turn Signals	Not required
Muffler	Required.
Maximum Sound Level	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).
State Insurance Requirements	Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/15)
Handlebar Height	No Restrictions
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane	Yes. 42-4-1503 - Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic. 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.
Lane Splitting	42-4-1503. Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic (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.
Lemon Law Coverage	No.

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Not Required
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	10 years of age and younger are prohibited from operating an OHV on Public Roads.
Rider Education Certification	Not Required
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Required after sunset
Taillight	Required after sunset
Muffler	Required by law
Maximum Sound Level	84 dba at 50 feet
Spark Arrestor	Required by law
Registration	Required by law
Vehicle Title	Not Required
Trails P

Connecticut Motorcycle Law

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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 unless equipped with windscreen
Daytime Use of Headlight	Required by law-modulating headlight permitted, required for vehicles manufactured during or after 1980
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(R)	One required by law
Radar Detector	No restriction
Turn Signals	Not required
Muffler	Muffler required, baffles required, no cut-outs or straight pipes (Sec. 14-80. Mechanical Equipment).
Maximum Sound Level	Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 ft from center lane of travel (Sec. 14-80a. Maximum Noise Levels): Model Year/<=35mph/>35mph-- Before 1/1/1975/82dba/86dba; On or after 1/1/1975/80dba/84dba (Sec. 14-80a-3. General Noise Limits).
State Insurance Requirements	Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10) - 10% insurance discount for graduates of motorcycle rider education program.
Handlebar Height	Maximum of 15" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	No
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane	Yes. Sec. 14-289b - Operation of motorcycles. The operator of a motorcycle shall be entitled to the full use of any single traffic lane, but the operation of more than two motorcycles abreast in any single traffic lane is prohibited.
Lane Splitting	Sec. 14-289b. Operation of motorcycles (b) The operator of a motorcycle shall not (1) overtake and pass, in the same single traffic lane occupied by such motorcycle, any motor vehicle other than a motorcycle or (2) operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic.

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Not Required
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	Not allowed under 12 years of age. Direct supervision of a person less that 16 and at least 12 required by a person who is 18 and properly licensed.
Rider Education Certification	Required under age 18
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Not required on a machine of 90cc or less and cannot be operated after dark
Taillight	Not required on a machine of 90cc or less and cannot be operated after dark
Muffler	Required by law
Maximum Sound Level	Cannot make excessive or unusual noise
Spark Arrestor	Not Required
Registration	Required by law
Vehicle Title	Not Required
Trails Program	Not Available

Delaware Motorcycle Law

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Safety Helmet	4185. Riding on motorcycles (b) Every person operating or riding on a motorcycle shall have in that person's possession a safety helmet approved by the Secretary of Safety and Homeland Security (hereinafter "Secretary") through the Office of Highway Safety and shall wear eye protection approved by the Secretary; provided, however, that every person up to 19 years of age operating or riding on a motorcycle shall wear a safety helmet and eye protection approved by the Secretary.
State Funded Rider Ed	Available for all eligible applicants under age 18
Eye Protection	Required by law
Daytime Use of Headlight	It is unclear if modulating headlight is permitted, please contact your local DMV office.
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(R)	One required by law
Radar Detector	No Restriction
Turn Signals	Not Required
Muffler	Muffler required, no cut-outs (Sec. 71-II-12. Exhaust System).
Maximum Sound Level	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.
State Insurance Requirements	Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/10) - Insurance discount available for 3 years following completion of rider education program.
Handlebar Height	Maximum of 15" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card 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

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Required by law
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	Under age 12 requires supervision by a person age 18 or above on public lands
Rider Education Certification	Required by law
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Required after sunset
Taillight	Required after sunset
Muffler	Required by law
Maximum Sound Level	88dba at 60% maximum throttle at 50 feet
Spark Arrestor	Required by law
Registration	Required by law
Vehicle Title	Not Required
Trails Program	Not Available

District Of Colombia Motorcycle Law

Road
Safety Helmet	Required by law
State Funded Rider Ed	Not available
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(R)	One on left side required
Radar Detector	Prohibited to use or possess
Turn Signals	Not required
Muffler	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).
Maximum Sound Level	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.
State Insurance Requirements	Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10)
Handlebar Height	Maximum of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulations
Rider-Education Waiver	No
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	No

Off Road
Safety Helmet	No Required
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	No Restriction
Rider Education Certification	Not Required
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Not Required
Taillight	Not Required
Maximum Sound Level	Not Limit
Spark Arrestor	Not Required
Registration	Not Required
Vehicle Title	Required by law
Trails Program	Not Available

Florida Motorcycle Law

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Safety Helmet	316.211 Equipment for motorcycle and moped riders.-- Not required over 21 with a minimum of $10,000 in medical insurance
State Funded Rider Ed	Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 21 education
Eye Protection	Required by law
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(R)	One required by law
Radar Detector	No Restriction
Turn Signals	Not required.
Muffler	No person shall modify the exhaust system in such a manner that the noise emitted is above that emitted by the vehicle as originally manufactured. No person shall operate a vehicle with an exhaust system so modified.
Maximum Sound Level	Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 feet from center line of travel (Sec. 316.293): 1) Manufactured before 1/1/79--82dBA (35mph or less); 86dBA (over 35mph) 2)Manufactured after 1/1/79--78dBA(35mph or less); 82dBA(over 35mph).
State Insurance Requirements	FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY LAW-IT DOES APPLY TO MOTORCYCLES! Florida's No-Fault, or "PIP Law" does not apply to motorcycles. HOWEVER, the Financial Responsibility FR Law applies to ALL motor vehicles in Florida, including motorcycles. Thus the voluntary purchase of motor vehicle liability insurance by an owner, operator or owner/ operator is highly recommended. Failure to carry property damage and bodily injury liability insurance in case of a crash, DUI conviction or other occurrences outlined in Florida's FR Law, Ch. 324, may result in some or all of the following: Loss of license/tag and registration, and/or restitution or civil court judgment, and future proof (three years) of high risk, SR22 mandatory liability insurance coverage just to keep your driver license - even if you do not own any motor vehicles. Source: Florida Motorcycle Handbook 2006
Handlebar Height	No higher than top of shoulders of the operator when seated upon the motorcycle.
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	N/A
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane	Yes. 316.209 - Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic.-- (1) 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.
Lane Splitting	316.209 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.

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Required if under age 16 and ATV's only
Eye Protection	Required if under age 16 and ATV's only
Minimum Operator Age	No Restriction
Rider Education Certification	Not Required
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Not Required
Taillight	Not Required
Muffler	Not Required
Maximum Sound Level	No Limit
Spark Arrestor	Not Required
Registration	Required by law
Vehicle Title	Required
Trails Program	Available

Georgia Motorcycle Law

Safety Helmet	40-6-315 Required by law. (a) No person shall operate or ride upon a motorcycle unless he or she is wearing protective headgear which complies with standards established by the commissioner of motor vehicle safety.
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	To be used for communication purposes only
Periodic Safety Inspection	None
Mirror Left(L) Right(R)	One required by law
Radar Detector	No Restriction
Turn Signals	Not Required on motorcycles manufactured prior to January 1, 1972 40-8-25(b).
Muffler	No accoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level	No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements	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...
Handlebar Height	Maximum of 15" above seat
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	N/A
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane	Yes. 40-6-312 - (d) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane.
Lane Splitting	40-6-312 (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.

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Not Required
Eye Protection	Required by law
Minimum Operator Age	No Restriction
Rider Education Certification	Not Required
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Not Required
Taillight	Not Required
Muffler	Required by law
Maximum Sound Level	No Limit
Spark Arrestor	Not Required
Registration	Required by law
Vehicle Title	Not Required
Trails Program	Not Available

Idaho Motorcycle Law

Road
Safety Helmet	Required by law under age 18
State Funded Rider Ed	Available for all eligible applicants-required under age 21
Eye Protection	No Restriction
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(R)	None Required
Radar Detector	No Restriction
Turn Signals	Not Required
Muffler	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).
Maximum Sound Level	Maximum allowable A-weighted sound level measured at 20 feet is 92dBA. Exceeding this constitutes 'excessive' or 'unusual noise' (Title 49, Sec. 49-106).
State Insurance Requirements	Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/15)
Handlebar Height	No Restrictions
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card 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

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Required if age 17 or younger
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	No Restriction
Rider Education Certification	Not Required
Operator License	Not Required
Headlight	Not Required
Taillight	Not Required
Muffler	Required by law
Maximum Sound Level	96dba - measured at 20 inches
Spark Arrestor	Required by law
Registration	Required by law
Vehicle Title	Required by law
Trails Program	Available

Ilinios Motorcycle Law

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Safety Helmet	Not Required
State Funded Rider Ed	Available for all eligible applicants-required under 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 carrying a passenger
Passenger Age Restriction	None
Helmet Speakers	No Restrictions
Periodic Safety Inspection	None
Mirror Left(L) Right(R)	One required by law
Radar Detector	No Restriction
Turn Signals	Not Required
Muffler	Muffler required. Not modified to amplify or increase noise above that emitted by muffler originally installed (Sec. 902-101).
Maximum Sound Level	Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 feet (Sec. 902.122): 80-82dBA at less than 35mph; 86dBA at more than 35mph.
State Insurance Requirements	Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/15)
Handlebar Height	Handgrips below shoulder height
Rider-Education Waiver	Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States	Yes
Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States	No
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane	Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
Lane Splitting	Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes

Off Road
Safety Helmet	Not Required
Eye Protection	Not Required
Minimum Operator Age	No Restriction
Rider Education Certification	Not Required
Operator License	Not Required
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