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Motorcycle Laws - On versus Off-Road
Motorcycle laws and regulations in Kentucky can apply to both on and off-road vehicles. Both are enjoyable, but the laws in place are intended to provide for safe and efficient operation — not only for the rider, but for other travelers and users of the road and off-road spaces.
Some points of motorcycle operation that may or may not be subject to regulation in Kentucky, and of which riders should be mindful, are as follows:*
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Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
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Eye Protection Not Required |
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Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States Yes
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Headlight Not Required |
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Daytime Use of Headlight Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108
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Maximum Sound Level No Limit |
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Eye Protection Required by Law; KY Statutes 189.285 |
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Minimum Operator Age Under age 16 can only operate if 90cc or less – Under age 12 can only operate if 70cc or less and direct parental supervision.
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Handlebar Height No Restrictions |
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Muffler Not Required
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Helmet Speakers No Restrictions |
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Operator License Not Required
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Lane Splitting Not Authorized |
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Registration Not Required
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Lemon Law Coverage No |
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Rider Education Certificate Not Required
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Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria |
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Safety Helmet Required by law
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Mirror Left (L) Right (R) One (L) required by law; KY Statutes 189.130(4) |
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Spark Arrestor Not Required
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Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes |
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Taillight Not Required
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Muffler Muffler required. No cut-outs. No modifications to increase noise beyond that emitted by the original muffler installed on the vehicle; KY Statutes 189.140
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Trails Program Not Available
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Passenger Age Restriction None |
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Vehicle Title Not Required
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Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger; KY Statute 189.285
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Passenger Seat Required if carrying a passenger; KY Statute 189.285
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Periodic Safety Inspection None
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Radar Detector No Restriction
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Registration Required as to Certain Sizes
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Rider-Education Available to eligible applicants
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Rider Education Waiver Skill Test
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Safety Helmet Required for novice riders, under the age of 21 and instructional permit holders; KY Statutes, Title XVI, Chapter 189, Section 189.285
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State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits )(25/50/10 or $60,000 single limit)
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Turn Signals Not Required |
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This listing/itemization is a general overview and summary only. All riders should check the regulations and laws to verify compliance before operation. If you have any questions about your legal rights or obligations in operating a motorcycle or off-road vehicle, contact an attorney to learn more.
Author: David B. Sloan
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*Reference AmericanMotorcyclist.com
