California State Motorcycle Laws

This handbook provides information for both beginner and experienced riders of.

California state motorcycle laws. Required by law Spark Arrestor. Firstbefore you can obtain a license you must have a learners permit. With so many motorcyclists it is important that every rider know that laws that pertain to safe operation in and around the roadway.

98dB allowed for machines manufactured prior to January 1 1986. If you areunder the age of 21 California law requires you to have a motorcycle licensepermit for at least 6 months before you actually apply for a motorcyclelicense. Also its illegal to ride your motorcycle without adequate insurance.

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. Two-wheeled motorcycles require an M-1 endorsement. You then need to pass a skill test knowledge test and vision exam to receive your motorcycle license.

Study the California Driver Handbook as well as this handbook. Parking on the Street Parallel parking on the street is governed by California. These California motorcycle laws where confirmed accurate as of the time of publishing and are provided to you as a reference only.

Thenthese are the license requirements listed by the California DMV. 4 rows A motorcycle is defined as a vehicle with two or three wheels and an engine 150 cubic centimeters. You do not need insurance to register a moped but you do need special license plates and an identification card along with a one-time 23 registration fee.

You must be at least 16 years old or older to drive a moped and you must wear a helmet while you ride. You must have a motorcycle license M1 or M2 to drive a moped. California motorcycle law requires that riders carry at least 15000 injurydeath coverage.