District of Columbia state motorcycle laws
| Road |
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| Safety Helmet |
Required by law |
| State Funded Rider Ed |
Not available |
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| Eye Protection |
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen |
| Daytime Use of Headlight |
Modulating headlight permitted |
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| Passenger Seat |
Required if carrying a passenger |
| Passenger Footrest |
Required if carrying a passenger |
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| Passenger Age Restriction |
None |
| Helmet Speakers |
No restrictions |
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| Periodic Safety Inspection |
Required by law |
| Mirror Left(L) Right(R) |
One on left side required |
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| Radar Detector |
Prohibited to use or possess |
| Turn Signals |
Not required |
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| 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. |
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| State Insurance Requirements |
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10) |
| Handlebar Height |
Maximum of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulations |
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| Rider-Education Waiver |
No |
| Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States |
Yes |
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| Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States |
Yes
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| Lane Splitting |
Not referenced in the Administrative Code. |
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| Lemon Law Coverage |
No. |
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| Off Road
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| Safety Helmet |
No Required |
| Eye Protection |
Not Required |
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| Minimum Operator Age |
No Restriction |
| Rider Education Certification |
Not Required |
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| Operator License |
Not Required |
| Headlight |
Not Required |
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| Taillight |
Not Required |
| Maximum Sound Level |
Not Limit |
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| Spark Arrestor |
Not Required |
| Registration |
Not Required |
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| Vehicle Title |
Required by law |
| Trails Program |
Not Available |
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