Pennsylvania state motorcycle laws
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| Safety Helmet |
(Effective September 4, 2003) Helmet optional for a person 21 years of age or older who either have been licensed to operate a motorcycle for not less than two full calendar years or have completed a motorcycle rider safety course approved by the department or the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. The passenger of a person exempt under this subsection, if the passenger is 21 years of age or older.
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| State Funded Rider Ed |
Available for all eligible applicants
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| Eye Protection |
Required by law |
| Daytime Use of Headlight |
All motorcycles built after 1973 must have their headlights on during the day & night.
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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 |
To be used for communication purposes only (PA Code Title 75, Chapter 33, Section 3314. Prohibiting use of hearing impairment devices).
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| Periodic Safety Inspection |
Required by law |
| Mirror Left(L) Right(R) |
Two required by law for vehicles manufactured after 4/1/77
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| Radar Detector |
No Restriction
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| Turn Signals |
Not Required
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| Muffler |
Muffler required. |
| Maximum Sound Level |
Pennsylvania Administrative Code Title 67, Part I, Subpart A, Article VII, Chapter 157, Subchapter B, Section 157.11, Paragraph a: Max A-weighted sound levels as measured at 50 feet: 84dBA at 35 mph or less; 88dBA above 35mph. |
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| State Insurance Requirements |
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/5) |
| Handlebar Height |
No restrictions
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| Rider-Education Waiver |
Skill & Knowledge Test |
| Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States |
Yes |
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| Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane |
Yes.
§ 3523. Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic
Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic.
(d) Limitation on operating abreast.--Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane.
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| Lane Splitting |
§ 3523. Operating motorcycles on roadways laned for traffic
(b) Overtaking and passing.--The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken.
(c) Operation between lanes or vehicles.--No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
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| Lemon Law Coverage |
No; Pennsylvania (PA) Attorney General's Office - Title 73 Chapter 28, Sections 1951-1963
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| Off Road
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| Safety Helmet |
Required by law
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| Eye Protection |
Not Required |
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| Minimum Operator Age |
Under age 8 not allowed to operate an ATV |
| Rider Education Certification |
Required if under 16 years of age |
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| Operator License |
Not Required |
| Headlight |
Required after sunset |
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| Taillight |
Required after sunset |
| Muffler |
Required by law
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| Maximum Sound Level |
Sound level shall not exceed 99dba at 20 inches |
| Spark Arrestor |
Not Required |
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| Registration |
Required by law
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| Vehicle Title |
Required by law
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| Trails Program |
Available |
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