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State Biker Laws -
State Biker Laws
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District of Columbia State Motorcycle Laws
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| | 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 | Yes | | Lemon Law Coverage | No. |
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District of Columbia
