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A summary of the current laws for Ohio Motorcyclists
(let us know
if you find a discrepancy).
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| Safety Helmet |
Required by law for
novice riders, required under age 18 |
| State Funded Rider Ed |
Available for all
eligible applicants. As of January 1, 2001 the issuing
of motorcycle endorsements will be given upon successful
completion of the motorcycle safety course-required
under age 18 |
| Eye Protection |
Required by law unless
equipped with windscreen |
| Daytime Use of Headlight |
Modulating headlight
permitted, daytime use not required |
| Passenger Seat
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Required if carrying a
passenger |
| Passenger Footrest
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Required by law if
carrying a passenger |
| Passenger Age Restriction |
None |
| Helmet Speakers |
No Restrictions |
| Periodic Safety
Inspection |
Required by law - random |
| Mirrors
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Left and right
required by law |
| Radar Detector |
No Restriction |
| Turn Signals |
Required if manufactured
in 1968 and after |
| Muffler |
Muffler required |
| Maximum Sound Level |
Counties and Townships
may adopt regulations that establish Max A-weighted
sound level based on measurement at a distance not less
than 50 feet from center line of travel (Title 45,
4513.221): 1)82dBA at 35 mph or less; 2)86dBA at more
than 35 mph. |
| State Insurance
Requirements |
Compulsory Liability
(Minimum Limits)(12.5/25/7.5) |
| Handlebar Height
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Maximum
of 15" above seat & can not be above shoulder
level. |
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Contact us if you notice any changes/updates of the
above listed laws.
Motorcycle
Laws (road & off-road) for all states |
