Motorcycle Laws

All members are responsible for knowing, and complying with, the laws of West Virginia and any other state in which they may ride. 

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West Virginia

Road
Safety Helmet Required by law.  Reflectorization required
State Funded Rider Ed Available for all eligible applicants
Eye Protection Required by law
Daytime Use of Headlight Required by law
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 required by law
Radar Detector No Restriction
Turn Signals Required by law
Muffler No acoustical criteria.
Maximum Sound Level No acoustical criteria.
State Insurance Requirements Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10)
Handlebar Height Maximum of 15" above seat

Rider-Education Waiver

Skill & Knowledge Test
Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States Yes
Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes
Lane Splitting Not referenced in Administrative Code or Statutes

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