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Wyoming Motorcycle Laws Provided by Our Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Our Wyoming motorcycle accident lawyers have provided this information about riding laws as a resource for riders who live in Wyoming. Motorcycle laws are very similar to regulations throughout the nation and are meant to protect riders and passengers as they enjoy the freedom that comes with riding in Wyoming's beautiful terrain. If you have additional questions, or need aggressive representation for a Wyoming motorcycle accident, don't hesitate to contact our Wyoming motorcycle accident lawyers today.
Rider Safety Equipment
Like many states, including Colorado and Arizona, Wyoming requires riders age 18 and under to wear a safety helmet. The use of protective eye wear is not mandated by law and there are no restrictions on helmet speakers or radar detectors.
Bike Specifications
All motorcycles on the roads of Wyoming must be equipped with a passenger seat and footrest when carrying passengers. There are no restrictions on the use of radar detection devices and turn signals are not required. Wyoming law also requires:
- At least one rear-view mirror
- Handlebars with grips below shoulder height
- Mufflers with no acoustical criteria (no maximum sound level)
- Skill and knowledge test for rider-education waiver
Off-Road Riding
The wide open plains of Wyoming offer ample opportunities for off-road riding. The state’s laws for such activities include:
- No restriction on operator age
- Safety helmets and protective eye gear are not required
- A rider education certificate or motorcycle license is not required
- Headlights, taillights, vehicle title, and registration are not required
- A muffler and spark arrestor are required
Rules of the Road
Wyoming motorcycle law allows motorcycles to drive abreast in the same lane if agreed upon by both motorcyclists. However, lane splitting is against the law.
Insurance Requirements
In Wyoming, all motorcycle drivers are required to carry minimum compulsory liability insurance. The minimum Wyoming vehicle and motorcycle insurance coverage requirements are:
- Bodily injury coverage of at least $25,000 per person injured, and $50,000 for all persons injured in an accident
- Property damage coverage of at least $20,000
A Law Tigers motorcycle accident attorney can provide you with more detailed information about the type of insurance you should carry if you ride a motorcycle. It is important to have comprehensive insurance should you ever be involved in an accident.
For more information about insurance requirements and motorcycle laws in Wyoming, don't hesitate to contact an accident attorney from Law Tigers today.
Contact Our Wyoming Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
If you have questions about Wyoming motorcycle laws, contact the motorcycle accident attorneys at Law Tigers today.
