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WHO NEEDS TO FOLLOW
THESE LAWS?
RCW 46.04.330 defines a motorcycle as:
"[A] motor vehicle designed to travel on not
more than three wheels, not including any
stabilizing conversion kits." In addition, a
motorcycle must also have a seat or saddle
and handlebars for steering.
EXEMPT:
Electric personal
mobility devices, power
wheelchairs, farm
tractors, motorized foot
scooters, electric-
assisted bicycles, and
mopeds](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)
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- 1. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 9 Motorcycle Laws All Riders in Washington Must Follow
- 2. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 WHO NEEDS TO FOLLOW THESE LAWS? RCW 46.04.330 defines a motorcycle as: "[A] motor vehicle designed to travel on not more than three wheels, not including any stabilizing conversion kits." In addition, a motorcycle must also have a seat or saddle and handlebars for steering. EXEMPT: Electric personal mobility devices, power wheelchairs, farm tractors, motorized foot scooters, electric- assisted bicycles, and mopeds
- 3. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 WHY ARE THE LAWS SO IMPORTANT? Your Safety Reduce Liability Avoid Citations
- 4. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 9 Motorcycle Laws in Washington You Should Know
- 5. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 #1: OBTAIN MOTORCYCLE LICENSE Before you can register a motorcycle, you must have a driver’s license with a motorcycle endorsement. TWO OPTIONS: 1) Complete a motorcycle rider course. 2) Take a knowledge and riding skills test.
- 6. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 #2: REGISTER YOUR BIKE Before you can take your bike out for a ride, you must register it with the Washington State Department of Licensing. Bring Proof of Ownership. Fill out an Odometer Disclosure Statement. Display Valid License Plate.
- 7. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 #3: RED LIGHT LAWS Motorcycles may not trigger red light sensors. Riders may proceed through red lights under the following circumstances: Come to complete stop at red light. Wait at least one cycle. May not violate right of way of other vehicles or pedestrians.
- 8. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 ON STATE HIGHWAYS #4: WEAR A HELMET RCW 46.37.530(1)(c) provides that all motorcyclists must wear a helmet. ✓ ON CITY STREETS ON COUNTY ROADS ✓ ✓
- 9. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 #5: CHECK BIKE GEAR Ensure your bike has the following basic safety features. Left and right mirrors Windshield or face protection Horn that emits sound ≥ 200 ft. Good muffler Handlebars ≤ 30” above saddle Head and tail lamps
- 10. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 #6: FOLLOW THE RULES OF THE ROAD Like drivers, motorcycle operators must obey all the rules of the road, including traffic signals, yield signs, and instructions by police.
- 11. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 #7: DO A SOUND CHECK Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 173-62-030 prohibits excessively loud motorcycles. YOUR BIKE CANNOT EXCEED A SOUND LEVEL OF: Over 78 dBA at speeds of 45 mph or less; and Over 82 dBA for speeds over 45 mph
- 12. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 #8: RIDE TWO ABREAST Washington laws prohibit riding more than two abreast. Riding Solo Riding Two Abreast Riding Three or More Abreast
- 13. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 #9: AVOID LANE SPLITTING Washington law prohibits motorcycle riders from riding between lanes of traffic. YOU ARE ENTITLED TO FULL USE OF YOUR LANE. USE IT.
- 14. maxmeyerslaw.com | 425-242-5595 For more info about motorcycle laws in Washington or for legal advice after a motorcycle accident contact: Personal Injury Attorney Max Meyers: 425-242-5595