|
If you are new to Tennessee or if you've been here for a while and are just now becoming interested in riding there are some laws you should be aware of.
Below (hit the read more link) is a brief rundown of some of Tennessee's motorcycle specific laws. You can also use the following links to get to some places of interest on the Tennessee.gov website. Enjoy!
Tennessee Motorcycle License Info
The Tennessee Motorcycle Manual (pdf format)
Tennessee Motorcycle Rider Education Program
| Safety Helmet |
Required by law, as specified in Tennessee Code Annotated 55-9-302(a). (Effective July 1, 2005) |
| State Funded Rider Ed |
Available for all eligible applicants |
| Eye Protection |
Required by law unless equipped with windscreen |
| Daytime Use of Headlight |
Required by law-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 |
None |
| Mirror Left(L) Right(R) |
One required by law |
| Radar Detector |
No Restriction |
| Turn Signals |
Not Required |
| Muffler |
No acoustical criteria. |
| Maximum Sound Level |
No acoustical criteria. |
| State Insurance Requirements |
The minimum coverage amount required by the state's financial responsibility law increased on April 1, 2008, to $25,000 for each injured person, up to a total of $50,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage. (The limits prior to April 1 were $20,000 for each injured person, up to a total of $40,000 per accident, and $15,000 for property damage per accident.) The limits will increase again on January 1, 2011, to $30,000 for each injured person, up to a total of $60,000 per accident, and $25,000 for property damage per accident. Drivers will be required to comply with the new limits as their policies are issued or renewed on or after the effective dates. |
| Handlebar Height |
No restriction - (Effective July 1, 2005) |
| Rider-Education Waiver |
Skill & Knowledge Test |
| Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States |
Yes |
| Motorcycles operating two abreast in same lane |
Yes. 55-8-182. Operation of motorcycles on laned roadways. (d) Motorcycles shall not be operated more than two (2) abreast in a single lane. |
| Lane Splitting |
55-8-182. Operation of motorcycles on laned roadways (b) The operator of a motorcycle shall not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken. (c) No person shall operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles. |
| Lemon Law Coverage |
Covers Motorcycles, but not Mopeds or Motorized Bicycles; Tennessee (TN) Department of Commerce and Insurance - Chapter 24, Motor Vehicle Warranties |
|
|
Last Updated on Monday, 27 December 2010 12:12 |
