| Motorcycle Laws In Washington, D.C. |
| Safety
Helmet |
Required
by law |
| State
Funded Rider Ed |
Not
available |
| Eye
Protection |
Required
by law unless equipped with windscreen |
| Daytime Use
of Headlight |
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 |
Required
by law |
| Mirror
Left(L) Right(R) |
One on
left side required |
| Radar
Detector |
Prohibited
to use or possess |
| Turn Signals |
Not
required |
| Muffler |
No
person shall modify or
alter the exhaust system of a motor vehicle or motorcycle in a manner
which will amplify or increase the noise emitted by the vehicle above
the limits set forth in section b (see Maximum Sound Level). |
| Maximum
Sound Level |
Maximum
allowable
A-weighted sound level based on measurements takent at a distance of 50
feet from center line of travel: 1)less than 35 mph--82 dBA 2) over 35
mph--86dBA. |
| State
Insurance Requirements |
Compulsory
Liability (Minimum Limits)(25/50/10) |
| Handlebar
Height |
Maximum
of 15" above seat - Required by inspection regulations |
| Rider-Education
Waiver |
No |
| Accept
Motorcycle Endorsement From
Other States |
Yes |
| Accept
RiderEd Completion Card From
Other States |
Yes |
| Lemon Law
Coverage |
No. |
