Review these Oklahoma motorcycle laws and safety tips and enjoy your ride on Oklahoma roads!
Oklahoma Motorcycle Laws
Vehicle and Equipment
- Safety helmet required by law for anyone under 18. Recommended for all.
- Eye Protection required by law for all drivers unless the bike is equipped with a windscreen.
- Daytime headlight use required by state law.
- Passenger seat and footrest required when carrying a passenger.
- No restrictions on helmet speakers.Handlebar Height – No higher than eye level of the operator.
- Both left and right side mirrors required by law.
- No restriction on radar detectors.
- Muffler or other effective noise-suppressing system required in good working order and in constant operation.
- Exhaust system modification for sound enhancement prohibited by law.
Passengers
- Eye protection required for all passengers unless bike is equipped with a windscreen.
- No passenger age restrictions.
- Safety helmet required for passengers under 18.
Licensing
- Motorcycle License Endorsement Required.
- Oklahoma Accepts Motorcycle Endorsement from Other States.
Oklahoma Motorcycle Safety Tips
- Give yourself plenty of space and ride defensively. People driving cars often have difficulty seeing motorcyclists and reacting in time.
- Develop good riding techniques and practice before getting into heavy traffic. Know how to handle your motorcycle in conditions such as wet roads, high winds and uneven surfaces.
- Always follow the posted speeding limit.
- Don’t ride when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
- Be aware of the blind spots of other drivers and avoid weaving between lanes.
- Use lane positioning to be seen. Ride in the part of the lane where you are most visible.
- Wear a quality helmet and eye protection.
- Use bright clothing, a light-colored helmet and reflective strips or decals on your clothing or motorcycle to increase your visibility for other drivers.
- Leather or other thick clothing materials will protect you while riding your motorcycle. Choose long sleeves and pants, over-the-ankle boots and gloves.
- Make sure that your headlight works and is on day and night.
- Flash your brake light when slowing down and before stopping.
- Watch for turning vehicles, signal your next move in advance and don’t be afraid to use your horn.
- Be vigilant and beware of changing road conditions.
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