7 New York motorcycle laws you should know
Brandon J. Broderick, Personal Injury Attorney at Law
For motorcycle riders, the freedom of the open road is irresistible. While riding has many benefits, it also has many risks. In fact, according to the?NHTSA, motorcyclists are more than 28 times more likely than drivers or passengers in cars to die in a motor vehicle accident and five times more likely to be injured. For safety’s sake, New York has several laws all riders should be aware of. Not only can following these laws help to keep you from being severely injured (or worse) in an accident, they can also keep you from getting a traffic ticket or risking some liability in a crash.?
You Must Have a New York Class M or Class MJ License
New York state residents must have a Class M or Class MJ license in order to drive a motorcycle. In order to get this type of license, you must first get a motorcycle learner permit. New York State recommends that you take the?New York Motorcycle Safety Program Basic Rider Course. By doing so, you are not only learning how to ride safely and responsibly, you are gaining the experience needed to get the recommended 30 hours of practice on a motorcycle.
Helmets are the Law in New York
Helmets are required by law in New York for riders and passengers on a motorcycle. Studies show that?riding a motorcycle without a helmet increases the risk of death?in an accident by more than 40%; and, unhelmeted riders are three times more likely to suffer a traumatic brain injury in a crash. Without question, riding with a helmet is safer than without.
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You Must Have Insurance
In order to register your motorcycle, you must have auto liability insurance However, your most important consideration should be how much insurance you need to cover your medical bills, lost ages and other losses in the event of an accident. We recommend purchasing the most coverage you can afford and consider purchasing?underinsured/ uninsured motorist insurance?that could cover additional damages if the other driver’s insurance policy does not cover the bills?
Eye Protection is Required
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