MOtorcycle safety information

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Motorcycles are vehicles with the same rights and privileges as any motor vehicle on the roadway. All motorists are reminded to safely "share the road" with motorcycles and to be extra alert to help keep motorcyclists safe. Motorcyclists are reminded to make themselves visible to other motorists.
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Motorcycle Safety Link
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Map of Popular Motorcycle Routes

Tennessee Motorcycle Laws

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  • Safety Helmet required by law (TCA 55-9-302)
  • Daytime Use of Headlight required by state law (TCA 55-8-164(b))
  • Eye Protection required by law unless equipped with windscreen (TCA 55-9-304)
  • Lane Splitting not authorized (TCA 55-8-182 (B & C))
  • Mirror Left (L) Right (R) one required by law (TCA 55-9-305)
  • Muffler required, cutouts prohibited (TCA 55-9-202)
  • Passenger Footrest & Passenger Seat required if carrying a passenger (TCA 55-9-305/TCA 55-8-164(a))