Motorcycles are exciting vehicles to ride around Bentonville and the entire state of Arkansas.
Arkansas Motorcycle Laws
When riding a motorcycle in Bentonville, you should be aware of state laws surrounding riding your motorbike so that you can follow the rules and stay as safe as possible. The laws also come into play if you get into an accident because your lawyer will need to know if you were following the rules so that they can determine if you were in any way at fault for the collision.
According to the Arkansas Code, these are the rules for riding a motorcycle in our state:
- A motorcycle must be equipped with at least one headlight, a rear red reflector, a red rear light, hand or foot brakes, a horn, a muffler, supports for feet, and electrical turn signals.
- Headlights must run during the daytime as well.
- All passengers under 21 must wear a helmet, protective goggles, or transparent face shields.
- Helmets are not required over the age of 21, but protective goggles are required for all riders, regardless of age.
- There must be only one rider per seat; no more than two riders can be on a motorcycle at a time.
- People under 16 cannot drive a motorcycle with another person on it.
- Children under eight are not permitted to ride a motorcycle on a public street unless they are in a parade.
- Lane splitting is not mentioned in the Arkansas Code.
On top of these laws for operating a motorcycle, the statute of limitations is another law to pay attention to when you’ve been in an accident while riding your motorbike. If you don’t file a claim within the statute of limitations for personal injury, then you could miss out on holding the negligent driver responsible for their actions that harmed you. In Arkansas, you have three years from the date of the accident to file a motorcycle accident claim. That’s why it’s crucial to get the help of a lawyer quickly after your collision so that you know you’re filing within the legal timeline. Your Bentonville motorcycle accident attorney will help you build a strong case within the statute of limitations and get you the compensation you deserve.