Kansas' current motorcycle laws:
8-1598
Chapter 8.--AUTOMOBILES
AND OTHER VEHICLES
Article 15.--UNIFORM ACT REGULATING TRAFFIC; RULES OF THE ROAD
8-1598. Operation of motorcycles; equipment required for operators
and riders. (a) No person under the age of 18 years shall operate
or ride upon a motorcycle or a motorized bicycle, unless wearing
a helmet which complies with minimum guidelines established
by the national highway traffic safety administration pursuant
to the national traffic and motor vehicle safety act of 1966
for helmets designed for use by motorcyclists and other motor
vehicle users.
(b) No person shall operate a motorcycle unless such person
is wearing an eye-protective device which shall consist of protective
glasses, goggles or transparent face shields which are shatter
proof and impact resistant, except when the motorcycle is equipped
with a windscreen which has a minimum height of 10 inches measured
from the center of the handlebars.
(c) This section shall not apply to persons riding within an
enclosed cab or on a golf cart, nor shall it apply to any person
operating or riding any industrial or cargo-type vehicle having
three wheels and commonly known as a truckster.
History:
L. 1974, ch. 33, § 8-1598; L. 1975, ch. 427, § 30;
L. 1976, ch. 51, § 1; L. 1979, ch. 41, § 1; L. 1982,
ch. 36, § 1; L. 1997, ch. 80, § 2; July 1.
ABATE of Kansas
ABATE of Kansas, Inc. is a neutral organization that unites all motorcycle riders and enthusiasts to safeguard their rights and influence state and federal legislation.
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Primary Goal: To put motorcycle legislation in its proper perspective by lobbying against bills considered unfair or discriminatory to motorcyclists.
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Key Activities: Engaging in educational programs, public awareness campaigns, and other proposals designed to promote safe motorcycling and prevent accidents.
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Stance: They are strong advocates for the right to choose regarding helmet use (Anti-Helmet Law, not Anti-Helmet), and they monitor all bills and regulations impacting motorcycling.
The organization is divided into numerous districts throughout the state to organize and mobilize local efforts.
