Maryland Motorcycle Laws - View All States Motorcycle Laws
We have put together a simple list of the primary Maryland state motorcycle laws to help you when traveling through Maryland on a motorcycle. These Maryland motorcycle laws where confirmed accurate as of the time of publishing and are provided to you as a reference only. For Maryland's complete motorcycle laws, please visit the Maryland state Motor Vehicle website.
| Safety Helmet: | Required by law |
| Eye Protection: | Required by law unless equipped with windscreen |
| Passenger Age: | No Restriction |
| Helmet Speakers: | Single earphone only |
| Mirrors: | Two required by law |
| Headlight: | No Restriction |
| Turn Signals: | Not Required |
| Handlebars: | Maximum of 15" above seat |
| Muffler: | Muffler required. |
| Noise Restrictions: | Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurement distance of 50 feet (Sec. 11.14.07.04): 1)After 7/1/75 82-86dBA 2)after 1/1/79 78-82dBA. |
| Riding Two Abreast in Lane: | Operating on laned roadways Motorcycles not to be driven more than two abreast.- Motorcycles may not be operated more than two abreast in a single lane. |
| Lane Splitting: | Overtaking and passing.- The operator of a motorcycle may not overtake and pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle being overtaken (d) Driving between lanes of traffic prohibited.- A person may not operate a motorcycle between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles |
| Insurance: |
Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(20/40/10)
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