ATV Laws
The new North Carolina ATV Safety Law (SB 189) was passed for your safety. To ride right, riders must be at least eight years old and:
Ride an ATV that's right for their age:
- 8-11 years of age - under 70cc engine displacement
- 12-15 years of age - 70cc - 90cc engine displacement
- 16 years of age and older - over 90cc engine displacement
Ride supervised:
- ATVs are not toys. If you are under 16, you must be supervised by a person at least 18 years old.
Ride with protection:
- Always wear a DOT-approved helmet
- Always wear eye protection
Ride in control:
- Never carry a passenger on a single-rider vehicle
Ride aware:
- Never use alcohol or drugs that can impair vision and coordination
- Never ride on public streets or roads or you may be hit by another vehicle
- Stay on trails and ride at a safe speed
Ride an ATV that has:
- A brake system in good working order
- An effective muffler
- A USDA Forest Service approved spark arrester
For additional information or materials, visit the ATV Safety Institute.
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