Motorcycle Insurance Providers in Alaska
AK Motorcycle Insurance in Alaska
Motorcycle Insurance Coverage Requirements in Alaska
- Minimum Liability Limits in AK: 50/100/25 [2]
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- 50 Required coverage up to $50,000 for one individual injured in an accident
- 100 Required coverage up to $100,000 for all persons injured in an accident
- 25 Required coverage up to $25,000 for property damage in an accident
- Insurer Verification of Insurance in AK [2]
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- Insurer must notify Department of Motor Vehicles or other state agency of cancellation or nonrenewal.
Alaska Motorcycle Insurance Liability Requirements
Mandatory motorcycle insurance coverage for riders in the state of Alaska.
- Motorcycle Insurance Requirements in AK [2]
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- Bodily injury liability coverage
- Property damage liability coverage
Motorcycle Helmet Laws in Alaska
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- Motorcycle helmets required for 17 and younger. [3]
Motorcycle Insurance Laws & Regulations in Alaska
Motorcycle License Regulations in Alaska [4]
Detailed information about Alaska laws and regulations regarding obtaining and maintaining a motorcycle license in the state.
- Motorcycle License Laws in AK
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- Licenses are required for operators at least 16 years old.
- Learner's permits are available for those age 14, but they must ride under the supervision of a licensed motorcycle operator at least 19 years old.
- Operators under age 18 are required to have a 6-month instruction permit.
- A license is required for mopeds. Driver's must be 14 years old, and the bikes can have a maximum engine size of 50 cc.
Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Alaska [4]
Various regulations and laws in Alaska regarding riders and passengers of motorcycles, as well as the equipment used on bikes.
- Motorcycle Equipment Laws in AK
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- Reflectorized helmets are required for operators age 17 and under, for passengers of all ages, and for operators with learner or instructional permits.
- Glasses, goggles, or a windscreen is required.
- Passenger seat and footrests are required if carrying passengers.
- Left and right rearview mirrors are required. Taillights are required.
- Daytime headlights must be on while the motorcycle is in operation.
Rider & Driver Facts in Alaska
Alaska Motorcycle Registrations
- Registered Riders in AK [1]
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- In 2012, Alaska totaled 31,940 motorcycles registrations.
- This number ranks 46th in the United States by state (including Washington, D.C.).
- Note: AK ranked 49th in the nation in total auto registrations (all vehicle types) in 2011.
Alaska Highway Facts
- Speed Limits in AK [3]
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- Rural interstates: 65 mph
- Urban interstates: 55 mph
- Other roads: 55 mph
- Consumption of Motor Fuel in AK [5]
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- Alaska ranked 49th in the U.S. in 2011 in total motor fuel consumption.
Alaska Accident Reporting Regulations
- Accident Reporting in AK [4]
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- Crashes must be reported in cases of death or injury or when property damage exceeds $2,000.
- The deadline to issue a report is 10 days.
Additional information about Alaska
About Alaska
Alaska as a whole has an approximate population of 710,231, which ranks 50th in the nation. [6]
AK Motorcycle Insurance
To learn more about Motorcycle Insurance in Alaska, or for additional resources related to Alaska Motorcycle Insurance, visit the Alaska Department of Insurance.
Did you know?
Currently, 19 states and the District of Columbia have laws requiring all motorcyclists to wear a helmet.
1. ^ Federal Highway Administration
2. ^ Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCIAA)
3. ^ Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)
4. ^ AAA Digest of Motor Laws and/or Alaska DOT
5. ^ U.S. Department of Transportation
6. ^ United States Census Bureau (2010)
