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Bedford Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Licenses in Bedford

^ Class M driver's or Endorsement L licenses are issued for the operation of a motorcycle. [Read More]

Affordable Motorcycle Insurance in Bedford, IA

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Motorcycle Laws in Bedford

^ Iowa does not have a motorcycle helmet law. [Read More]

Motorcycle Insurance Providers in Bedford, IA

Bedford, IA Motorcycle Insurance

Bedford, IA Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Insurance Coverage Requirements in Bedford


  • Minimum Liability Limits in Bedford, IA: 20/40/15 [2]
    • 20  Required coverage up to $20,000 for one individual injured in an accident
    • 40  Required coverage up to $40,000 for all persons injured in an accident
    • 15  Required coverage up to $15,000 for property damage in an accident

  • Insurer Verification of Insurance in Bedford [2]
    • Insurer must notify Department of Motor Vehicles or other state agency of cancellation or nonrenewal.

Bedford Motorcycle Insurance Liability Requirements

Required Motorcycle Insurance Coverage in Bedford

Mandatory motorcycle insurance coverage for riders in the state of Bedford, IA.

  • Motorcycle Insurance Requirements in Bedford [2]
    • Bodily injury liability coverage
    • Property damage liability coverage

Motorcycle Helmet Laws in Bedford

    • No law in place. [3]

Motorcycle Insurance Laws & Regulations in Bedford, IA

Motorcycle License Regulations in Bedford, IA [3]

Detailed information about Bedford laws and regulations regarding obtaining and maintaining a motorcycle license in the state.

Motorcycle License Laws in Bedford
  • Motorcycle License Laws in Bedford
    • Class M driver's or Endorsement L licenses are issued for the operation of a motorcycle.
    • Applicants under the age of 18 for a motorcycle driver's license must successfully complete a motorcycle education course.

Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Bedford, IA [3]

Various regulations and laws in Bedford regarding riders and passengers of motorcycles, as well as the equipment used on bikes.

  • Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Bedford
    • Iowa does not have a motorcycle helmet law.
    • Eye protection is not required for riders in Iowa.
    • The motorcycle must be equipped with footrests for the passenger unless the passenger is riding in a sidecar or enclosed cab.
    • A person must not operate or ride a motorcycle on the highways with another person on the motorcycle unless the motorcycle is designed to carry more than 1 person.
    • Passengers may ride upon the regular seat if designed for 2 persons, or upon another seat firmly attached at the rear.

Rider & Driver Facts in Bedford, IA

Rider & Driver Facts in Bedford, IA

Bedford Accident Reporting Regulations

  • Accident Reporting in Bedford [3]
    • Drivers are not required to fill out a DOT report for an accident resulting in personal injury, death, or damage of $1,500 or more if the accident is investigated by a law enforcement agency.
    • If required to submit an accident report, the deadline is 3 days.

Bedford Highway Facts

  • Speed Limits in Bedford [2]
    • Rural interstates: 70 mph
    • Urban interstates: 55 mph
    • Other roads: 55 mph
  • Consumption of Motor Fuel in IA [4]
    • Iowa ranked 28th in the U.S. in 2011 in total motor fuel consumption.

Bedford Motorcycle Registrations

  • Registered Riders in IA [5]
    • In 2012, Iowa totaled 180,063 motorcycles registrations.
    • This number ranks 18th in the United States by state (including Washington, D.C.).
    • Note: IA ranked 27th in the nation in total auto registrations (all vehicle types) in 2011.

Additional information about Iowa

About Bedford

The city of Bedford (Iowa) has an approximate population of 1,440 and is located in Taylor County. [6]

IA Motorcycle Insurance

Bedford, IA Motorcycle Insurance

To learn more about about Motorcycle Insurance in Bedford, or for additional resources related to Bedford Motorcycle Insurance, visit the Iowa Department of Insurance.

Did you know?

Much like car insurance, maintaining a good driving record can help keep motorcycle insurance rates low.

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References

1. ^ Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCIAA)

2. ^ Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)

3. ^ AAA Digest of Motor Laws and/or Iowa DOT

4. ^ U.S. Department of Transportation

5. ^ Federal Highway Administration

6. ^ United States Census Bureau (2010)