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Independence Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Licenses in Independence

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

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Motorcycle Laws in Independence

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

Motorcycle Insurance Providers in Independence, IA

Independence, IA Motorcycle Insurance

Independence, IA Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Insurance Coverage Requirements in Independence


  • Minimum Liability Limits in Independence, 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 Independence [2]
    • Insurer must notify Department of Motor Vehicles or other state agency of cancellation or nonrenewal.

Independence Motorcycle Insurance Liability Requirements

Required Motorcycle Insurance Coverage in Independence

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

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

Motorcycle Helmet Laws in Independence

    • No law in place. [3]

Motorcycle Insurance Laws & Regulations in Independence, IA

Motorcycle License Regulations in Independence, IA [3]

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

Motorcycle License Laws in Independence
  • Motorcycle License Laws in Independence
    • 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 Independence, IA [3]

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

  • Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Independence
    • 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 Independence, IA

Rider & Driver Facts in Independence, IA

Independence Accident Reporting Regulations

  • Accident Reporting in Independence [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.

Independence Highway Facts

  • Speed Limits in Independence [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.

Independence 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 Independence

The city of Independence (Iowa) has an approximate population of 5,966 and is located in Buchanan County. [6]

IA Motorcycle Insurance

Independence, IA Motorcycle Insurance

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

Did you know?

Currently, there is no motorcycle helmet use law in two states (Illinois and Iowa).

Additional Cities in IA

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)