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Washington Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Licenses in Washington

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

Affordable Motorcycle Insurance in Washington, IA

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Motorcycle Laws in Washington

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

Motorcycle Insurance Providers in Washington, IA

Washington, IA Motorcycle Insurance

Washington, IA Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Insurance Coverage Requirements in Washington


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

Washington Motorcycle Insurance Liability Requirements

Required Motorcycle Insurance Coverage in Washington

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

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

Motorcycle Helmet Laws in Washington

    • No law in place. [3]

Motorcycle Insurance Laws & Regulations in Washington, IA

Motorcycle License Regulations in Washington, IA [3]

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

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

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

  • Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Washington
    • 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 Washington, IA

Rider & Driver Facts in Washington, IA

Washington Accident Reporting Regulations

  • Accident Reporting in Washington [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.

Washington Highway Facts

  • Speed Limits in Washington [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.

Washington 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 Washington

The city of Washington (Iowa) has an approximate population of 7,266 and is located in Washington County. [6]

IA Motorcycle Insurance

Washington, IA Motorcycle Insurance

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

Did you know?

The type, style and age of the motorcycle you ride can affect how much you pay in motorcycle insurance premiums.

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)