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Rutherfordton Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Licenses in Rutherfordton

^ To drive a motorcycle, a person shall have a full provisional license with a motorcycle learner's [Read More]

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Motorcycle Laws in Rutherfordton

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Motorcycle Insurance Providers in Rutherfordton, NC

Rutherfordton, NC Motorcycle Insurance

Rutherfordton, NC Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Insurance Coverage Requirements in Rutherfordton


  • Minimum Liability Limits in Rutherfordton, NC: 30/60/25 [2]
    • 30  Required coverage up to $30,000 for one individual injured in an accident
    • 60  Required coverage up to $60,000 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 Rutherfordton [2]
    • Insurer must notify Department of Motor Vehicles or other state agency of cancellation or nonrenewal.
    • Insurers must submit entire list of insurance in effect, which may be compared with registrations at a state agency. Also known as a computer data law.

Rutherfordton Motorcycle Insurance Liability Requirements

Required Motorcycle Insurance Coverage in Rutherfordton

Mandatory motorcycle insurance coverage for riders in the state of Rutherfordton, NC.

  • Motorcycle Insurance Requirements in Rutherfordton [2]
    • Bodily injury liability coverage
    • Property damage liability coverage
    • Uninsured motorist coverage
    • Underinsured motorist coverage
    • Note: Underinsured motorist coverage is mandatory in policies with uninsured motorist limits exceeding 30/60.

Motorcycle Helmet Laws in Rutherfordton

    • Motorcycle helmets required for all riders. [3]

Motorcycle Insurance Laws & Regulations in Rutherfordton, NC

Motorcycle License Regulations in Rutherfordton, NC [3]

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

Motorcycle License Laws in Rutherfordton
  • Motorcycle License Laws in Rutherfordton
    • To drive a motorcycle, a person shall have a full provisional license with a motorcycle learner's permit, a regular driver's license with a motorcycle learner's permit, a full provisional license with a motorcycle endorsement, or a regular driver's license with a motorcycle endorsement.
    • To obtain a motorcycle endorsement, an applicant must pass a knowledge test concerning motorcycles, pay the fee, and either pass a road test or provide proof of successful completion of the North Carolina motorcycle safety education program basic rider course or experienced rider course, or any other approved course for this purpose.
    • An applicant must pass a vision test, road sign test, and written test to obtain a motorcycle learner's permit. A motorcycle learner's permit is valid for 12 months after it is issued, and may be renewed for one additional 6-month period.
    • Motorcycle Learner's Permit: A person who is 16 or 17 years old and has a full provisional license, or a person who is at least 18 years old and has a valid license, is eligible for a motorcycle learner's permit.

Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Rutherfordton, NC [3]

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

  • Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Rutherfordton
    • The operator and all passengers of a motorcycle or moped must wear a protective helmet.
    • Eye protection is not required for riders in North Carolina.
    • Passenger footrest required if carrying a passenger.
    • Every motorcycle and motor-driven cycle shall be equipped with either 1 or 2 headlamps that shall be lighted at all times when the motorcycle is in operation. Lights must be on at all times.
    • Every motorcycle shall be equipped with a rearview mirror that provides a clear, undistorted, and unobstructed view of at least 200 feet to the rear.

Rider & Driver Facts in Rutherfordton, NC

Rider & Driver Facts in Rutherfordton, NC

Rutherfordton Accident Reporting Regulations

  • Accident Reporting in Rutherfordton [3]
    • Crashes are required to be immediately reported in cases of death or injury.
    • Crashes are required to be immediately reported when property damage exceeds $1,000.

Rutherfordton Highway Facts

  • Speed Limits in Rutherfordton [2]
    • Rural interstates: 70 mph
    • Urban interstates: 70 mph
    • Other roads: 55 mph
  • Consumption of Motor Fuel in NC [4]
    • North Carolina ranked 9th in the U.S. in 2011 in total motor fuel consumption.

Rutherfordton Motorcycle Registrations

  • Registered Riders in NC [5]
    • In 2012, North Carolina totaled 199,205 motorcycles registrations.
    • This number ranks 16th in the United States by state (including Washington, D.C.).
    • Note: NC ranked 12th in the nation in total auto registrations (all vehicle types) in 2011.

Additional information about North Carolina

About Rutherfordton

The town of Rutherfordton (North Carolina) has an approximate population of 4,213 and is located in Rutherford County. [6]

NC Motorcycle Insurance

Rutherfordton, NC Motorcycle Insurance

To learn more about about Motorcycle Insurance in Rutherfordton, or for additional resources related to Rutherfordton Motorcycle Insurance, visit the North Carolina Department of Insurance.

Did you know?

According to the Insurance Information Institute, there were about 8.5 million motorcycles on the road in 2012.

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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 North Carolina DOT

4. ^ U.S. Department of Transportation

5. ^ Federal Highway Administration

6. ^ United States Census Bureau (2010)