Connecticut Motorcycle Info: Insurance, Licensing, Safety, and More
Motorcycle Insurance & Requirements
It is illegal to not carry motorcycle insurance in Connecticut. There is a minimum compulsory liability of:
- Bodily Injury Liability Limit for Individual: $20,000
- Bodily Injury Liability Limit for Every Person in Accident: $40,000
- Property Damage Liability Limit: $10,000
When looking for insurance quotes in Connecticut, you may want to begin by looking at our review of insurance companies or get more detailed information on motorcycle insurance companies from the state regulator's website. You can see the full list of licensed insurers in the state plus get many other useful resources including information on how to file a complaint by visiting the state insurance division web site.
Licensing and Registration
Please visit these Connecticut websites for updated and detailed information
Helmet Laws
Riders who are seventeen years and younger are covered by the Connecticut helmet law. These younger riders are required to wear a helmet. We strongly advocate the use of helmets at all times for all riders and passengers to protect from injuries.
Use our specialized search to find Connecticut motorcycle resources
Motorcycle Safety Schools and Training Programs
Many states offer motorcycle safety training programs and most insurance companies will offer discounts to bikers that have completed a certified course.
Below is a partial list of The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Certified Safety courses in Connecticut. See www.msf-usa.org for a complete and updated list
- New Haven - Gateway Comm College
- Hartford - Statewide Locations
- Waterbury - Naugatuck Valley Comm College - Lower Lot
- East Granby - Northwestern ct Comm. College
- Farmington - Tunxis Community College (1)
- Manchester - Manchester Community College
- Danielson - Quinebaug Valley - Danielson
- Groton - Quinebaug Valley Comm Coll - Groton
Accidents and Safety in Connecticut
According to the National Highway Traffic Association and Federal Highway Administration, in 2008 there were 65,475 motorcycles registered in Connecticut with only 50 motorcycle accident deaths in the state.
| State | Registered Motorcycles | Motorcycle Riders Killed | Percent Helmeted | Percent Not Helmeted | Impaired Riders Killed (BAC=.01+) |
| CT | 65.475 | 50 | 37% | 63% | 37% |
| MA | 153.444 | 41 | 97% | 3% | 40% |
| RI | 32.02081089 | 7 | 71% | 29% | 30% |
| NY | 339.633 | 177 | 81% | 19% | 30% |
Sweet Rides in Connecticut
Here are some of the designated highways to consider for a ride. Enjoy the beautiful vistas the state has to offer bikers.
- Ct State Route 169
- Merritt Parkway
- State Routes 49 & 14A
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