Idaho Motorcycle Info: Insurance, Licensing, Safety, and More
Motorcycle Insurance & Requirements
Insurance regulations in Idaho state motorcycle is mandatory by law. There is a minimum compulsory liability of:
- Bodily Injury Liability Limit for Individual: $25,000
- Bodily Injury Liability Limit for Every Person in Accident: $50,000
- Property Damage Liability Limit: $15,000
When looking for insurance quotes in Idaho, 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 Idaho websites for updated and detailed information
- Idaho Driver License Information
- Idaho DMV
- Idaho Transportation Department
- Idaho State Police MCSAP Video Online
Helmet Laws
Operators less than 17 years old in Idaho are covered under the helmet law. 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 Idaho 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 Idaho. See www.msf-usa.org for a complete and updated list
Accidents and Safety in Idaho
According to the National Highway Traffic Association and Federal Highway Administration, in 2008 there were 64,163 motorcycles registered in Idaho with only 29 motorcycle accident deaths in the state.
| State | Registered Motorcycles | Motorcycle Riders Killed | Percent Helmeted | Percent Not Helmeted | Impaired Riders Killed (BAC=.01+) |
| ID | 64.163 | 29 | 62% | 38% | 32% |
| MT | 112.324 | 32 | 40% | 60% | 31% |
| WY | 30.502 | 17 | 41% | 59% | 23% |
| UT | 57.806 | 34 | 32% | 68% | 15% |
| NV | 64.733 | 59 | 75% | 25% | 42% |
| OR | 102.287 | 43 | 98% | 2% | 35% |
| WA | 233.508 | 78 | 95% | 5% | 43% |
Sweet Rides in Idaho
Here are some of the designated highways to consider for a ride. Enjoy the beautiful vistas the state has to offer bikers.
- International Selkirk Loop
- Northwest Passage Scenic Byway
- Payette River Scenic Byway
- Pend Oreille Scenic Byway
- Pioneer Historic Byway
- Western Heritage Historic Byway
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