Kansas Motorcycle Info: Insurance, Licensing, Safety, and More
Motorcycle Insurance & Requirements
There is a requirement of motorcycle insurance with a compulsory liability in Kansas. 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: $10,000
When looking for insurance quotes in Kansas, 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 Kansas websites for updated and detailed information
Helmet Laws
Motorcycle drivers under 18 are covered by Kansas state helmet law. Helmets are required to be worn by riders under this age. 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 Kansas 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 Kansas. See www.msf-usa.org for a complete and updated list
- Wichita - Motorcycle Rider Education
- Overland Park - Johnson County Community College
- Kansas City - Kck Community College Continuing Education
- Topeka - Topeka Harley-davidson
- Junction City - Barton Community College Grandview Plaza Campus
- Fort Riley - Fort Riley
- Chanute - Neosho County Community College
- Burlington - Burlington High School
Accidents and Safety in Kansas
According to the National Highway Traffic Association and Federal Highway Administration, in 2008 there were 84,259 motorcycles registered in Kansas with only 43 motorcycle accident deaths in the state.
| State | Registered Motorcycles | Motorcycle Riders Killed | Percent Helmeted | Percent Not Helmeted | Impaired Riders Killed (BAC=.01+) |
| KS | 84.259 | 43 | 26% | 74% | 49% |
| NE | 43.407 | 19 | 84% | 16% | 39% |
| MO | 99.025 | 102 | 77% | 23% | 36% |
| OK | 115.588 | 80 | 25% | 75% | 32% |
| CO | 118.391 | 88 | 33% | 67% | 32% |
Sweet Rides in Kansas
Here are some of the designated highways to consider for a ride. Enjoy the beautiful vistas the state has to offer bikers.
- Flint Hills Scenic Byway
- Wetlands and Wildlife Scenic Byway
- Frontier Military Scenic Byway
- Glacial Hills Scenic Byway
- Gypsum Hills Scenic Byway
- Native Stone Scenic Byway
- Post Rock Scenic Byway
- Prairie Trail Scenic Byway
- Smoky Valley Scenic Byway
- Western Vistas Historic Byway
Biking Clubs
- Riders On a Mission
Useful Resources
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