Nevada Motorcycle Info: Insurance, Licensing, Safety, and More
Motorcycle Insurance & Requirements
Insurance for your motorcycle is mandatory by law. There is a minimum Nevada compulsory liability of:
- Bodily Injury Liability Limit for Individual: $15,000
- Bodily Injury Liability Limit for Every Person in Accident: $30,000
- Property Damage Liability Limit: $10,000
When looking for insurance quotes in Nevada, 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
Nevada requires riders to either complete an approved course or take the Nevada DMV motorcycle written and skills tests. Upon completion, you may bring the Certification of Completion and your existing Nevada license to a DMV Office to have your new license issued. If you are under 18, you must have a parent or guardian sign the financial responsibility statement on the application in person at the DMV.
Please visit these Nevada websites for updated and detailed information
Helmet Laws
Nevada law requires helmets to be in all riders possession and worn by riders and passengers. The driver and passenger must wear protective headgear securely fastened on the head and protective glasses, goggles or face shields meeting Nevada standards. 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 Nevada 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 Nevada. See www.msf-usa.org for a complete and updated list
- North Las Vegas - College of Southern Nevada
- Henderson - Henderson Harley-davidson
- North Las Vegas - College of Southern Nevada
- Reno - Truckee Meadows Community College
- Tonopah - Nye County Airport
- Ely - Ely High School
- Fallon - Naval Air Station Fallon
- Fernley - Silverstate Motorcycle Academy
Accidents and Safety in Nevada
According to the National Highway Traffic Association and Federal Highway Administration, in 2008 there were 64,733 motorcycles registered in Nevada with only 59 motorcycle accident deaths in the state.
| State | Registered Motorcycles | Motorcycle Riders Killed | Percent Helmeted | Percent Not Helmeted | Impaired Riders Killed (BAC=.01+) |
| NV | 64.733 | 59 | 75% | 25% | 42% |
| ID | 64.163 | 29 | 62% | 38% | 32% |
| UT | 57.806 | 34 | 32% | 68% | 15% |
| AZ | 133.586 | 133 | 49% | 51% | 32% |
| CA | 741.027 | 537 | 88% | 12% | 30% |
| OR | 102.287 | 43 | 98% | 2% | 35% |
Sweet Rides in Nevada
Here are some of the designated highways to consider for a ride. Enjoy the beautiful vistas the state has to offer bikers.
- City of Las Vegas - Las Vegas Boulevard State Scenic Byway
- Lake Tahoe - Eastshore Drive
- Las Vegas Strip
- Pyramid Lake Scenic Byway
Biking Clubs
- Mahogany Soul MC
- American Cruisers MC
Useful Resources
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