ATVs that are more than 25 years old. Operable brakes. A throttle that returns the engine to idle when pressure is removed. A muffler, with spark arrester, that keeps noise below 96 db from 20 inches. They are also limited to operating a Class 1 ATV. Children ages 10 and 11 can operate a Class 1 ATV on private property with the permission of the landowner. The same rule applies to an ATV with side by side seating up to cc.
Children under the age of 12 may not operate on or cross a public road. Children aged may only operate a Class 1 ATV. Children under the age of 16 must have permission of a parent or guardian to operate an ATV. Children under the age of 18 are required to wear a securely fastened helmet when riding.
Children under the age of 18 are required to have adequate eye protection, which means a face shield on your helmet or goggles. We trust these Oakley goggles as we have seen them hold up to hitting a bolt at high speeds and preventing a devastating injury. Children aged 15 must be accompanied by parent or guardian while operating a Class 2 ATV. Children aged 15 or older may operate a Class 2 ATV only on the right shoulder or extreme right side of a public road and they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian on a separate ATV.
For a passenger under the age of 18, you must wear a helmet and, if applicable, a seat belt. Upper Legs While the rider is seated on the ATV, their upper legs should be horizontal or parallel to the foot rests.
Hand Size While the rider is sitting on the ATV and gripping the handlebars, they should be able to extend their fingers to the brake lever such that the first joint on the index finger extends beyond the brake lever. Operation of an ATV or UTV is prohibited on the following roadways in Minnesota: the median of a four-lane highway; within the right-of-way on any interstate highway or freeway; on the right-of-way between opposing lanes of traffic; on grant-in-aid snowmobile trails; on trails designated as non-motorized; at airports; and on any roads designated closed to ATVs by local ordinance.
On any frozen public waters without legal access or where it is designated as prohibited. In any area restricted by a local ordinance. In a tree nursery or planting area. On state forest lands that are posted or designated closed to motorized uses. On any agricultural land without permission of the landowner In most state parks, state recreation areas, state historic sites, wildlife management areas WMAs , state scientific and natural areas SNAs unless there is a posted trail or area open to ATV use.
In these counties, you are permitted to operate an ATV or UTV only in the following locations: On private property with permission of the landowner, occupant or lessee. Land posted with signs specifically permitting the use of OHVs. In these other counties, you are permitted to operate an ATV or UTV as follows: On private land with permission of the landowner, occupant or lessee.
On frozen public waters where you can gain legal access so long as it is not otherwise restricted by law or local ordinance. On any public lands and trails that are open to OHVs. Riding in State Forest Lands Operating in state forest lands is not as straight-forward as you would hope.
In general, the following rules apply to riding in the different categories of state forest lands: In managed state forests north of U.
In the Richard J. You must obey all trail signs. You must stay to the right side of the trail when meeting or being passed by another trail user. When passing another trail user, you must pass on the left side only when the trail is free from oncoming traffic.
When you come across a horse, you must shut off your engine until the horse has passed or until you are waved on. You must yield to traffic when entering or crossing a trail. To retrieve big game between September and December. To hunt for big game or construct stands between October and December. To trap during the open season for protected furbearers.
To trap for minnows under certain conditions. From 11 a. It is unlawful to operate an an ATV or UTV in a careless, reckless or negligent manner that endangers another person or property. It is unlawful to enter or leave lands by cutting wire or tearing down a fence. However, you do need a standard driver's license to operate your ATV on roads. This applies even if you're just crossing the road briefly or riding in the ditch alongside the road.
Separate from a driver's license, anyone born after July 1, , must take an ATV safety course to drive on public land or trails. This course covers topics such as trail rules, equipment you'll need and safety procedures. Riders under the age of 16 must also take a hands-on ATV skills course before they can ride on public land.
Yes, you are generally required to register your ATV with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources DNR before you can ride it in the state — even if you're only going to use it on private property. Bring a record of your ATV's make, model, year, and total width and engine size. You'll need the serial number and sales receipt, too. Once you fill out the paperwork and pay the registration fee, you'll be issued a card and a registration decal.
You'll also need to get a registration plate from a private store with your ATV's registration number on it, mount the plate to the back of your ATV and apply the registration decal to the plate. There are a few times when it's acceptable to ride an ATV that has not been registered with the state government, such as:.
The minimum unrestricted age to ride an ATV by yourself in Minnesota is However, riders under that age can operate smaller vehicles under adult supervision, with more privileges available as the child gets older. ATV drivers and passengers over the age of 18 are not required to wear helmets. However, anyone on an ATV who is under 18 years old is required to wear a helmet designed specifically for motor vehicles.
Bicycle helmets don't meet this standard. Riding on trails or property that don't specifically allow ATVs is illegal and dangerous , both for you and for other people nearby. The rules that dictate where you're allowed to ride are fairly complex, so be sure you understand them before riding. According to Minnesota state law, a vehicle is an ATV if it has between three and six low-PSI tires, with a total weight of less than 2, pounds and maximum width of 65 inches.
Note that golf carts, dune buggies, go-karts and riding lawn mowers are all excluded from the category of ATVs. It has not been previewed, commissioned or otherwise endorsed by any of our network partners. To get an insurance quote over the phone, call: Agents available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!
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