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Waterville Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Licenses in Waterville

^ Operation of a motorcycle, motor-drive cycle, or moped requires a special endorsement on a license. [Read More]

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Motorcycle Laws in Waterville

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Motorcycle Insurance Providers in Waterville, ME

Waterville, ME Motorcycle Insurance

Waterville, ME Motorcycle Insurance

Motorcycle Insurance Coverage Requirements in Waterville


  • Minimum Liability Limits in Waterville, ME: 50/100/25 [2]
    • 50  Required coverage up to $50,000 for one individual injured in an accident
    • 100  Required coverage up to $100,000 for all persons injured in an accident
    • 25  Required coverage up to $25,000 for property damage in an accident
    • Note: In addition, policyholders must also carry at least $2,000 for medical payments.

  • Insurer Verification of Insurance in Waterville [2]
    • Insurer must verify financial responsibility or insurance after an accident or arrest.

Waterville Motorcycle Insurance Liability Requirements

Required Motorcycle Insurance Coverage in Waterville

Mandatory motorcycle insurance coverage for riders in the state of Waterville, ME.

  • Motorcycle Insurance Requirements in Waterville [2]
    • Bodily injury liability coverage
    • Property damage liability coverage
    • Uninsured motorist coverage
    • Underinsured motorist coverage

Motorcycle Helmet Laws in Waterville

    • Motorcycle helmets required for 17 and younger. [3]

Motorcycle Insurance Laws & Regulations in Waterville, ME

Motorcycle License Regulations in Waterville, ME [3]

Detailed information about Waterville laws and regulations regarding obtaining and maintaining a motorcycle license in the state.

Motorcycle License Laws in Waterville
  • Motorcycle License Laws in Waterville
    • Operation of a motorcycle, motor-drive cycle, or moped requires a special endorsement on a license.
    • A person must be at least 16 years of age to apply for a motorcycle instruction permit.
    • An instruction permit applicant must pass a vision test and a knowledge test related specifically to the safe operation of a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle or moped. An applicant must complete a motorcycle driver education program.
    • An instruction permit holder may operate a motorcycle, motor-driven cycle or moped must wear a helmet. The permit does not allow the holder to carry a passenger or ride out of state.

Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Waterville, ME [3]

Various regulations and laws in Waterville regarding riders and passengers of motorcycles, as well as the equipment used on bikes.

  • Motorcycle Equipment Laws in Waterville
    • Protective headgear is required for all riders under 18 and passengers of operators under 18, and operators with a learner's permit or within 1 year of successfully completing a driving test.
    • Eye protection is not required for riders in Maine.
    • Passenger footrest required if carrying a passenger.
    • Handlebars of a motorcycle may not be higher than shoulder level of the driver.
    • A motorcycle must have a mirror mounted and adjusted to allow the driver a clear, reflected view of the highway in the rear for a distance of at least 200 feet.

Rider & Driver Facts in Waterville, ME

Rider & Driver Facts in Waterville, ME

Waterville Accident Reporting Regulations

  • Accident Reporting in Waterville [3]
    • Crashes are required to be immediately reported in cases of death or injury.
    • Crashes are required to be immediately reported when property damage exceeds $1000.

Waterville Highway Facts

  • Speed Limits in Waterville [2]
    • Rural interstates: 75 mph
    • Urban interstates: 75 mph
    • Other roads: 60 mph
  • Consumption of Motor Fuel in ME [4]
    • Maine ranked 40th in the U.S. in 2011 in total motor fuel consumption.

Waterville Motorcycle Registrations

  • Registered Riders in ME [5]
    • In 2012, Maine totaled 53,268 motorcycles registrations.
    • This number ranks 41st in the United States by state (including Washington, D.C.).
    • Note: ME ranked 42nd in the nation in total auto registrations (all vehicle types) in 2011.

Additional information about Maine

About Waterville

The city of Waterville (Maine) has an approximate population of 15,722 and is located in Kennebec County. [6]

ME Motorcycle Insurance

Waterville, ME Motorcycle Insurance

To learn more about about Motorcycle Insurance in Waterville, or for additional resources related to Waterville Motorcycle Insurance, visit the Maine Department of Insurance.

Did you know?

Currently, there is no motorcycle helmet use law in two states (Illinois and Iowa).

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References

1. ^ Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCIAA)

2. ^ Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS)

3. ^ AAA Digest of Motor Laws and/or Maine DOT

4. ^ U.S. Department of Transportation

5. ^ Federal Highway Administration

6. ^ United States Census Bureau (2010)