For your safety and the safety of others, if you operate a motorcycle, it is imperative that you know Wisconsin’s motorcycle laws. Keep in mind that if you drive your motorcycle in other states, the laws may differ and it is your responsibility to know what those laws are. Wisconsin motorcycle laws There are several laws pertaining to the proper operation of motorcycles in Wisconsin. They include the following. Lane splitting or traffic filtering: Lane splitting, also known a

Regardless of your take on the issue of whether all motorcyclists should wear helmets, the fact remains that they save lives and reduce injuries. Unfortunately, the number of motorcycle fatalities continues to increase. Must you wear a helmet in Wisconsin? The simple answer is “yes” and “no.” Wisconsin law (Wis. Stat. sec. 347.485) requires anyone, cyclist or passenger who is under the age of 18 to wear a motorcycle helmet. This also applies to anyone driving with an instruct

Motorcycles are wonderful for long or short trips, for the camaraderie of other cyclists, and for their economy. While it is true that most motorcycle accidents are caused by unaware drivers, some personal injury accidents are caused by the lack or improper maintenance of the bike. Unique causes of motorcycle malfunction Motorcycle riders may experience the same types of malfunctions as cars, such as flat tires, running out of gas and dead batteries; however, there are some p