On 4 wheelers that are 400cc or bigger it says no one under 16 should drive is that a law or not?

Question

On 4 wheelers that are 400cc or bigger it says no one under 16 should drive is that a law or not?

Answer 1

I think they try to inforce it but they really dont bother anyone.

Answer 2

no its a recommendation thats why it say's no one under 16 SHOULD drive.

Answer 3

no it is not a law.... it is a suggestion designed to keep the manufacturers from being sued by some neglectful parent who alllows a 5 yearold to operate a 700 pound machine. when it rolls over and crushes him to death. Look up Sue Rabe in Oregon. she lost a 10yo son and tried to sue everyone involved and lost. I personally think SHE should have served time for negligent homocide. Thanks to thousands of responsible parents of children who ride motorcycles and ATVs.... the next time a child dies because he or she was riding unsupervised on an ill fitting machine the adults responsible for that child will face charges.

Answer 4

Its a recommendation.  Where I live, kids drive ATV's all the time.  The biggest deaths come from older teens and adults that are trying to show off, than kids.  Anytime a kid is driving an ATV adults should be there to supervise them and before they even ride one they should be taught how to ride one properly, wear a helmet, long pants, and a good pair of riding boots.  Sandles and tennis shoes are not proper riding attire.

Answer 5

Not a law just a recommendation but there are a lot of laws on where they can be used, check with you state.

Good luck and be safe.

Answer 6

no its not against the law its to protect the company producing the 4 wheelers.  But it is put there for a safety reason so following it is a good idea