The bill aims to amend the motorcycle safety equipment regulations in West Virginia by removing the existing helmet requirement for operators and passengers of motorcycles and motor-driven cycles. Specifically, it deletes the stipulation that mandates individuals to wear a protective helmet that meets certain safety standards while operating or riding as a passenger on these vehicles. Additionally, the bill modifies other safety equipment requirements, including the specifications for eyewear and the positioning of handlebars, while maintaining certain safety measures such as the need for rearview mirrors and proper seating arrangements for passengers.

In the revised language, the bill introduces new provisions regarding the operation of motorcycles, motor-driven cycles, and mopeds, including restrictions on handlebar height and requirements for seating positions. It also clarifies that individuals with a valid driver's license operating a fully enclosed autocycle are exempt from these safety equipment provisions. Overall, the bill reflects a significant shift in motorcycle safety regulations by eliminating the helmet requirement while still emphasizing other safety measures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 17C-15-44