With great weather, open roads, and sunshine, Florida can be a wonderful place to be a biker. In particular, Clermont’s historical village, rolling hills, and chain of lakes can make for a scenic ride for any motorcyclist. Clermont motorcycle traffic laws govern the use of motorcycles on public roads. Motorcyclists have almost the same responsibilities and rights as any other driver, and if they are injured in an accident, they have the same rights as any other driver to seek compensation. Our motorcycle accident attorneys are dedicated to representing victims of traffic accidents.
Traffic Laws are Similar for Cars and Motorcycles
Motorcyclists have the right to use the road like any other vehicle. They must obey traffic lights and signs, avoid riding under the influence of any drugs or with a blood alcohol level of .08 or more, and obey almost all the rules for other motorists in Clermont.
While there are specific rules for operating motorcycles on roadways, the law requires other motorists to treat motorcycles with the same care and respect as any other vehicle. When they do not respect a motorcyclist and injure them, an attorney can help the biker seek compensation.
Traffic Laws Specific to Riding a Motorcycle
In Florida, motorcycle seats must be permanently attached to the bike, with one seat per rider. No one operating a motorcycle may carry a package or another person while operating the motorcycle, nor may someone sit in front of the operator if it would interfere with the operator’s ability to control the bike.
Specific traffic statutes are intended to keep bikers in Clermont safe on the road:
- Motorcycles may take up the entire width of a lane. No car can drive past or overtake a motorcycle in the same lane.
- A motorcycle has to leave the lane before overtaking the other vehicle.
- Motorcycles can only be operated within a roadway lane, not in between lanes or between vehicles in different lanes.
- Bikers can ride a maximum of two, side-by-side, across the width of a lane.
Given that motorbikes are smaller vehicles, and their riders are more vulnerable to harm due to collisions and accidents, car and truck drivers have an additional responsibility to be mindful of these factors when sharing the road with motorcycles. No car or truck driver may force or pressure a motorcycle to give up their space, leave a lane, make a risky maneuver, or force a biker to violate the above rules to avoid a collision or accident.
Call Our Attorneys to Discuss Clermont Motorcycle Traffic Laws
As safe as a motorcyclist can be, the only thing they can control is their own bike. No motorcyclist deserves to be hurt by someone else’s negligence or recklessness. If you were hurt or injured while riding your motorcycle, an attorney can review your case at no cost. Call today to speak to a lawyer about Clermont motorcycle traffic laws and their effect on a possible claim.