So I got pulled over and was hassled for not having turn signals. Are they required in Texas. I didnt think they were because the inspection guy said dont worry about them cause there werent required. I checked on google and it said on some sites they are and some they arent. Couldnt really find an official one. Anyone have a link for legit information?
No they're not required in Texas. If you don't have them you MUST use hand signals at every turna nd lane change.
http://home.ama-cycle.org/amaccess/laws/result.asp?state=tx
Oh wait...they are NOW required in Texas on bikes newer than 1960. This is new.
I had a 65 Yamaha that was made without turn signals, so if I were in TX(or any number of other states) I would have had to add them.... lame-O
Ya I checked that website out but than another said different. I went to the inspection office and the guy said for inspection turn signals arent needed but for traffic laws they might be.
His book isn't up to date, then. I was at the courthouse earlier today. Everything was updated this year.
http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/msb/txmclaws.htm#Chapter%202
Motorcycle laws regarding safety equipment now mirrors standard automobil requirements.