Amarillo, Texas, is packed with fascinating things to see and do and many people travel through the city. In fact, I-40 runs right through and you’re bound to encounter some quirky experiences while driving along this interstate. Whether it’s the tourist attractions or rogue kangaroos, there’s always something interesting happening on I-40 Amarillo!
Most of the time the craziest things we see on I-40 are insane construction, a devastating wreck, or someone standing on an overpass with a crazy sign. However, recently this has been one of the craziest things that has happened on I-40 in a while.
Man Riding a Scooter on I-40 in Amarillo, Texas
I’m trying to figure out if this was daring, or just plain stupid. A man was riding a two-wheel scooter in the middle of I-40 West. The video shows them riding between Western and Coulter Streets.
Can You Legally Ride a Scooter on Interstates in Texas?
According to the Texas Transportation Code, no. The code says motor-driven cycles like scooters, mopeds, and bicycles with motors are prohibited from operating on interstates or highways.
This is a high-powered scooter and would fall under the code. This is similar to the two-wheel scooters you buy your kids to ride in the neighborhood but has a motor and can reach high speeds. This guy was going at least 60 mph…