Saying goodbye to the snow and hello to mud and spring means one thing in New York State, it’s time to transition from snowmobiles to ATVs.
For motorsports enthusiasts across the state, trails will soon start filling up. But before you fire up your ATV or side-by-side, there’s one New York law that many riders don’t realize exists.
ATV Headlight and Taillight Laws in New York State
Most riders know that having a working headlight and taillight is required. That part seems obvious. But did you know New York State law requires those lights to be operable from one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise?
“(e) a lighted white headlight approved by the commissioner and a lighted red taillight approved by the commissioner when operated for one-half hour after sunset to one-half hour before sunrise”…