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Is it illegal to wear headphones while driving a motorcycle?
To me, there’s nothing better than going for a motorcycle cruise with some great music in my headphones. The only problem is that I just moved to a new state and I’m not sure if wearing earbuds is legal on a motorcycle. Can you have headphones in while riding a motorcycle?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Wearing headphones while driving a motorcycle is legal in 34 states. Here is where it’s prohibited:
- Alaska
- California
- Colorado
- Florida
- Georgia
- Illinois
- Louisiana
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Minnesota
- New York
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- Virginia
- Washington
Do consider that impairing your hearing by wearing headphones will make you less alert and is therefore inherently dangerous.
Of the 34 states where headphones are legal, there may be specific regulations depending on the municipality or region. For instance, some places only allow you to wear one earbud, so make sure you know the law beforehand.
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