Before you enjoy the breezes of Dodge City and cruise through other Kansas locales, it’s important to grab a motorcycle insurance policy that adequately covers you and your motorcycle. It’s good to know the rules of the road in the state, too.
To ride a motorcycle in Kansas, you’ll need a Class M learner’s permit (14 years and older), a less restricted Class M license (16 years and older), or a Class M endorsement on your driver’s license (17 years and older). Additional restrictions apply if you’re under 17, so contact the Kansas Division of Vehicles for details. Once you’re ready to ride, here are some rules of the road you should be familiar with:
Additionally, if your bike was made after January 1, 1978, the headlight and taillight have to be on whenever you’re riding.
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As a Kansas resident, you’re required to carry motorcycle insurance before you can legally title and register a motorcycle in the state. Each state establishes its own minimum motorcycle insurance coverage limits—here’s what you need in Kansas:
Yes. The minimum required insurance coverages may not be enough to protect you or your motorcycle from all possible expenses in case of an accident. That’s why we offer several optional coverages in Kansas, including:
When your motorcycle is involved in a collision with another vehicle or a stationary object—or even if it just tips over and is damaged—your collision coverage can pay for the resulting costs of the damage.
If your motorcycle is damaged by something other than a collision, comprehensive motorcycle insurance can help you pay for repairs and other costs. This coverage frequently applies following incidents like theft, vandalism, and weather events like hailstorms.
Medical payments coverage can help pay for the costs of medical coverage if you and your passengers sustain bodily injuries, regardless of who was at fault in the accident that led to the injuries.
Stuck somewhere with a flat tire, an empty tank, or a dead battery? Roadside assistance coverage can bring you help when and where you need it most.
At Dairyland®, we offer a range of motorcycle insurance discounts to help you find even more value in your coverage. Check out the list of discounts below, all of which are available in Kansas, and talk to your Dairyland agent to see which ones you may qualify for.
Kansas, also known as the Sunflower State, has iconic prairies and wheat plantations. Plains and open roads provide riders with much-needed therapeutic scenery away from the usual hustle and bustle of life. Here are some places to visit on your bike while in Kansas.
The Kansas Motorcycle Museum is a tribute to Stan Engdahl’s legendary racing career. When in Marquette, visit the museum and take in the sight of over 100 vintage and rare motorcycles. It’s a dream destination for passionate motorcycle riders.
Usually held on the first Sunday of each month from March to October, the Cassoday Bike Run is a Kansas motorcycle rally event that attracts over 7,000 motorcycle riders from across the U.S. Located in Cassoday, Kansas, (population 113 as of 2020) along the KS Turnpike and Highway 177, visiting riders can also enjoy the scenic Flint Hills.
No matter what you ride, from dirt bikes to touring bikes and everything in between, we can help you crisscross the plains of Kansas worry-free. Give us a call at 866-324-7952 to get started.