Off-Road Motorcycles "Dirt Bikes" Ordinance

 

CARSON CITY CODE RE: OFF-ROAD MOTORCYCLES “DIRT BIKES”

If you witness the illegal operation of an off-road motorcycle aka “dirt bike” on City Streets or  on City Public Land (parks) please contact law enforcement non-emergency phone 712-328-5737 and be prepared to provide a detailed description as well as your contact information.

 

75.02.2. “Off-road motorcycle” (EXAMPLE: DIRT BIKE) means a two-wheeled motor vehicle that has a seat or saddle designed to be straddled by the operator and handlebars for steering control and that is intended by the manufacturer for use on natural terrain. “Off-road motorcycle” includes a motorcycle that was originally issued a certificate of title and registered for highway use under Chapter 321 of the Code of Iowa, but that contains design features that enable operation over natural terrain. An operator of an off-road motorcycle is also subject to the provisions of this chapter governing the operation of all-terrain vehicles.

(Code of Iowa, Sec. 321I.1)

75.03 GENERAL REGULATIONS. No person shall operate an ATV, off-road motorcycle or off-road utility vehicle within the City in violation of Chapter 321I of the Code of Iowaor a snowmobile within the City in violation of the provisions of Chapter 321G of the Code of Iowa or in violation of rules established by the Natural Resource Commission of the Department of Natural Resources governing their registration, equipment and manner of operation.

(Code of Iowa, Ch. 321G & Ch. 321I)