The BC government has announced new safety restrictions for motorcyclists.
Motorcycle fatalities went up by up by 57% between 1996 and 2010.
Solicitor general/safety minister Shirley Bond is saying new helmet rules will help lower the death tolls.
As of June 1st, all motorcycle riders and passengers in BC must wear helmets that meet international safety standards.
That means your novelty helmets, your skull caps and skid lids will no longer be allowed as of June 1st, on pain of a $ 138 penalty.
There are some new rules as well as children on motorcycles, they must be able to put their feet on foot pegs or flood boards, or they can’t ride.
One other note, the government will be bringing limitations on the power of motorcycles that new riders can ride but they will be after a period of consultation over the next several months.
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