The Ontario Provincial Police are reminding drivers of Off Road Vehicles to know where and when they’re permitted, and to ride them safely.
Off road vehicle is a broad term that covers many vehicles, including ATVs and off road motorcycles. Off road vehicles are not allowed on all roadways. Drivers are advised to check both local by-laws and provincial law to determine where these vehicles are permitted to drive.
When driving off road vehicles, impaired driving laws still apply. Riders are also required to wear a helmet, and the vehicle must be registered, plated, and insured. Drivers must also be older than 12 years of age. When driving an off road vehicle on public roads, off road vehicles are required to obey speed limits of 20km/h where the maximum posted speed is 50km/h or less. On roads with a higher posted speed, off road vehicles are allowed to drive 50km/h
The OPP is asking parents and guardians to help young riders become safe drivers by being the example and teaching them the proper way to operate off-road vehicles.
