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Kentucky Motorcycle Helmet Law Laws (2026)

Conditional: Kentucky requires a helmet for riders under 21, for permit holders, and for anyone licensed less than a year.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

Kentucky requires a helmet for riders under 21, for permit holders, and for anyone licensed less than a year. See KRS 189.285.

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