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Minnesota Motorcycle Helmet Law Laws (2026)

Conditional: Minnesota requires a helmet only for riders under 18 and for anyone riding on a motorcycle instruction permit.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

Minnesota requires a helmet only for riders under 18 and for anyone riding on a motorcycle instruction permit. See Minn. Stat. 169.974.

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