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Texas Motorcycle Helmet Law Laws (2026)

Conditional: Texas requires riders under 21 to wear a helmet.

ConditionalVerified Jun 18, 2026

Texas requires riders under 21 to wear a helmet. Riders 21 and older are exempt if they have completed a safety course or carry at least $10,000 in medical insurance. See Tex. Transp. Code 661.003.

Official source: statutes.capitol.texas.gov →

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