Idaho’s new OHV licensing
Following are answers to frequently asked questions regarding Idaho’s new OHV licensing requirements effective Jan. 1:
Q: How are the new plates obtained?
A: A restricted vehicle license plate and OHV registration sticker can be purchased only at county assessor motor vehicle offices in 2009. The license plate fee is $3. OHV registration is still $10.
Bring ownership documents. The vehicle must be titled in your name.
Q: Must the plates be renewed every year?
A: No. Restricted vehicle plates must be replaced every seven years.
However, OHV registration stickers still must be renewed annually.
Q: Where can OHVs with license plates and stickers be ridden?
A: All roads, excluding state highways (which are signed as highways) and interstates will be open to motorcycles, ATVs and UTVs with a restricted vehicle license plate and current year OHV registration sticker unless a local ordinance is adopted to close a road to such use, or it is otherwise closed by an authorized land manager.
Designated OHV riding areas, areas open to cross country motorized travel and designated motorized trail systems will also require both the restricted vehicle plate and the OHV registration sticker.
Q: What are the equipment requirements for operating a motorcycle, ATV or UTV on a road?
A: Working brake light, a horn audible at 200 feet, headlight and taillight after dark or during poor visibility, and a mirror showing roadway 200 feet behind the vehicle.
Also, the rider must have valid liability insurance and a driver’s license, and anyone under 18 must wear a helmet.
Q: What does the restricted vehicle license plate look like?
A: It’s the same size as the current, red, white and blue motorcycle plate, but it will be white with black lettering.
The OHV registration sticker has been resized to fit on the restricted license plate,
Q: Where should the plate be attached?
A: It must be attached to the rear of the vehicle. License plate brackets are available at dealers.
More info: www.parksand recreation.idaho.gov.