Making a UTV street legal?

[PapaPerk]

Hello,

I have a Polaris Ranger 400... it will run about 45 mph. Has anyone made a UTV street legal? I'm interested in doing so. I know it would need lights and a horn. Maybe DOT tires too. What's everyone's opinion on this?

I live in KY. In some parts of KY it's legal to ride ATVs on the streets! But not everywhere. Gotta love the crazy laws... :banghead:

Thanks guys! :thumbsup:

 

[TripleR]

Missouri is like KY in that some counties issue permits to operate and some don't.

I would check statutes and send a letter to your department of transportation. I got a different answer from everyone I contacted, so decided I needed something in writing.

We only use ours between farms which is legal, so I haven't checked further on licensing.

 

[DIXIEDOG]

I would assume your certificate of origin specifically states "Not for highway use"....not likely to be street legal in most states.

 

[smstonypoint]

Here are summaries (as of 2009) of the various state's laws and vehicle requirments (http://wisdotresearch.wi.gov/wp-content/uploads/tsratvlaws1.pdf).

Steve

PS -- The way I see some people driving, I'm content to keep my Kubota RTV off public roads.

 

[Misfire]

Definitely read your state statutes on the subject. No idea about Kentucky, but most states have them on line. Also check with each and every jurisdiction you may be operating in to see if they have any additional regs on the subject. Do that unless state law specifically says the locals can't regulate UTV use on the highway. Do this before spending money on parts and equipment. No sense in buying stuff if it doesn't make it street legal.

Don't take anybody's word on this. There are all kinds people handing out free legal advice these days. Most of it is either completely or partially wrong.

Misfire

 

[yanmars]

You might also want to check with your insurance company regarding coverages.

 

[TripleR]

You might also want to check with your insurance company regarding coverages.

Yep, we made sure to do that. We are good traveling between farms, but no place else.

 

[DIXIEDOG]

Yep, we made sure to do that. We are good traveling between farms, but no place else.

Can't you just use a slow moving tractor sign for that use?

 

[MarkV]

I don't think it is going to happen. Street legal means tag and insurance. You are not going to get those for a vehicle that is designated as off road. Just like it is illegal to use an ATV on public roads, not that it doesn't happen.

MarkV

 

[PapaPerk]

I have researched this more. Apparently it is possible to do if registered as a dune buggy. I'll have to study more.