What can I ride on city streets?
It is illegal to ride or operate a minibike, dirt bike or All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) anywhere on public space in the District of Columbia (including streets, sidewalks, alleyways, bike lanes, public trails and other public locations).
It is okay to ride mopeds, motorized bicycles, and motorcycles on the street, but not on city sidewalks. Note that non-motorized bicycles and Segways are permitted to be ridden on the sidewalk in neighborhoods outside the Central Business District or any area specifically prohibited by the Mayor.
No matter what or where you ride, obey traffic and safety laws and yield to pedestrians. And don’t forget to wear a helmet for your own protection!
Get more information on non-traditional motor vehicles and DC law through the DMV at
www.dmv.dc.gov.
Like cars and trucks, motorcycles, motorized bicycles, Segways, and mopeds must be operated safely on city streets. Minibikes, ATVs, and dirt bikes are designed for off-road use and may not be driven on city streets, sidewalks, or any other public space within the District of Columbia.
