[Title 32 CFR 636.28]
[Code of Federal Regulations (annual edition) - July 1, 2003 Edition]
[Title 32 - NATIONAL DEFENSE]
[Subtitle A - Department of Defense (Continued)]
[Chapter V - DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY (CONTINUED)]
[Subchapter I - LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS]
[Part 636 - MOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC SUPERVISION (SPECIFIC INSTALLATIONS)]
[Subpart A - Fort Stewart, Georgia]
[Sec. 636.28 - Special rules for motorcycles/mopeds.]
[From the U.S. Government Printing Office]


3242003-07-012002-07-01true636.28Sec. 636.28NATIONAL DEFENSEDepartment of Defense (Continued)DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY (CONTINUED)LAW ENFORCEMENT AND CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONSMOTOR VEHICLE TRAFFIC SUPERVISION (SPECIFIC INSTALLATIONS)Fort Stewart, Georgia
Sec. 636.28  Special rules for motorcycles/mopeds.

    (a) Traffic laws and regulations in this part apply to persons 
riding motorcycles/mopeds. Motorcyle/moped operators are granted all the 
rights and are subject to all duties of motor vehicle operators, except 
those which logically do not apply.
    (b) Motorcycles/moped operators will ride only while seated facing 
forward with one leg on either side of the vehicle on the permanent and 
regular seat of the vehicle. Passengers will not be carried unless the 
vehicle is designed

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to carry a passenger. Passengers will only be carried in a manner which 
neither interferes with the operation of the vehicle nor obstructs the 
operator's view. Operators will keep both hands on the vehicle's 
handlebars.
    (c) Motorcycle/moped operators are entitled to the use of a full 
lane of traffic. Motorcycle/moped operators will not pass another 
vehicle using the same lane as the overtaken vehicle. Motorcycles/mopeds 
will not be operated between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines 
or rows of vehicles.
    (d) Motorcycles/moped headlights and tail lights will be illuminated 
at anytime the vehicle is being operated.
    (e) Motorcycle/moped operators will not attach their vehicle or 
themselves to any other motorized vehicle operating upon the roadway.
    (f) Footrests will be provided for passengers. Motorcycles/mopeds 
will not be operated with handlebars more than 15 inches above the seat 
which the operator occupies. No back rest attached to the motorcycle/
moped will have a sharp point at its apex.
    (g) All motorcycle/moped operators/passengers will comply with the 
following safety requirements:
    (1) Wear the following protective equipment:
    (i) Properly fastened (under the chin) DOT approved helmet.
    (ii) Eye protection (clear goggles or a face shield attached to the 
helmet).
    (iii) Full-fingered gloves.
    (iv) Long trousers.
    (v) Long-sleeved shirt or jacket (with sleeves rolled down).
    (vi) Leather boots or over-the-ankle shoes.
    (vii) High-visibility garments (bright color for day and retro-
reflective for night).
    (2) Motorcycle/moped headlights will be turned on at all times.
    (3) Motorcycle/moped must have two rear-view mirrors (one mirror on 
each side of the handlebars).
    (4) Use of headphones or earphones while driving is prohibited.
    (h) Military personnel, civilian employees, and family member 
drivers of a privately or government-owned motorcycle/moped (two or 
three wheeled motor driven vehicles) are required to attend and complete 
an approved Motorcycle Defense Driving Course (MDDC) prior to operation 
of the motorcycle/moped on the installation. Upon completion of the 
course, personnel will be provided with a MDDC card. Personnel are 
authorized to operate their motorcycle/moped on the installation for the 
purpose of attending the motorcycle safety course. Attendance may be 
verified by contacting the Installation Safety Office.