Offroading on the Up-and-Up - Riding an ATV in Delaware

As in most states, registration for riding an ATV in Delaware is a must. Take all your papers to the DVM, including the operator's ID and the ATV's sales receipt. Make sure you have the make, year and correct serial number ready. The registration fee is $6 for three years.

Riding an ATV in Delaware is illegal on highways and paved streets. Get permission from the property owner if you plan to ride on private property.

In Delaware, it is illegal to ride an ATV without the correct helmet. That means the ones with a chinstrap, fastened, that fits. Riding an ATV without good brakes and a good muffler is likewise illegal.

Keep your lights on while riding an ATV in New York from sunset to sunrise. It's illegal to ride an ATV in Delaware on a highway unless it's marked for ATV usage, and the same with any public land that isn't specifically designated. Riding an ATV in Delaware on private land is okay if you get permission from the owner.

Riding an ATV in Delaware under the following conditions is prohibited: Not properly seated, too fast or careless, intoxicated, or without the supervision of an adult, unless you have permission. If you plan on riding an ATV, taking an ATV safety training course to be sure you know what you're doing.

You know you must wear a helmet. Check into other ATV accessories while you're at it. A good pair of goggles, the right gloves that fit, a brightly colored jersey and sturdy boots can spell the difference between just plain fun, and disaster. Live free, but live aware.

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