AZ ATV Laws

[lakings]

Hello Officers, I have a question for you. I have tried to find out more info, online with no luck. I have even been to the MVD, and was told they do not know the answer. I have an ATV, I want to be able to "street legal" my ATV in AZ. At the time it was purchased, the dealer said to get a street legal kit. I have the kit on it. However, what is the license requirement for riding an ATV on the road? I have cerebral palsy (a minor case) that doesn't allow me to drive a car other than using hand controls because I can't use my feet well enough. I do not have a car with hand controls, so I can't take a driver test to get a car license. Can I get a motorcycle license using my ATV to be legal?

Thanks for the help

[Sgt. Slaughter]

Hello Officers, I have a question for you. I have tried to find out more info, online with no luck.
Sometimes MVD info is hard to find online - no worries.

I have even been to the MVD, and was told they do not know the answer.
No surprise there. ;)

I have an ATV, I want to be able to "street legal" my ATV in AZ. At the time it was purchased, the dealer said to get a street legal kit. I have the kit on it. However, what is the license requirement for riding an ATV on the road? I have cerebral palsy (a minor case) that doesn't allow me to drive a car other than using hand controls because I can't use my feet well enough. I do not have a car with hand controls, so I can't take a driver test to get a car license. Can I get a motorcycle license using my ATV to be legal?
Motorcycle licenses are for motorcycles. To operate a street-legal ATV (basically mirrors, lighting, turn signals and a license plate) on a street you need to have it properly registered (including insurance). You'll also need a Class D license. The Class D license is available with an "F" restriction. F is: "Restricted to driving vehicles equipped with full hand controls". This means any vehicle you operate, including the ATV would have to be operated fully by hand controls. So, no foot brake or no shifting with your foot.

Thanks for the help
Even though you have the answer, it's probably not what you wanted to hear. Basically, no matter what you operate you will need hand controls for. Good luck to you.

[lakings]

Hello Officers, I have a question for you. I have tried to find out more info, online with no luck.
Sometimes MVD info is hard to find online - no worries.

I have even been to the MVD, and was told they do not know the answer.
No surprise there. ;)

I have an ATV, I want to be able to "street legal" my ATV in AZ. At the time it was purchased, the dealer said to get a street legal kit. I have the kit on it. However, what is the license requirement for riding an ATV on the road? I have cerebral palsy (a minor case) that doesn't allow me to drive a car other than using hand controls because I can't use my feet well enough. I do not have a car with hand controls, so I can't take a driver test to get a car license. Can I get a motorcycle license using my ATV to be legal?
Motorcycle licenses are for motorcycles. To operate a street-legal ATV (basically mirrors, lighting, turn signals and a license plate) on a street you need to have it properly registered (including insurance). You'll also need a Class D license. The Class D license is available with an "F" restriction. F is: "Restricted to driving vehicles equipped with full hand controls". This means any vehicle you operate, including the ATV would have to be operated fully by hand controls. So, no foot brake or no shifting with your foot.

Thanks for the help
Even though you have the answer, it's probably not what you wanted to hear. Basically, no matter what you operate you will need hand controls for. Good luck to you.

Thank you for your help.... You have just answered a question I have spent months trying to answer. Tp get the class D with the F restriction would I have to take the test in a car first or can I use the ATV with the full hand controls?

Thanks

[Sgt. Slaughter]

Here's the manual which has SOME of the rules pertaining to licensing. You would have to call MVD and get an answer from them about the specific test they'll put you through.

Motor Vehicle Division

[lakings]

Here's the manual which has SOME of the rules pertaining to licensing. You would have to call MVD and get an answer from them about the specific test they'll put you through.

Motor Vehicle Division

Thanks again Sgt. Slaughter! I will contact MVD to find out more about the test.

[Sgt. Slaughter]

You're welcome. Just remember that like any other government agency, you will probably spend a long time waiting on the phone to get a hold of someone.

Good luck.