Equipment Requirements

Before an OHV may be operated in Massachusetts, the vehicle must have the required equipment.

• Brakes: An OHV must be equipped with an adequate braking system.
• Lights: An OHV must be equipped with at least one headlight, a red taillight, and a red rear reflector.
  • Lights must be displayed between sunset and sunrise.
  • Lights must be displayed when visibility is less than 300 feet due to snow, fog, or other unfavorable conditions.
• Trailers: If a trailer is attached to an OHV, the trailer must have a red rear reflector.
• Spark Arrestor: An ATV, recreation utility vehicle, or dirt bike must be equipped with an adequate spark arrestor.