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7742 – Brakes | Pennsylvania Law

Pennsylvania law mandates brakes on snowmobiles and ATVs, ensuring safety with specific stopping distances and easy-to-maintain brake systems.

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Pennsylvania State Law

7742 – Brakes

Pennsylvania Title 75 - Vehicles § 7742

Summary

Pennsylvania law requires snowmobiles and ATVs to be equipped with approved braking systems. Snowmobiles must stop within 40 feet at 20 mph, while ATVs need a brake capable of decelerating 14 ft/sec at the same speed. Both systems must be easy to adjust for wear.

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In simple terms: Pennsylvania law mandates brakes on snowmobiles and ATVs, ensuring safety with specific stopping distances and easy-to-maintain brake systems.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.