05/26/2026
Know your rights with Road Justice!
Every motorcycle rider and passenger in Texas must wear a helmet unless they qualify for a specific statutory exemption. Riders 21 and older can skip the helmet if they have completed an approved safety course or carry health insurance that covers motorcycle collision injuries. Everyone under 21 must wear one, no exceptions. The rules come from Texas Transportation Code Section 661.003, and the consequences for getting them wrong go beyond a traffic fine.
