(A) No person shall operate a motorcycle:
(1) Except when that person is in possession of a valid motorcycle operator's license; and
(2) Unless that person uses an approved eye-protective device, in the manner prescribed by the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, at all times the vehicle is in motion; and
(3) Unless the motorcycle is equipped with a rearview mirror as required by § 72.18 (D).
(B) No person shall operate or ride as a passenger on a motorcycle:
(1) Except on a seat permanently attached to that vehicle and specifically designed to carry the operator or passenger in a safe manner; and
(2) Except when using a footrest permanently attached to that vehicle and specifically designed to carry that person in a safe manner; and
(3) Unless that person wears approved protective headgear, in the manner prescribed by the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, at all times that the vehicle is in motion.
(C) The city adopts and shall enforce the observance of standards for safety equipment for motorcycles as set by regulations of the Department of Transportation.
(KRS 189.285) Penalty, see § 70.99