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For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
SNOWMOBILE. Any engine-driven vehicle of a type which uses sled-type runners or skis with an endless belt tread or similar means of contact with the surface upon which it is operated, and the vehicle does not exceed 48 inches in width.
SUPER MODIFIED SNOWMOBILE. Any snowmobile which has been individually built from parts expressly for track racing, or has had the chassis, suspension, track, and engine substantially altered.
(Prior Code, § 78.01)
(A) No snowmobile shall be operated until the driver thereof shall have in his or her possession a valid driver’s license or chauffeur’s license from the state of residence.
(Prior Code, § 78.02)
(B) (1) All snowmobiles shall have a license issued by the state or for the state of residence. Speeding and reckless driving shall be prohibited.
(2) No person shall operate a snowmobile in the following manner:
(a) At a speed that is greater than is reasonable or prudent under the circumstances; or
(b) In any reckless way so as to endanger the person or property of another.
(Prior Code, § 78.03) Penalty, see § 74.99
Every operator of a snowmobile shall observe all of the rules of the road pertaining to vehicles, and in addition shall yield the right-of-way to motor vehicles. All ordinances of the city pertaining to the operation of vehicles shall be applicable to the operation of snowmobiles and are adopted by reference and made a part hereof, the same as if set forth fully herein.
(Prior Code, § 78.04) Penalty, see § 74.99
No snowmobile shall be driven on the roadways, streets, or alleys, when said snowmobile is in such unsafe condition as to endanger any person or property. The city police may, at any time upon reasonable cause to believe that snowmobile is unsafe or not equipped, as required by this subchapter, require the driver of such vehicle to stop and submit such vehicle to an inspection and test with reference thereto as may be appropriate. No person shall operate any vehicle which has been found unsafe, except to return such snowmobile to his or her residence, place of business, or to a garage until said vehicle has been placed in proper repair.
(Prior Code, § 78.05) Penalty, see § 74.99
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