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Is lane splitting legal in Michigan?

I plan on riding my motorcycle a lot in Michigan, but before I do, I want to ask, can you lane split in Michigan?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Lane splitting is illegal in Michigan, as is lane filtering.
While many motorcyclists ignore this
Michigan traffic law
, you risk getting
points on your license
and a fine if you’re caught. The number of points and the amount of the fine vary by city, county, or municipality, but it’s not worth the added cost of the fine and a potential increase in your
motorcycle insurance rates
as a result of the infraction.
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