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Is lane splitting legal in Oregon?

I’m on my way to Oregon. I finally got the job I wanted in Portland, and I can’t wait to get there. My husband is going to drive our stuff out there, but I conned him into letting me ride my motorcycle. When I arrive, am I allowed to lane split in Oregon?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Lane splitting is illegal in
Oregon
.
According to Oregon Vehicle Code ORS 814.240, you risk two citations by lane splitting:
  • A motorcycle may never overtake or pass in the same lane occupied by the vehicle the operator is overtaking unless the vehicle being passed is a motorcycle or a moped.
  • A motorcycle may never go between lanes of traffic or between adjacent lines or rows of vehicles.
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