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Motorcycle Lane Splitting by State
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: April 2026
Legality of motorcycles riding between lanes of slow or stopped traffic. Lane filtering (at low speeds at stoplights) is a separate, narrower allowance in some states.
50 States0 data columnsLast updated: April 2025
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| Status |
|---|
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Restricted (filtering only) |
| Illegal |
| Legal |
| Restricted (filtering only) |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Restricted (shoulder) |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Restricted (filtering only) |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Restricted (filtering only) |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Restricted (filtering only) |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
| Illegal |
California is the only state where lane splitting at speed is fully legal. Arizona, Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, and Utah permit only low-speed lane filtering between stopped vehicles.
This is legal information, not legal advice. Laws vary by jurisdiction and change frequently. Always verify current law with official sources and consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction for advice on your specific situation.