Registration Information For ATV/UTV’s In Wisconsin
It’s your responsibility to know the ATV/UTV laws in Wisconsin before you ride the trails.
AVT and UTV operators born on or after Jan. 1, 1988 who are at least 12 years old for an ATV (and at least 16 years old for UTV) must complete an ATV safety certification course to operate in Wisconsin (exception: on private property owned by operator’s immediate family). DNR Conservation Wardens recommend all ATV and UTV operators complete a safety course.
ATV/UTV WISCONSIN REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
Do You Need To Register An ATV/UTV In Wisconsin?
Unless specifically exempt, ALL ATVs and UTVs operated in Wisconsin must:
Display current Wisconsin registration decals, or possess a temporary operation receipt or possess a copy of a signed registration application from a dealer.
Exception: ATVs / UTVs displaying valid non-resident trail passes.
Tips For You To Ride Safely When Using ATVs/UTVs -https://badgersoffroad.com/safety-utv-atv/
Wisconsin ATV/UTV Safety Laws – Please Ride Responsibly – https://badgersoffroad.com/wisconsin-atv-utv-safety-laws/
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BE ATV AND UTV?
In the 1980’s they introduced the three wheeler. It wasn’t long after that the only choice to ride was an All-Terrain Vehicle, or ATV. Then the UTV’s started to come out.
For Wisconsin, the laws actually define what an ATV and UTV are. This will help manage what goes on the Wisconsin trails and some trails are built for and designed for specific ATV/UTV Vehicles.
Definitions of an ATV and UTV for Wisconsin:
ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLE – Is a vehicle that must meet each and every legal specification in order to be eligible for Wisconsin registration with the Department of Natural Resources.
https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/340/01/2g
