Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 280 - Department of Revenue
Chapter 30 - Division of Motor Vehicles
Subchapter 15 - Safety and Emissions
Part 4 - Rules, Regulations and Standards for the Inspection of Motorcycles, Motor Scooters and Other Motor-Driven Cycles
Section 280-RICR-30-15-4.7 - Exhaust and Fuel System

Universal Citation: 280 RI Code of Rules 30 15 4.7

Current through September 18, 2024

A. Check over the muffler and all the parts of the exhaust system, paying particular attention to rotted and corroded surfaces and mufflers that have been altered, modified, deleted or adjusted in any manner that would cause the exhaust system to generate a higher or louder sound level than would be generated by the exhaust system customarily installed by the manufacturer as original equipment. No part of the exhaust system shall be higher than the rear fender.

1. Some mufflers have a small hole that is made by the manufacturer to provide drainage. These holds should not be cause for rejection.

B. Visually check the fuel system and its lines and piping for leaks and worn spots (chafing).

C. Check the throttle linkage, including the cables, for worn, bent, broken, corroded or missing parts.

D. No cycle(s) shall pass inspection if:

1. Any exhaust system has been altered, modified, deleted or adjusted so as to cause a sound louder than what was intended by the manufacturer of the cycle engine as intended for street use;

2. Any exhaust system has any breaks, holes or leaking patches or seams;

3. Exhaust systems or its elements are not securely fastened to the cycle or higher than the rear fender;

4. Fuel leakage occurs at any point along the fuel system;

5. The fuel tank and piping is not securely attached to the cycle;

6. The fuel tank is not vented properly; or

7. Any fuel throttle linkage is not properly aligned or that is bent, broken or missing.

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