Whether you're scoping out some of the best roads in the U.S or simply planning a motorcycle trip across several states, it always helps to get up to speed on local laws regarding helmets, eyewear, riding two abreast, and speed limits.

Using information from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety and the Harley-Davidson Ride Atlas of North America, here's a state-by-state rundown of laws and regulations that could affect how you plan your next motorcycle trip.

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