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Age Requirements

ATVs

There is no minimum age to operate an ATV in Oregon.

Persons under 16 years of age must:

  • Have a valid ATV Safety Education Card (or instructional permit prior to receiving an ATV Safety Education Card) in their possession and…
  • Meet the minimum size requirements to operate an ATV (see “Physical Size Standards for ATVs”) and…
  • Be supervised by a person who is at least 18 years of age, is able to assist the youth operator, and has a valid ATV Safety Education Card.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission provides recommended ages for riders on the labels of most ATVs.

  • 6 to 11 years of age for Y-6 models (under 70cc engines)
  • 12 to 15 years of age for Y-12 models (70 to 90cc engines)

ORMs

Persons at least 7 years of age may operate ORMs only if they:

  • Have a valid ATV Safety Education Card (or instructional permit prior to receiving an ATV Safety Education Card) in their possession and…
  • Are supervised by a person who is at least 18 years of age, is able to assist the youth operator, and has a valid ATV Safety Education Card.

Side-by-Sides

To legally operate a side-by-side, persons must have a valid driver's license.

Persons 16 years of age and older who do not have a driver’s license may not operate an adult-size side-by-side, even if supervised by a licensed adult.

Persons who are under 16 years of age may operate a side-by-side that is not adult-size if they:

  • Meet the manufacturer’s recommended age (see the owner’s manual) and…
  • Have a valid ATV Safety Education Card (or instructional permit prior to receiving an ATV Safety Education Card) in their possession and…
  • Meet the minimum size requirements (see “Physical Size Standards for Side-by-Sides”) and…
  • Are supervised by a person who is at least 18 years of age, is able to assist the youth operator, and has a valid ATV Safety Education Card.
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