What are the riding requirements in Ontario?
To legally ride off your own property you require proof of third party liability insurance coverage, your ATV has to be plated and registered, and you must wear a helmet. Though not mandatory, the OFATV recommends that you wear long sleeves and pant legs, gloves, eye goggles, and sturdy footwear. For maximum protection, ATV specific safety gear can be purchased. ATVs must have the appropriate equipment (e.g.: head lights, tail lights, working brakes and brake lights, reflectors, low-pressure bearing tires) Width and weight restrictions appropriate to type of vehicle You must be twelve years of age or older to ride an ATV alone in Ontario, though adult supervision is always recommended.
