Motorcycle helmets and licences in Italy (2026)
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
In short: Riders and passengers must wear an approved helmet, and motorcycles must use the dipped beam at all times, including by day. Minimum ages are 16 (A1), 18 (A2) and 24 for category A, or 20 after two years on A2.
| Rule | What applies |
|---|---|
| Helmet required for the riderRiding a motorcycle; Motorcycle | Yes [1] |
| Helmet required for a passengerRiding a motorcycle; Motorcycle | Yes [1] |
| Minimum age, category A1 (light motorcycle)Riding a motorcycle; Category A1 (light motorcycle) | 16 years [2] |
| Minimum age, category A2Riding a motorcycle; Category A2 (medium motorcycle) | 18 years [2] |
| Minimum age, category A (direct access)Riding a motorcycle; Category A (unrestricted motorcycle) | 24 years [2] |
| Minimum age, category A (after two years on A2)Riding a motorcycle; Category A (unrestricted motorcycle) | 20 years [2] |
| Dipped beam or daytime running light required by dayRiding a motorcycle; Motorcycle | Yes [3] |
Notes
- Occupants of closed-body vehicles and of vehicles with an approved crash safety cell and restraints are exempt.
- Daytime running lights may be used where the vehicle has them, outside the cases in article 153.
Sources
- Normattiva (Presidenza del Consiglio dei ministri): Decreto legislativo 30 aprile 1992, n. 285 (Codice della strada), art. 171 - Uso del casco protettivo per i motociclisti (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Normattiva (Presidenza del Consiglio dei ministri): Decreto legislativo 30 aprile 1992, n. 285 (Codice della strada), art. 115 - Requisiti per la guida di veicoli e conduzione di animali (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
- Normattiva (Presidenza del Consiglio dei ministri): Decreto legislativo 30 aprile 1992, n. 285 (Codice della strada), art. 152 - Segnalazioni luminose (consulted 9 October 2026) · all sources
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General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.