Performance ability of brakes

8-1808. Performance ability of brakes. Upon application of the service brake, every motorcycle and motor-driven cycle, at all times and under all conditions of loading, shall be capable of stopping from a speed of twenty (20) miles per hour in not more than thirty (30) feet, such distance to be measured from the point at which movement of the service brake pedal or control begins. Tests for stopping distance shall be made on a dry, smooth, hard and substantially level surface, not to exceed one percent (1%) grade, that is free from loose material. History: L. 1974, ch. 33, § 8-1808; L. 1975, ch. 39, § 29; April 19. Source or prior law: 8-5,101. Previous | Next LEGISLATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL General Policies 2026 Archived LCC Documents Archived LCC Meetings REVISOR OF STATUTES Archived Session Documents Archived School Finance Documents USEFUL LINKS Session Laws Kansas Administrative Regulations OTHER LEGISLATIVE SITES Kansas Legislature Administrative Services Division of Post Audit Research Department Contact Us PDF Help www.ksrevisor.gov 2026