Chapter 130. Regulations Relating to Standards and Specifications for Warning Stickers or Decals for All-Terrain Vehicles
19VAC30-130-10. Purpose.
The purpose of this standard is to establish specifications which define standards for warning stickers or decals required to be placed on all-terrain vehicles sold by retailers within the Commonwealth.
Statutory Authority
§ 46.2-915.1 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR545-01-14 § 1, eff. February 9, 1994.
19VAC30-130-20. Definitions.
"All-terrain vehicle" means a three-wheeled or four-wheeled motor vehicle, generally characterized by large, low-pressure tires, a seat designed to be straddled by the operator, and handlebars for steering, which is intended for off-road use by an individual rider on various types of nonpaved terrain.
"Sticker" or "decal" means a device containing consumer information affixed to all-terrain vehicles.
Statutory Authority
§ 46.2-915.1 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR545-01-14 § 2, eff. February 9, 1994.
19VAC30-130-30. Description and identification.
A. The stickers or decals are to be pressure sensitive stickers manufactured to be suitable for exterior application.
B. Each sticker or decal is to be a minimum of four inches by four inches and will contain the following wording:
WARNING
Virginia law prohibits operation of this vehicle:
1. On any public highway, or other public property.
2. By any person under the age of 16 if the vehicle is powered by an engine of more than 90 cubic centimeters, or any person under the age of 12 if the vehicle is powered by an engine of no less than 70 or more than 90 cubic centimeters.
3. By any person not wearing an approved type protective helmet.
4. On another person's property without written consent of property owner.
5. With a passenger at any time.
Engine size.....cubic centimeters
C. The engine size in cubic centimeters may be contained on a separate sticker or decal of the same type and color as the warning sticker or decal located immediately below or adjacent to the warning sticker.
Statutory Authority
§ 46.2-915.1 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR545-01-14 § 3, eff. February 9, 1994.
19VAC30-130-40. Color.
The sticker or decal shall be white in color with black lettering.
Statutory Authority
§ 46.2-915.1 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR545-01-14 § 4, eff. February 9, 1994.
19VAC30-130-50. Performance requirements.
A. The sticker or decal shall be pressure sensitive, manufactured to be suitable for exterior application.
B. Adhesive shall be formulated adhesive which requires no wetting agent for activation. The adhesive shall be made for exterior use specifically on surfaces of bare or painted metal or vitreous enamel. The adhesive shall be of a permanent type and not affected by extreme heat or cold. When the sticker is properly applied to a suitable surface, the product shall be constructed to withstand temperatures of -60 to 250°F.
C. The sticker or decal shall have a protective liner placed over the adhesive which will serve as a carrier sheet.
D. Printing on the face of the sticker or decal shall be done using sun-resistant inks that will remain legible after application.
After printing, the entire surface of each sticker or decal shall be covered with high gloss transparent clear coating to add sun and weather resistance.
E. The weathering quality of the sticker or decal shall be such that they show no signs of cracking, fading, excessive chalking or other types of surface failure after completion of exposure tests.
F. The sticker or decal must withstand tests of destructibility after application. Once applied, the sticker must attain a sufficiently tight bond to the surface that it will remain affixed unless it is intentionally removed.
Statutory Authority
§ 46.2-915.1 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR545-01-14 § 5, eff. February 9, 1994.
19VAC30-130-60. Location of sticker or decal.
The sticker or decal is to be placed on a smooth surface in a location where it is visible to and readable by the operator of the all-terrain vehicle. If such a suitable location is not available, then it shall be placed on a smooth and reasonably flat surface on the left side of the all-terrain vehicle in a location visible to a person standing beside the seat of the vehicle.
Statutory Authority
§ 46.2-915.1 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR545-01-14 § 6, eff. February 9, 1994.
19VAC30-130-70. Proof of compliance.
Whenever the Superintendent of State Police deems it necessary, he may require retailers of all-terrain vehicles to furnish proof that the sticker or decal installed on all-terrain vehicles as required in § 46.2-915.1 of the Code of Virginia meets or exceeds the requirements of this chapter.
Statutory Authority
§ 46.2-915.1 of the Code of Virginia.
Historical Notes
Derived from VR545-01-14 § 7, eff. February 9, 1994.