So, is motorcycle lane splitting legal in California?

If you've ever been stuck in a sea of red brake lights on the 405, you've probably wondered: is motorcycle lane splitting legal in California? The short answer is a resounding yes, but as with most things involving the DMV and the California Highway Patrol, there's a bit more nuance to it than just "go for it." California actually stands out as a bit of an outlier here, being the first state in the U.S. to officially put this practice into the law books. ...

February 8, 2026 · 7 min · Anguera Remo