§ 35-856. Performance ability of brakes.  


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  • (a)

    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 20 miles per hour in not more than 30 feet, such distance to be measured from the point at which movement of the service brake pedal or control begins.

    (b)

    Tests for stopping distance shall be made on a dry, smooth, hard and substantially level surface not to exceed one percent grade that is free from loose material.

(Code 1964, § 36-280; Code 1988, § 35-753; Ord. No. 53410, § 1, 1-7-1975; Ord. No. 53976, § 14, 7-22-1975)

State law reference

Similar provisions, K.S.A. 8-1808.