Why Guy Question: Vehicle Noise Laws

Main Question

• David's Question: Why are vehicles allowed to violate noise laws with enhanced muffler systems?

Key Points

• Noise Level: Law allows a maximum of 95 decibels for vehicle noise.
• Comparison: Enhanced mufflers can be louder than a jet plane over a house.

Reasons for Loud Mufflers

• Attention: Californians often modify vehicles to have louder mufflers to attract attention.
• Legal Loopholes:
  • Violation tickets are issued by police, but violators may revert to old equipment after correcting the deficiency temporarily.
  • Some believe police focus on more important issues than chasing noise violators.

Motorcycle Specifics

• Offense Penalties:
  • First offense: $50 to $100.
  • Second offense: Up to $250.

Personal Insight

• Disclosure: The presenter owns Harleys and has used aftermarket parts, acknowledging personal contribution to the problem.

Additional Information

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