Road Safety Road Rules 2017

The rider of a motor bike that is moving, or is stationary but not parked, must—

wear an approved motor bike helmet securely fitted and fastened on the rider's head; and

not ride with a passenger unless the passenger complies with subrule (2).

However, the rider of a motor bike that is moving, or is stationary but not parked, is exempt from wearing an approved motor bike helmet if—

the motor bike's engine is not on; and

the rider is pushing the motor bike; and

in the circumstances, it is safe for the rider not to wear the helmet.

A passenger on a motor bike that is moving, or is stationary but not parked, must wear an approved motor bike helmet securely fitted and fastened on the passenger's head.

In this rule—

made in compliance with—

AS 1698; or

AS/NZS 1698; or

UN 22; and

that has an identifying mark certifying compliance with a standard mentioned in paragraph (a); and

that is in good repair and proper working order and condition;