Yes, it's official: as of November 4, 2025, Turkey now mandates gloves and goggles—in addition to helmets—for riders of motorcycles, bicycles, and e-bikes. Non-compliance will cost you a 993 TL fine.
Here’s a breakdown of the new safety gear rules under the updated Highway Traffic Regulation:
🛑 Who Must Comply?
Mandatory for drivers and passengers of:
- 🏍️ Motorcycles (all categories)
- 🚲 Bicycles (including pedal-powered)
- ⚡ Electric bicycles (e-bikes)
- 🛵 Motorized bicycles (mopeds)
- 🚜 T3 category tractors (produced after 2001)
🧤 What Gear Is Required?
- Helmet: Still mandatory for all riders and passengers.
- Goggles: Now required for all drivers of the above vehicles.
- Protective gloves:
- Mandatory for motorcycle drivers and passengers.
- Not required for three-wheeled cargo motorcycles or enclosed-cabin vehicles.
💸 What’s the Penalty?
- 993 TL administrative fine for each violation:
- Riding without a helmet, goggles, or gloves (where applicable).
- Passengers without helmets or gloves also trigger a fine for the driver.
🚨 Why This Matters
The Ministry of Interior introduced these changes to reduce injuries and fatalities in two-wheeled and open-cabin vehicle accidents. The regulation aims to instill a stronger safety culture, especially in rural areas where tractors and e-bikes are common.
