NHTSA Grants Temporary Exemptions to Motorcycle Manufacturers for Rear Brake Control

Summary

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has granted temporary exemptions to motorcycle manufacturers Honda, Piaggio, and Yamaha, allowing them to use the left handlebar as an alternative location for the rear brake control, rather than requiring a right foot control, citing concerns that compliance with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 123 would hinder their ability to produce safe vehicles.