Section 250-RICR-80-00-8.11 - Snowmobiles and Recreational Vehicle Required EquipmentA. Brakes - Every snowmobile or recreational vehicle shall have at least one (1) brake which may be operated by hand or foot and which is adequate to control and stop the vehicle within a straight 12 (twelve) foot wide path or lane when decelerating.B. Deflector on snowmobiles - Every snowmobile shall be equipped with a device mounted forward of the operator that will deflect wind, snow, and/or small flying objects from the body and face of the operator.C. Lights - Every snowmobile or recreational vehicle being operated across public highways, or between the hours of sunset and sunrise, shall be equipped with at least one (1) white or amber headlamp of sufficient intensity to reveal persons and vehicles at a distance of at least 100 feet (one hundred) ahead, as well as, a lighted tail lamp as provided in R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-24-10 during the hours of darkness or unfavorable atmospheric conditions caused by snow, fog, or otherwise, while the motor is running.D. Mufflers - Every snowmobile or recreational vehicle shall be equipped with a muffler to control excessive noise. The muffler system must limit engine noise to no more than 73 decibels.E. Reflectorized Material - In accordance with R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-3.2-7(a)(3), this material shall be placed on the vehicle in such a manner that it reflects light being directed upon the vehicle from either side. Every snowmobile and recreational vehicle being operated across a street or highway shall be equipped with a red reflector on the rear of the vehicle, such size to be visible at night time from all distances within 500 feet to 50 feet from the vehicle when directly in front of lawful upper beams of headlamps. A separate reflector is not required if the tail light itself is reflectorized.F. Towing - The towing of sleds or trailers is allowed only with a standard solid hitch.250 R.I. Code R. 250-RICR-80-00-8.11