Towing connections
12-1 Towbar (motorcycle PSV)
Mandatory equipment
1. A towbar that is fitted to a PSV does not show evidence of meeting the requirements of Table 12-1-1.
Condition and performance
2. Refer to general motorcycle pages.
3. A certification plate is:
a) illegible, or
b) has details that do not match the vehicle, or
c) has obvious signs of tampering.
Table 12-1-1. Requirements for certification (Motorcycle light PSV only)
Towbar/vehicle date |
Evidence of certification |
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Vehicle entered service as a PSV in New Zealand before 1 September 1999 and fitted with a towbar before 1 September 1999 |
1. A permanently attached plate, indelibly marked with: a) manufacturer’s name, and b) towbar model number or part number, and c) rating – maximum towed mass (MTM) not exceeding 2000kg Note An uncertified towbar must be identified for private use only, eg on the checksheet. |
Vehicle entered service as a PSV in New Zealand on or after 1 September 1999 and fitted with a towbar, or vehicle entered service as a PSV in New Zealand before 1 September 1999 and fitted with a towbar on or after 1 September 1999. |
1. A permanently attached plate, indelibly marked with: a) manufacturer’s name or trademark which clearly identifies the agency or person who has built the towbar, and b) the maximum towed mass (MTM) not exceeding 3500kg, and c) the maximum vertical load applied at the towing ball, and d) vehicle make, model or part number which identifies the vehicle(s) for which the towbar has been designed. |
Note An unrated towbar may be assessed, rated and plated by an appropriately qualified engineer.
Applicable legislation
- Land Transport Rule: Passenger Service Vehicles 1999
- St281192 – Exemption from Specified Requirements of the PSV Construction Regulations 1978
- New Zealand Standard 5467: 1993, Code of Practice for Light Trailers
- Ministry of Transport Policy Statement 5.
Mandatory equipment
1. A towbar that is fitted to a PSV must comply with the requirements in Table 12-1-1.
Condition and performance
2. Refer to general motorcycle pages.