What’s Driving You Crazy? Loud motorcycles, mufflers spark complaints across Massachusetts

Published by WCVB Boston

WCVB Boston spotlights a growing problem across Massachusetts: excessively loud motorcycles and modified exhausts that rattle homes and disrupt daily life, even for longtime riders. While current law technically allows a small fine for “harsh, unreasonable or objectionable” noise, enforcement is inconsistent because there’s no clear decibel standard and inspections don’t measure sound. Senate Bill 1716 would fix that by setting specific noise limits based on vehicle type and weight and sharply increasing fines and penalties for repeat offenders. Passing S.1716 would give police and inspectors clear, objective tools to enforce the rules and help residents finally get some peace and quiet. Read the article.