speed limits

[frose]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?

[tvbound]

Popping some corn and waiting for Bogie Shooter to burst out of his telephone booth - to post some contact info. LOL

[Bill14564]

Since golf carts are limited by law to 20mph and LSVs to 25mph those would be effective speed limits.

There are no speed limits for bicycles though there are probably few that would travel that fast on the MMP.

There was an opinion from a few years ago that since the MMPs are on CDD property and since the CDD has no enforcement authority, no speed limit can be enforced on the MMPs.

One question I don't recall seeing a good answer for: If a LEO determines your unlicensed golf cart is traveling faster than 20mph can he ticket you for having an unlicensed LSV? That is the main thing I would worry about.

[DAVES]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?

You can and perhaps should ask the police, they will direct you. My logo is daves. should you get a ticket, have an accident. DAVES says is of no value what so ever. As I understand it, there a two types of golf carts. The ones used on the multi modal paths, the speed limit is 20 mph. The street legal ones, you need plates, insurance and a license to drive, the speed limit is 35 mph.

Rumor perhaps. I met a guy who claims to be involved in selling golf carts and he said the police are clamping down. He went through the whole story. If, you are caught doing more than 20mph in a golf cart with no plates and insurance, and there is no shortage of people who turn up the speed control it will cost you around $300. You do not need to be going more than 20 mph. Having a cart that is set to do more than 20 mph can result in the same fine.

[champion6]

<snip> As I understand it, there a two types of golf carts. The ones used on the multi modal paths, the speed limit is 20 mph. The street legal ones, you need plates, insurance and a license to drive, the speed limit is 35 mph.<snip>Correction -- The street legal carts are limited to 25 MPH. They may legally travel on a street with a posted speed limit up to 35MPH.

[rhood]

I think that even on private property, like multi modal paths and parking lots, etc they can get you for careless driving ? Would speeding on the trails fall into that category ? If there was an accident on a cart path and it was attributed to excessive speed ?

[Bogie Shooter]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?

Golf cart roads on the golf course don’t have a speed limit…..

[DaleDivine]

You can and perhaps should ask the police, they will direct you. My logo is daves. should you get a ticket, have an accident. DAVES says is of no value what so ever. As I understand it, there a two types of golf carts. The ones used on the multi modal paths, the speed limit is 20 mph. The street legal ones, you need plates, insurance and a license to drive, the speed limit is 35 mph.

Rumor perhaps. I met a guy who claims to be involved in selling golf carts and he said the police are clamping down. He went through the whole story. If, you are caught doing more than 20mph in a golf cart with no plates and insurance, and there is no shortage of people who turn up the speed control it will cost you around $300. You do not need to be going more than 20 mph. Having a cart that is set to do more than 20 mph can result in the same fine.

And I bet you've never gone 5 MPH over on Morse, Buena Vista, 466, or 466A either have you??
:ohdear::popcorn::popcorn::popcorn:

[Rwirish]

Nope, no one knows.

[Get real]

I think that even on private property, like multi modal paths and parking lots, etc they can get you for careless driving ? Would speeding on the trails fall into that category ? If there was an accident on a cart path and it was attributed to excessive speed ?

The only traffic law that can be enforced on the MMP is DUI.

[CoachKandSportsguy]

With the numerous number of safety devices on golf carts these days, and a head on at 25 mph with another at 25 is a 50 mph impact under a bridge, not sure why everyone wants to go over 20 in retirement with deteriorating reflexes and vision . .

[dewilson58]

The only traffic law that can be enforced on the MMP is DUI.

Hmmmmmm. A golf buddy was charged with speeding on a MMP. Please provide legal support for your claim.

[Rzepecki]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?

20 mph on MMP and roads.

Golf Cart Safety Clinic: https://www.thevha.net/golf-cart-safety/

[bowlingal]

go to the golf cart clinic that is offered every month for all information golf cart related.

[VillagerNut]

The only traffic law that can be enforced on the MMP is DUI.
On the multiple modal paths or road, you can be fined for a unregistered golf cart. They cannot give you a ticket for speeding. It will end up costing you around $600 between court costs and getting your golf cart certified that the speed is set correct. Yes DUI can also happen on the paths.

[ChicagoNative]

Hmmmmmm. A golf buddy was charged with speeding on a MMP. Please provide legal support for your claim.

Curious: who wrote the ticket and how did they catch him?

[tsmall22204]

Again, everyone is an expert.

[Windguy]

I have noticed signs as I enter TV that state that the speed limit is 20 MPH unless posted otherwise, so I think that means the cart paths are 20 MPH.

[wbilbrey99@gmail.com]

People your retired what’s the big hurry. Slow down and enjoy life.you were supposed to leave the hustle and bustle behind.😎

[George Page]

Speeders, other than those who are late for a tee-time, should be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.

[Lindaws]

You don’t register a cart. You don’t even have to,have ins. (foolish if you don’t)

[La lamy]

When I was stopped by a cop for not doing my full stop, she also told me to slow down. Not doing a stop is definitely an offence, but not sure if going over 20 MPH is.

[Bill14564]

20 mph on MMP and roads.

Golf Cart Safety Clinic: https://www.thevha.net/golf-cart-safety/

The information is at the 15:20 mark in the video. Golf carts: 20mph, LSV: 25mph.

[croughwell]

The only traffic law that can be enforced on the MMP is DUI.

Not true. Any criminal offence can be charged including reckless driving, not only DUI...

[Bilyclub]

Not true. Any criminal offence can be charged including reckless driving, not only DUI...

Speeding under 30 MPH of the limit is not criminal in Florida.

[billethkid]

What is the need that drives one to go 5 mph faster.....in a golf cart?

The discussions of pros/cons/legal/not of "speeding" at 20 mph plus or minus 5 mph are amusing.

[jimkerr]

There are no speed limits on the MMP’s. People say 20, but there is no posted limit on any path. The only place there are signs telling you what the speed limit is, is on our roads.

[Dave@TV]

Florida Statute 320.01(22) provides this definition of a Golf Cart:

(22) “Golf cart” means a motor vehicle that is designed and manufactured for operation on a golf course for sporting or recreational purposes and that is not capable of exceeding speeds of 20 miles per hour.


Florida Statute 316.212 provides this interesting information which may or may not apply to our multi modal paths, since pedestrians and bicycles are also allowed to use them:

(b) Golf cart operation on sidewalks adjacent to specific segments of municipal streets, county roads, or state highways within the jurisdictional territory of the local governmental entity if:
1. The local governmental entity determines, after considering the condition and current use of the sidewalks, the character of the surrounding community, and the locations of authorized golf cart crossings, that golf carts, bicycles, and pedestrians may safely share the sidewalk;
2. The local governmental entity consults with the Department of Transportation before adopting the ordinance;
3. The ordinance restricts golf carts to a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour and permits such use on sidewalks adjacent to state highways only if the sidewalks are at least 8 feet wide;
4. The ordinance requires the golf carts to meet the equipment requirements in subsection (6). However, the ordinance may require additional equipment, including horns or other warning devices required by s. 316.271; and
5. The local governmental entity posts appropriate signs or otherwise informs residents that the ordinance exists and applies to such sidewalks.

[noslices1]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?

I don’t think golf carts are allowed on any roads with the speed limit of 35 MPH or more. Morse Blvd., north of 466 is 30 MPH and there are golf cart/bicycle lanes there. Other sections of Morse and also Buena Vista do not allow golf carts.

[noslices1]

You can and perhaps should ask the police, they will direct you. My logo is daves. should you get a ticket, have an accident. DAVES says is of no value what so ever. As I understand it, there a two types of golf carts. The ones used on the multi modal paths, the speed limit is 20 mph. The street legal ones, you need plates, insurance and a license to drive, the speed limit is 35 mph.

Rumor perhaps. I met a guy who claims to be involved in selling golf carts and he said the police are clamping down. He went through the whole story. If, you are caught doing more than 20mph in a golf cart with no plates and insurance, and there is no shortage of people who turn up the speed control it will cost you around $300. You do not need to be going more than 20 mph. Having a cart that is set to do more than 20 mph can result in the same fine.

LSV’s have a speed limit of 25 MPH, not 35 MPH.

[noslices1]

On the multiple modal paths or road, you can be fined for a unregistered golf cart. They cannot give you a ticket for speeding. It will end up costing you around $600 between court costs and getting your golf cart certified that the speed is set correct. Yes DUI can also happen on the paths.

I have never heard of “registration” for a golf cart, LSV’s yes, but Golf Carts no.

[dewilson58]

Curious: who wrote the ticket and how did they catch him?

Sheriff.

Came up behind him ......... Copper on Buena Vista, cart on path.

:gc:

[Snogg]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?

20 mph

[Dana1963]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?
Why aren’t there any Honda Golf Carts Watch a 150mph Honda lawnmower race up Goodwood | Top Gear (https://www.topgear.com/car-news/goodwood-festival-speed-2018/watch-150mph-honda-lawnmower-race-goodwood?amp=1)
Because their lawn mowers ruined it.

[tvbound]

Why aren’t there any Honda Golf Carts Watch a 150mph Honda lawnmower race up Goodwood | Top Gear (/car-news/goodwood-festival-speed-2018/watch-150mph-honda-lawnmower-race-goodwood?amp=1)
Because their lawn mowers ruined it.

Now THAT - is hauling grass. LOL

[Vermilion Villager]

I have never heard of “registration” for a golf cart, LSV’s yes, but Golf Carts no.
I think what he is saying
1. a golf cart by law has a maximum speed of 20mph
2. if you are going over 20mph then by law you must be driving an LSV.
3. Since it is now determined based on speed you have an LSV, then you need to have it registered.

See....there's always a way to get you.

[GPFan47]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?

The published "Rules of the Road" say 20 mph.

[jaccac]

20 mph

[mrf0151]

Originally Posted by VillagerNut View Post
On the multiple modal paths or road, you can be fined for a unregistered golf cart. They cannot give you a ticket for speeding. It will end up costing you around $600 between court costs and getting your golf cart certified that the speed is set correct. Yes DUI can also happen on the paths.
I have never heard of “registration” for a golf cart, LSV’s yes, but Golf Carts no.

True, golf carts are not registered. What the poster is saying is that since you choose to drive faster than the legal 20mph you can be sited for driving an unregistered vehicle, thats all.

[jimjamuser]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?
does anybody really know what time it is ....on the golf car roads? Maybe a clock every 2 miles would be good?

[DaleDivine]

Sheriff.

Came up behind him ......... Copper on Buena Vista, cart on path.

:gc:

The sheriff was in a golf cart???
Or driving a squad car on the MMP???
:shocked::shocked::shocked:

[irishdave]

the golf carts are required to have governors limiting them to 20mph +/- 10%

[Rzepecki]

does anyone really know the speed limit on the golf cart roads?

https://www.districtgov.org/PDFView/PDFMeeting.aspx?id=20211007001301

See pages 14-17.

[Bogie Shooter]

I did not realize there were so many ways to say 20mph. :shocked:

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

There are some posted speed limit signs peppered throughout the Villages. On the Morse bridge that leads from the north of Lake Sumter into Sumter Landing Town Square, the signs say the speed limit for the bridge is 10mph.

Between the Wales gate and the Boone gate on the "Historic" side, the speed limit is 15MPH. That's a public road though, not a golf cart path. And no one pays attention to that speed limit anyway (I try but I won't lie, I usually go faster).

Generally though, the unposted speed limit would be 20MPH, because legally, your golf cart isn't allowed to be capable of exceeding 20mph anyway.

[EdFNJ]

There is no "speed limit" on the MMP's because there is no agency that can assign one. The speed limits (maximum capable speed) are on the vehicles themselves which are covered by state law. Of course 90% of them don't have those limitations because the dealers or consumers override it "just by a few mph" which is still illegal for a golf cart. And yes, STREET LEGAL golf carts (ALA LSV's) CAN drive on the MMP's specifically and are permitted by The Villages.

[EdFNJ]

One question I don't recall seeing a good answer for: If a LEO determines your unlicensed golf cart is traveling faster than 20mph can he ticket you for having an unlicensed LSV? That is the main thing I would worry about. Yes, they can and they do for sure on the streets (diamond lanes &local road) not sure on the MMPs. Big bucks fines and probably vehicle confiscation.