Question For motorcycle operators, helmets are: Answers Not required, but recommended. Required by law. Required only for operators who have had their license for two years or less. Required only for operators who have received a traffic ticket within the last two years. Explanation In North Carolina, all operators and passengers are required to wear helmets when riding motorcycles. Helmets must be DOT-compliant. Take a FREE Practice Test Now This questions appears in the following tests: North Carolina Practice Test