Who is required to wear a helmet while riding? Do you currently have car insurance? Insurance is mandatory to drive in Ohio Yes I have insurance. But please show me your best quotes. No, please help me find the best insurance. Question Who is required to wear a helmet while riding? Answers All motorcycle passengers Motorcycle passengers under the age of 21 Motorcycle passengers who are riding with a newly licensed operator No one Explanation In South Carolina, all motorcycle operators and passengers under the age of 21 are required to wear helmets and eye protection while riding. Helmets and eye protection are strongly recommended to all riders. This questions appears in the following tests: South Carolina Motorcycle Practice Test 19