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How to Obtain a Temporary Motorcycle Learner's Permit

1. Visit any license agency and ask for a motorcycle permit packet. A fee is charged for this packet.  In addition, you will need to provide proof of identity (See Acceptable Documents).

2. To help you study for the written test, be sure to pick up a Motorcycle Operator Manual and a Digest of Motor Vehicle Laws.

3. After studying for the test, go to a drivers license exam station and take a vision test and the written test for motorcycles. No fee is charged for either test.

4. After passing the written test, the examiner will fill out and validate the appropriate validation box on the back of your temporary instruction permit. This form now becomes your temporary instructional permit that must be carried on your person when operating a motorcycle.

How to Obtain a Motorcycle License or Endorsement*

1. Contact a drivers license exam station to make an appointment for the on-cycle examination. No fee is charged for this test. In addition, you will need to provide proof of identity (See Acceptable Documents).

2. You must bring a street legal motorcycle to the exam site and you must wear a helmet and eye protection during the test.

3. After you have passed the on-cycle test, the examiner will fill out and validate the road and maneuverability box on the back of your temporary instruction permit.

4. The temporary instruction permit and your driver's license (if you have one) must be presented to the license agency to receive your motorcycle license or to add a motorcycle endorsement to your current valid license. A fee is charged for issuing this new license.

*If you are 16 or 17 years old, you must show proof of completing a driver education course and a motorcycle safety education course before you are eligible to take the on-cycle test to obtain a motorcycle license or endorsement. If you are 18 years old or above, you are not required to complete either course to take the on cycle license test. However, completion of the motorcycle course will provide you with the skills to pass the test.

Motorcycle Licensing & Registration Information

Driver License: Required. Fee, $23.00 as a separate license or as an endorsement to a regular operator’s license. Vision screening fee is $1.00 on renewals only. Valid for four years; expires on licensee’s birthday.

Registration: License plate required. Fee, $28.50, plus local tax ranging from $0.00 to $20.00. Expires on owner’s date of birth. Valid for one year.

Title: Required. Fee, $5.00. Sales tax applies.