Do I need a TX drivers license to get a TX motorcycle license?

Question

I have already looked through the TX DMV site and can't seem to find the answer I'm looking for. I am a student here in Texas and don't plan to remain a resident here. I am a resident in another state and have a drivers license issued through that state..

Now I'm stuck not being sure if I can legally get a license here in Texas or if I have to get one in my home state where my auto/car license is issued.

I have heard of some places that offer a training course and license for a fee. I would like to go for that if it is going to work out.

Answer 1

This site mentions having an out of state DL.

http://www.testquestionsandanswers.com/m...

I'd just call DPS and ask, though.

Answer 2

One lic. only in Texas

If your not going to stay -Their is a time limit- Then your home state would be better

34 yrs in Texas 33 yrs 11 months to long

Answer 3

Since you don't have to have an automobile license to obtain a motorcycle license in Texas you should be able to do that.

Answer 4

In most places a motorcycle permit is an endorsement added to the standard license. So usually you do.

Answer 5

Yes you can get a Texas Driver's and Motorcycle license. If you get a Texas license you may have to forfeit your other state. You can now only hold one state, unless you prove you hold realstate in more than one state. The way FL  works is if you need a FL license and want to keep the other state's, the FL one says, "GOOD ONLY IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA".

Texas may or may not do the same. If you do have to forfiet your other state, simply transfer the Texas one back to your home state when you return home. Or go home and add the motorcycle to your original. Hope this helps you out. John P.