How do you get your motorcycle licence?

Question

Not quite sure of the options I can take on obtaining a motorcycle license. I'm 19 and I have a valid driver's licence.

Do I have to take a permit test and then a road test to have one?

What else do you need?

Answer 1

you will need to go to the DMV and obtain a road rules handbook. In it are valueable tips and information for safe riding.

You will need to write an examination and then upon passing, you will be granted a learner's permit to ride on the streets. There will be a lot of restrictions of course. Once you have ridden for the minimum amount of time designated on the learner's permit, you can do a road test and upon successful passing, you will be granted your full license.

Depending on your state, the laws may be a little bit different.

There are motorcycle schools which coach and teach you good and safe riding tips. They provide motorcycles to practice on too.

Answer 2

DMV

Answer 3

It varies by the state you live in, for example here in Idaho, you would have to do this:

Under Idaho DMV guidelines, anyone who drives a motorcycle must have a Class M motorcycle license or motorcycle instruction permit.

Any person who applies for a motorcycle endorsement after September 1, 1998 will be required to pass both a written knowledge test and motorcycle skills test*. Any person under 21 will be required to take a written knowledge test and successfully complete a motorcycle rider-training course. It is a good idea to take this course even if you are over 21.

Google "getting a motorcycle license in (insert your state)".  That will get you a link to your state's requirements.

Hope this helps!