Basic vehicle control skills are included in the motorcycle proficiency test to determine your handling in normal traffic situations. The qualifying examination may be waived if a person presents a valid certificate attesting that he or she has completed motorcycle training (DL 389); However, you may need to pass an observation test if you apply for a pure motorcycle licence (category M1/M2). DL 389 is valid for 12 months from the date of issue. Upload your documents – you must provide scanned or photographic images of your documents We are committed to capturing a customer`s full face when you take a photo for a driver`s license or non-driver`s license. Therefore, we must be able to see from the top of your forehead to the bottom of your chin. If you have a medical or religious need to wear a head covering in your photo, please inform the MVC staff at the agency`s camera station. Complete one of these guides to make sure you have the documents and proof of identity you need BEFORE you apply. Identify the supporting (identification) documents you have and the forms you need to get approval If you practice driving with a motorcycle learning permit All clients visiting a center must submit the required online license/ID/approval form. * The tests include at least the rider`s knowledge, motorcycle knowledge and motorcycle skills. An observation test is required for applicants who have never been admitted to a motor vehicle class and who apply for a pure motorcycle licence. Note 1: Minors 15 1/2 years of age or older, but under 17 1/2 years of age, must present an LD 389, demonstrate successful completion of driver education and training, or hold a Class C driver`s licence and pass both the driving knowledge test and the motorcyclist`s knowledge test.

Note 2: Applicants who are 18 years of age or older, but under 21 years of age, must submit an LD 389 and pass both driver and motorcyclist knowledge. Note 3: Although not mandatory, motorcycle license applicants 21 years of age or older are encouraged to enroll in the California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CMSP) training course. Note 4: The M1/M2 Class Teaching License contains the following restrictions: As of August 1, 2010, motorcycles no longer need to be inspected in New Jersey. Motorcyclists should keep in mind that it is their responsibility to ensure that their motorcycles are free from mechanical defects and function properly. Law enforcement can always call a cyclist for equipment that is non-compliant or fails to make repairs. Motorcycle applicants under the age of 21 must complete a CMSP training course before obtaining a motorcycle instruction permit. A motorcycle is any vehicle (including motorcycles, bicycles, and tricycles, also known as a tricycle) with motors attached. All residents who ride a motorcycle in New Jersey must have a motorcycle endorsement on their existing driver`s license or a separate motorcycle license. All motorcycles must be eligible, registered and insured.

The use of test aids is strictly prohibited. These include, but are not limited to: the California Motorcycle Handbook, California Driver Handbook, cheat sheets, or electronic communication devices such as mobile phones, computers, tablets, etc. If test equipment is used during the written exam, the written exam will be marked as “failed”. DMV may also take action against your driver`s license or the driver`s license of someone who helps you cheat during the testing process. An off-road motorcycle is a two-wheeled motorcycle designed and manufactured for off-road use only and does not meet federal motor vehicle safety standards or U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on-road emission standards. An off-road motorcycle must not exceed 600cc. See registration information. You can request an M1 or M2 DL at any DMV branch that offers DL services. For more information on obtaining your DL, see Requirements for an M1 or M2 motorcycle license (see page 5). You must pass the Motorcycle Knowledge Test, the Motorcycle Knowledge Test, the Knowledge Test(s) for any other class of license applied for and pass a Motorcycle Aptitude Test or obtain a Certificate of Motorcycle Training Completion (DL 389) as defined in the Training Course section of the California Motorcycle Safety Program. Take the written test (if you don`t pass, don`t worry! – you can try again at no extra cost) The knowledge test questions are based on the information in this guide and the California Driver Handbook.

The motorcycle proficiency test is carried out either in a real traffic environment or in a controlled off-street area. Watch a side-by-side comparison to learn more and determine what type of permit is right for you. Note: If you plan to apply for a motorcycle learning permit and another class of learner`s licence (such as a Class D “Driver” (car), apply for the other driver`s learner`s licence first. If you have the other learning permit, you can apply for your motorcycle license. You have the right to cancel the test at any time. Inform the examiner that you do not want to continue the examination. The examiner will explain the requirements for taking the exam later. You can submit your application and take your test online at home and come to the DMV to complete your application. Follow these instructions Motorcycle candidates 21 years of age and older are encouraged to register for the CMSP training course. The CMSP training course provides practical motorcycle knowledge and skills training for beginners and experienced riders. The DMV motorcycle proficiency examination may be waived after completion of the CMSP training course and presentation of the certificate of completion of motorcycle training (DL 389). DMV does not waive the motorcycle eligibility test based on a non-state motorcycle training program or state/extrastate course completion card for insurance purposes.

For more information, contact the GCSP at 1-877-RIDE-411 or visit www.ca-msp.org. If you reside in New York State, you must exchange your out-of-state motorcycle license for a New York State motorcycle license. For more information, see Exchange an out-of-state driver`s license. You will be asked to prove the following skills: Both categories of driving licence will be listed on your new document (e.g. DM category). Your new license expires on the same day as the previous one. The following sections explain the processes required to obtain a motorcycle visa or permit. Obtaining approval can also be part of the process. Read all the information carefully to determine which steps apply to you. In addition, a driving manual and a motorcycle manual are available for information and verification. You can come to a DMV to apply (but it`s easier if you start your application online).

Follow these instructions If you are taking a road test for a car, motorcycle or CDL, don`t forget to make an appointment for a road test. Low-speed motorcycles are less than 50 cubic centimetres (cc) in size or have an engine of 1.5 horsepower or less with a maximum speed not exceeding 35 miles per hour on a flat surface. Low-speed motorcycles cannot be operated on a toll road, restricted access highway or public road with a speed limit greater than 35 miles per hour. Low-speed motorcycles must be eligible, registered and insured. Holders of a basic driver`s license can ride a motorcycle at low speeds without approval or separate motorcycle license. DL 389 is valid for 12 months from the date of issue. Class C licence holders may drive a motorcycle with a sidecar, a three-wheeled motorcycle or a motorized scooter. Confirm the type of licence requested (D (car) or M (motorcycle)) NOTE: The exam may be suspended due to circumstances beyond your or the examiner`s control. These include inclement weather and/or equipment failures. Motorcycle Manual from MC/AC Approved Manufacturers Approved Suppliers for the Basic Motorcycle Course [NJRideSafe] HelmetCheck.org -Motorcycle Industry Council Motorcycle Program Tips To obtain a title or register your motorcycle, bring the following documents to a motor vehicle authority: Use of motorcycles, ATVs and off-road motorcycles in state parks ATVs and off-road motorcycles are prohibited in all parks state and forests of New Jersey.

However, in parts of Lebanon, Bass River, and Brendan T. Byrne State Forest in southern New Jersey, you may be able to ride a motorcycle. Call the Parks and Forest Service at (800) 843-6420 for more information. The motorcycle aptitude test allows the rider to demonstrate his ability to control the motorcycle through multiple skills. Candidates who take the motorcycle proficiency test must consider the size of the motorcycle they wish to ride.