Legal issues

[radlad50]

Hey I was just wondering if anyone here could explain a few things to me. Such as motrorcylcle licenses, permits, ect. Like could you explain age requirments and all that stuff thx please.

Sorry i dident explain it very good i hope you get what im asking for.

[TL chris]

First you gotta be 16 as far as I know in Cali. So get ur license, and get used to driving around. Then call and take a MSF course, get ur permit, practice, practice, practice. After 30 days I think, you can get your MC endorsement without having to take the riding test. MSF counts for the driving portion of your exam. Don't get anything bigger than a 500cc bike. That's plenty of power for a beginner. Go check the cali DMV website to find out exactly what else you need to do. I got my MC endorsement 4 years ago, so I don't remember every little thing you need to do. Hope this helps.

[radlad50]

Ok thx, and ya im probily getting a yellow/grey gs500f

[RookWV]

http://www.dmv.ca.gov/dl/dl_info.htm

How to apply for a motorcycle or moped driver license if you are over 18

There are two classes of motorcycle licenses, Class M1 and Class M2.

With a Class M1, you can operate any 2-wheel motorcycle and any motorized vehicle in Class M2.
With a Class M2, you can only operate any motorized bicycle or moped or any bicycle with an attached motor.
Refer to the Motorcycle Driver Handbook for more information.

To apply for a motorcycle Class M1 or M2 permit, you will need to:

Visit a DMV office (make an appointment for faster service)
Complete application form DL 44 (An original DL 44 form must be submitted. Copies will not be accepted.)
Give a thumb print
Have your picture taken
Pay a $24 application fee
Pass a vision exam
Pass a traffic laws and signs test. You have three chances to pass the test.
Note: To allow you sufficient time for testing DMV will not be administering written or audio exams after 4:30 p.m.

After studying both the California Driver and the Motorcycle Handbooks, call your local DMV to schedule your appointment for the traffic laws and sign test.

After completing the requirements, you will be issued an instruction permit to allow you to practice driving a motorcycle. You may not drive at night, on the freeway, or have any passengers with you.

To apply for your motorcycle Class M1 or M2 license, you must do one of the following:

If you are under 21, you must complete a motorcycle rider training course given by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and provide the completion certificate to DMV to be issued your license. You will not be required to take the motorcycle driving test at DMV.
If you are over 21, you may either choose to complete the course by CHP and provide the certificate OR schedule an appointment at DMV to take the driving test. You have three chances to pass the test.
For information about the CHP training course, please call 1-877-743-3411 or visit www.ca-msp.org.

After you have submitted your CHP certificate or passed your driving test, you will be issued an interim license valid for 60 days until you receive your new photo license in the mail. Double check your address before you leave DMV and tell the DMV representative if you have moved or if your address is incorrect. If you have not received your license after 60 days, call 1-800-777-0133 to check on the status. Have your interim license with you to provide information when requested.

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[Jonathan]

Be sure to talk to the DMV about getting your permit and everything. There are lots of rules and things that they dont usually talk about online or in the book.

It doesnt hurt to talk and ask!