Motorcycle Licensing Requirements

Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, New York

In order to promote safety and accountability, states require motorcycle riders to be licensed through the department of motor vehicles. By obtaining a valid license in the state of New York, you agree to operate your motorcycle in a safe manner. It is important to know the motorcycle licensing requirements for the state of New York. At Silberstein, Awad, & Miklos, P.C. we encourage well-trained riders.

With a Current License or Permit

If you already have an in state license or permit, you need an additional classification for a motorcycle. The first step is to get a motorcycle permit:

• Study the motorcycle operator's manual to prepare for the written test
• Apply for a motorcycle permit
• Pay the permit fee
• Pass the written test

Once you pass the written test you will be issued a permit that is valid for one year. You can retest for one additional year if you need it.

When riding under your permit, you must be with a licensed supervising rider age 21 or older. They must be within mile of you at all times.

Without a License or Permit

If you do not already have a license or permit, you must do everything above, but you must also enroll and pass a pre-licensing course or approved driver education course.

Before you take your road test, you are encouraged to practice under your permit for at least 30 hours, with 10 hours devoted to heavy traffic situations. This will give you plenty of riding experience before you undertake the road test.

Road Test

The final step to obtaining a motorcycle license is to take a road test.

To take the test you must provide the following:

• A registered vehicle that has passed a safety inspection
• Present a drivers license or other identification
• Show the documents that you took the pre-licensing course or the driver education course

The road test can be waived if you complete an approved rider course from the motorcycle safety foundation.

Motorcycle safety is the primary concern for states requiring a license for riders. Having a license protects ensures that you have had the proper training and experience to ride in the state of New York. If you ever have the misfortune to be involved in a motorcycle accident, you may need the services of New York accident attorneys, Silberstein, Awad, & Miklos, P.C., want to help. Please contact us today for a free initial consultation.

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