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It's come up a couple of times in the last couple of days and I'm curious about what it takes to get a license in various places.
In California, it's pretty simple:
a) Pass a written test to get your permit. You're allowed to ride, but no passengers, night, or highway riding. Here's a sample test
b) Pass a 2-day MSF course to get your license. If you're over 21, the course is not mandatory, you can take your bike to the DMV and pass a riding test to get your license.
There are other steps required to get your permit or license depending on age (16-18 has certain rules, 18-21 has certain rules) and whether you already have an auto license, but basically that's it. What's it take where you live?
In California, it's pretty simple:
a) Pass a written test to get your permit. You're allowed to ride, but no passengers, night, or highway riding. Here's a sample test
b) Pass a 2-day MSF course to get your license. If you're over 21, the course is not mandatory, you can take your bike to the DMV and pass a riding test to get your license.
There are other steps required to get your permit or license depending on age (16-18 has certain rules, 18-21 has certain rules) and whether you already have an auto license, but basically that's it. What's it take where you live?