The DMV - Getting your motorcycle License in NJ
All residents operating a motorcycle in New Jersey must have a motorcycle endorsement on their existing driver license or a separate motorcycle license. A motorcycle permit is required before obtaining the endorsement or motorcycle license.
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Disclaimer: It is important to remember that just because you have that endorsement on your license; it does NOT mean that you are ready to just go ride anywhere at any time. You’ve still got to exercise personal responsibility, think about your experience and the skills that you have.
THAT’S WHAT WILL TELL YOU WHERE AND WHEN YOU CAN RIDE.
To get a motorcycle permit
- You must be at least 17 years old
- Complete a motorcycle permit application from an MVC Agency
- Pass the 6 Point ID Verification
- Pay $5 permit fee.
- Pass the knowledge and vision tests to validate your permit.
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Once you obtain your motorcycle permit
- Schedule an Appointment for Testing
- Reserve a scooter for your motorcycle road test date
- Go to the Driver Testing Center at the scheduled date and time with a registered, insured motorcycle to take the road test
- If you pass the road test, you can take your permit, ride slip and score sheet to an MVC Agency to receive your license
- Pay $24 to get the endorsement on your driver's license
Resources
Some information found on this page was obtained from the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. http://www.state.nj.us/mvc/Licenses/Motorcycle.htm