Get a Motorcycle License Without Buying/Renting a Motorcycle
Getting a motorcycle endorsement on your license is similar in almost all aspects to getting a driver's license itself. The difference here is that a motorcycle is needed for training and testing instead of a car. Not everyone wants to get a motorcycle for practicing and taking a test before getting a license.There is an easy alternative. This process involves training at a motorcycle training institute recognized by the state that does not rip you off. You can get a license made for as low as $25 without going through the trouble of buying/renting a motorcycle. Several states have these programs to train individuals and provide them all equipment they need at a low price so that more and more people can get the required education to become a safe rider. All you need to do is to find an institute that offers such programs.
Contents
Steps
- Be in good health and take a couple weekends off for the training
- Training involves complete focus and energy.
- A single absence may lead to disqualification
- Training may take all day at times
- Search and apply at a suitable institution
- All states have such programs designed for common people
- A simple google search or gov website can yield good options
- Make sure the institutes gives a completion certificate that waives the required riding test by the state.
- Some institutes offer such programs even under $25
- Get the required equipment
- Try to get some equipment from friends and family
- The only real requirement will be a helmet
- Requirements may differ at different institutions
- Ask instructors for cheaper alternatives
- Take the required lessons at the institution
- Take the classes seriously to excel and pass the course
- Punctuality is very necessary as the length of the course is very small
- Any damage to motorcycle must be paid off and settled by the rider
- Severe flaws can result in disqualification and penalty.
- Test 1: The riding test
- Take the riding test and score minimum fault points
- Riding test includes number of exercises and hours of testing
- Learn in extra time for perfection before the test
- Failure to pass the test will disqualify the rider
- Study all booklets and notes for the written test
- Make sure to read all notes and booklets thoroughly the day before test 2
- Test 2 is the final step for training certificate so study hard to pass it
- Test 2: The written test
- Also tests on what is learnt on the field along with booklets and notes
- Take your certificate the same day
- If both test 1 and test 2 are passed, you will receive a certificate of completion with your state's header on it.
- The certificate should be valid for a year
- Visit The Secretary of State office
- Visit the office before the certificate expires
- Wait for your turn
- Ask for a written learner's permit test for motorcycle
- Complete the multiple choice test and wait for assistance
- The test should be fairly easy and small compared to the test at the institute
- Take the test soon after receiving your certificate to avoid reading the booklets again
- Produce the training certificate
- If passed, produce the certificate and explain that you need a waiver for the riding test requirement
- Finish all the formalities
- Pay the license fee
- Take home the temporary license and wait for the permanent license
- Keep the temporary license safe and with you while driving.
- The permanent license with motorcycle endorsement should be mailed to you within two weeks
- Donate generously
- Donate generously to the institution and help them serve future trainees
- Keep your new license safe
- Enjoy life a lot more on motorcycle. This endorsement will help you all your life
Tips
- Searching the right institution is very important. Search government websites for easy information. examples of institutes in the state of michigan
Link to institutes in state of michigan http://www.michigan.gov/documents/motorcylc_rider_and_safety_education_courses_90018_7.pdf
Warnings
- Get your permanent license before the certificate expires.
- Do not register if you are in bad health.
- Damaging motorcycle can cost lot more than expected.
