Motorcycle license

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.

How 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. For your convenience, MVC Agencies accept American Express® card, MasterCard® card, Visa® card, checks, money orders and cash
• Pass the knowledge and vision tests to validate your permit. Study by reading the Driver Manual and Motorcycle Manual [524k pdf]

Practicing with your permit
You must be accompanied by a New Jersey licensed motorcyclist on a separate motorcycle to practice, and must practice with a permit for at least 20 days before being eligible to take the road test.


How to get a motorcycle license

• 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 license fee

To qualify for a motorcycle license without taking the road test you may:

• Take an approved Motorcycle Safety Education Program and provide the Driver Testing Center with proof that you successfully completed the course

After successful completion of one of these courses, provide the Driver Testing Center with:

• 6 Point ID Verification
• Most Waiver Certification Form
• Your stamped permit
• Motorcycle Safety Foundation Completion Card

Possible reasons you can fail the road test

• You lack the equipment required by state regulations
• Have no helmet
• Have unapproved goggles or face shield