Get a motorcycle license [1] 
A New York State resident must have a Class M or Class MJ driver license or learner permit to drive a motorcycle. To get a motorcycle license , you must first get a motorcycle learner permit. IMPORTANT : DMV offers 3 types of documents. Learn about Enhanced, REAL ID and Standard documents [2]. 

How to get a motorcycle license 


Step 1: Apply for a motorcycle permit at a DMV office 
Here is what do study the NY State Motorcycle Operator's Manual [3] MV-21MC to prepare for the written test you have the documents and proofs of identification you need complete the DMV Document Guide to make sure Find your proofs [4 ] if you already have a New York State learner permit or driver license , bring the document bring payment for the $10.00 application fee and the motorcycle license fee 1 

Step 2: Prepare for the motorcycle road test 
Before you schedule your road test , we recommend that you have at least 30 hours of practice on a motorcycle, with or without formal instruction. We also recommend that you have at least 10 hours of practice in medium to high volume traffic consider taking the New York State Motorcycle Safety Program Basic Rider Course [5] or instruction from a commercial driving school When you practice driving with a motorcycle learner permit you must be supervised by a driver age 21 or older who has a valid motorcycle license from any state the motorcycle driver who supervises you must be within 1/4 mile of you at all times you must obey the general restrictions [6] for permit holders [6 ] if you have a Class MJ permit , you must obey the restrictions and requirements for drivers under age 18 [7 ] 

Step 3: Schedule and take a motorcycle road test 
See Schedule and take a road test [8]. if you do not already have another class of New York State driver license , you must complete a pre - licensing course or a Driver Education course before you can schedule a road test 2 if you already have another class of New York State lic

user: How do I get a motorcycle license?

assistant: In order to drive a motorcycle, every New York resident must have a Class M or Class MJ driver license or learner permit which entitles them to drive a motorcycle

user: What are the steps involved in getting a motorcycle license?

assistant: Your first step is to apply for the motorcycle permit at a DMV office

user: How do I apply for my motorcycle permit at a DMV office?

assistant: You must first study the NY State Motorcycle Operator's Manual and prepare yourself for the written test that is involved

user: Does it make any difference if I already have a New York State permit or driver license?

assistant: If you already have this, bring this with you along with a payment of $10.00, which is the application fee

user: Do I get a motorcycle license directly after applying or are there steps involved?

assistant: Firstly, you have to get a motorcycle learner permit. The DMV offers 3 different types of documentation, which are Enhanced, REAL ID and Standard documents

user: Can I operate a motorcycle in New York if I hold an out-of-state motorcycle license?

assistant: Yes, provided you have a valid motorcycle issued by another state where you are resident