how old do you have to be to get a motorcycle license
You may apply for your motorcycle license after you already have a learner's permit or driver's license, if: 1  You are at least 16 years old. If you're younger than 18 years old, you must have held your motorcycle learner's permit for at least 6 months.
A Class M motorcycle license allows the holder 16 years of age or older the privilege of operating a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle over 50cc. The operator of a motorcycle or motor-driven cycle will need to apply for a Class M license (or XM license).