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How to Apply for a Motorcycle License in North Dakota

Updated on Thu, 4/28/2011

You can apply for a motorcycle permit and license at any Driver's License Centre in North Dakota. In order to apply for a motorcycle license you must first apply for a motorcycle permit.

New Applicants Over 16

When applying for a motorcycle permit you will be applying for a Class M license. Listed below are the requirements to obtain a Class M license:

  1. Complete application form- original must be submitted in person; no photocopies.
  2. Have your picture taken.
  3. Pay an application fee.
  4. Pass the vision test.
  5. Pass the written examination. See practice tests for more information on the written exam.

New Applicants Between 14 and 16

In addition to the above requirements, applicants under 16 must:
  1. Provide a parent/guardian signature.
  2. Present proof that you have finished driver's education and driver training. Please see Driver's Education and Driving Schools for additional details.

Learner's Permit

Once you complete the aforementioned prerequisites, you will be given a learner's permit. This permit will allow you to practice driving a motorcycle.

Instruction Permit Restrictions

With your instruction permit you are not permitted to:
  • Drive during the evening
  • Ride with any passengers

Applying for a Motorcycle License

You may apply for a motorcycle license if you have held your permit for more than 6 months and take the following steps:
  1. Make an appointment with your nearest Driver's License Centre.
  2. Take a vision test.
  3. Undertake the skills test.

Fees

There is a $5 application fee for the learner's permit and a further $5 for the skills test. If the application expires, some steps to acquiring the permit or license may have to be repeated.

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