Motorcyclists who move to Nevada can usually transfer their license without taking a test or a course. The Nevada DMV generally recognizes out-of-state motorcycle licenses (also called “endorsements”). Transferring an out-of-state motorcycle license to Nevada Once applicants finish the course, they have up to one (1) years to bring their MSF card (certificate of completion) to a DMV office to get their motorcycle license. Course participants do not need their own motorcycle nor an instruction permit. Getting a Nevada motorcycle license by taking a courseĪpplicants who already have a regular driver’s license can avoid taking the motorcycle written and skills test by instead completing a course certified by MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation).

People who fail the motorcycle skills test two times will need to take a course (discussed below) in order to get a Class M license. Note that if you take the skills test on a motorcycle of less than 90cc, the DMV will restrict your Class M license to 90cc (called “Restriction U”). In order to prepare for the knowledge test, study from Nevada’s Motorcycle Operator Manual. Call your local DMV office for more information. When you go to take the test, bring a current ID.Īpplicants need to pass the knowledge test before taking the skills test. Tests currently costs $26 in addition to the applicable Nevada licensing fee. Applicants who currently have a driver’s license will only have to take the Class M test. Applicants who do not already have a driver’s license will have to take both the Class C and Class M tests. In order to take the motorcycle knowledge and skills test (which has both written and driving elements), apply in person at a Nevada DMV location. Getting a Nevada motorcycle license by taking a test And people with out-of-state licenses can usually have their license transferred to Nevada.

Alternatively, you can get a permit to practice driving motorcycles before getting a license. You can get a license either by taking a test or completing a course. Nevada requires people to have a Class M license in order to drive motorcycles.

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