2007-08-14 13:23:08 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
u need to be more specific with this kind of question. which state you're in..etc
2007-08-14 22:48:58 · answer #1 · answered by crazyoverhee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you do need to have a driver's license to purchase a motorcycle from a dealership but it doesn't need to show Class CM1 on the license. It would be best if it did.
2007-08-14 22:57:58 · answer #2 · answered by BikerChick 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you take your drivers test, it is testing you on CAR OPERATION. That is, driving a CAR. If you want to, say, ride a motorcycle, you must take a different test IN ADDITION to the test you took to drive.
Licensing is done, as others have said, by endorsement. You have a "class C license", which in my state means you can drive a car...and your class M license, which allows you to operate a motorcycle. There are also endorsements for truckers, RV operators, et cetera.
2007-08-14 21:22:26 · answer #3 · answered by vamedic4 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you do not. Class "C" is for driving cars. You need a M1 as a motorcycle endorsement. You can take the motorcycle test and get your M1. A regular license to drive a car involves a different driving and written test.
2007-08-16 00:28:46 · answer #4 · answered by Richard S. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In most states, no. I am not currently aware of any states that have that requirement, but remember, a motorcycle permit or license doesn't authorize you to drive a car. I have pulled over three different individuals that had that misconception. The easiest way to find out is to call your local DMV.
2007-08-14 21:13:15 · answer #5 · answered by Thomas C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Where? In many states "M" for motorcycle is an endorsement to your license, in some there is a stand alone motorcycle license.
2007-08-14 20:28:42 · answer #6 · answered by oklatom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As oklatom says, it's usually an endorsement (or add on) to your regular license. Where you are makes a difference. Here in NH, you can get an endorsement added, or, if you don't have an "Operator's" license you can get a "Motorcycle only" license which will allow you to operate a motorcycle, moped, scooter or "motor driven cycle".
You cannot get a MC only if you have lost your operator's.
2007-08-14 21:07:17 · answer #7 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
where do u live? telling us would help alot. in Tennessee u don't need a drivers license to get a motorcycle license.
2007-08-14 22:04:16 · answer #8 · answered by goncrazy 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Uh yeah, it's just an added endorsement on your drivers license.
2007-08-14 20:55:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just call the DMV they can tell you. Different restrictions apply to every state
2007-08-15 03:31:41 · answer #10 · answered by grgvrnn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
idk about other states but in texas you need an actuall motorcycle license if you want to ride it on the street
"M" class license
2007-08-14 20:38:26 · answer #11 · answered by tewalker992 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋