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Texas Motorcycle Driver’s License
Want to have a good time riding a motorcycle in Hill Country but but aren’t licensed? Get your motorcycle license at at any DOT office in Texas. If you wanted to get a motorcycle drivers license, you have to apply first for a motorcycle instruction permit. This article will give you all the important information you need to know about how to apply for a motorcycle license.Basic Requirements for the License
For applicants over 18 years old, you are required to:- Submit a completed application form in person.
- Provide proof of identification
- Have your picture taken and give a thumb print.
- Pay the processing and examination fees. Your license will cost $32 except those under the age of 18 which is only $5.
- If you own a vehicle, supply proof of insurance and registration.
- Pass the vision test.
- Study the Motorcycle Handbook and pass the written exam.
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- For new applicants between 15 and 18 you must complete the above requirements in addition to having:
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- Parents or guardians authorization.
- Certificate of completion from the motorcycle safety course. To learn more about the course, please see Driver’s Education and Driving Schools.
- Provide verification of attendance and enrollment in driving schools.
- Provide certificate of completion in the Driver Education course.
- Provide proof of your social security number.
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- Completing a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.
- Sending a copy of the graded written exam from the instructor that verifies the exam taken and the grade as well as the MSB-8 completion certificate.
- Sending the fee in a form of check or money order drawn on a US bank. This will be payable to the Texas Department of Public Safety.