Taking the rider test...

Dupo · 08-05-2006, 09:02 PM

I want to get my licence (currently on permit). The safety course is booked up for months, which im going to take but i would like to get my licence in the meantime. What all is involved with the road test for a motorcycle? I'd rather go prepared than not. :2tup:

JUnderscore · 08-05-2006, 09:08 PM

Of course, it depends on the state. But in Oregon, since all motorcycle riders also have a drivers license, you only need to demonstrate skills in the parking lot. Moving around cones and demonstrating that you have enough control to stop in a designated area (not overshooting or undershooting).
I think you might also need to show that you know the parts of your bike (where's the brake, clutch, etc.).

Gene · 09-05-2006, 09:48 PM

Dupo just wanted to know if you have taken the riders test yet? I am on a learners permit also. I dont want any suprises if i can practice before i get there.

Dupo · 09-07-2006, 02:22 AM

Nope not yet. When i want to go do it something keeps coming up. Sooner or later before the year is out i will be going to get it though.

BadMojo · 10-20-2006, 11:58 AM

I was in the same boat. The Motorcycle Rider Course was completely filled through March (ouch!). So I decided to just show up on location and wait to see if there were any no-shows. On my very first attempt I was in! I was so happy, my friend at work was salty...he has been trying for months to get in. I just tried a bit harder. I would recommend calling and finding out what their policy on walk-ins are. You may luck out like me. give it a try, you never know.

Badbob · 10-20-2006, 12:18 PM

There were two no shows in my class. Apparently, this is fairly common occurrence.

08-05-2006, 09:02 PM	#1
Dupo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Allentown, Pa Posts: 1,255	Taking the rider test... I want to get my licence (currently on permit). The safety course is booked up for months, which im going to take but i would like to get my licence in the meantime. What all is involved with the road test for a motorcycle? I'd rather go prepared than not. :2tup: __________________ Photography Gallery *updated url - new site! Motorcycle Blog Facebook Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-05-2006, 09:48 PM	#3
Gene Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 4	Have you taken the riders test yet? Dupo just wanted to know if you have taken the riders test yet? I am on a learners permit also. I dont want any suprises if i can practice before i get there. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-07-2006, 02:22 AM	#4
Dupo Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Allentown, Pa Posts: 1,255	Nope not yet. When i want to go do it something keeps coming up. Sooner or later before the year is out i will be going to get it though. __________________ Photography Gallery *updated url - new site! Motorcycle Blog Facebook
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10-20-2006, 11:58 AM	#5
BadMojo Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Southwestern Illinois Posts: 82	I was in the same boat. The Motorcycle Rider Course was completely filled through March (ouch!). So I decided to just show up on location and wait to see if there were any no-shows. On my very first attempt I was in! I was so happy, my friend at work was salty...he has been trying for months to get in. I just tried a bit harder. I would recommend calling and finding out what their policy on walk-ins are. You may luck out like me. give it a try, you never know. __________________ 1999 GZ250, Maroon, Accessories: Bags, Windscreen (Retired) / 2007 V Star Classic 650, Pearl White, Accessories: Bags, Windscreen, Sissy Bar, Luggage Rack Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-20-2006, 12:18 PM	#6
Badbob Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tallahassee FL Posts: 945	There were two no shows in my class. Apparently, this is fairly common occurrence. __________________ My GZ250 Blog Facebook Pinterest Google+ Tumblr YouTube Lumber Jocks
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08-05-2006, 09:08 PM	#2
JUnderscore Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Oregon Posts: 8	Of course, it depends on the state. But in Oregon, since all motorcycle riders also have a drivers license, you only need to demonstrate skills in the parking lot. Moving around cones and demonstrating that you have enough control to stop in a designated area (not overshooting or undershooting). I think you might also need to show that you know the parts of your bike (where's the brake, clutch, etc.).
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