Motorcycle

All residents operating a motorcycle in New Jersey must have a motorcycle endorsement on their existing driver license or a separate motorcycle license.

NOTE- applicants under age 18: Anyone under the age of 18 is required to take the Motorcycle Safety Education Program Basic Rider Course.


Add a motorcycle endorsement to your driver license

• Add motorcycle endorsement to your driver license

Get a motorcycle license without a driver license

• Get a motorcycle-only license

Low-speed motorcycles
Basic auto license holders can operate a low-speed motorcycle without any endorsement or separate motorcycle license. Low-speed motorcycles are less than 50cc or have a 1.5 brake horsepower motor or less with a maximum speed no more than 35 miles per hour on a flat surface. Low-speed motorcycles may not be driven on any state toll road, limited-access highway or any public road with a posted speed limit greater than 35 miles per hour.