Motorcycle License
There are 3 classes of motorcycle license depending on the engine size and configuration (2 wheel vs 3 wheel).
Class | Examples | Age Required | Description |
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* If you are under 18, your parents must give permission before you can get any permit or license. * Motorcycles and motor scooters with an engine displacement of less than 50cc can be operated with a basic driver license. |
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M1 | any motorcycle | 16 and older | May operate any motorcycle with an engine displacement of over 50cc |
M2 | motor scooter, motorized bicycle | Special permit for 14 or 15 year olds only | May operate a motor-driven cycle with an engine displacement of less than 50cc |
M3 | 3-wheeled motorcycle | 16 and older | May operate a 3-wheeled motorcycle only with an engine displacement of over 50cc |
How do I get my Motorcycle License?
You must go your local DMV office to apply for an original driver license or motorcycle license. You will submit form D1, which can be filled out and printed in advance. If you are under 18, you must also submit a parental consent form (form 433M),
Please note:
- Alaska law requires a DMV road test or an approved motorcycle class to get a motorcycle license. This means the DMV can not add a motorcycle class for military stationed out of state.
- Also, the DMV has developed additional services to assist Alaska's rural residents with licensing issues unique to remote communities. Please read the guide to rural driving.
What do I bring to the DMV?
You must bring 4 or 5 documents that prove your name and birth date, your current residence and your social security number.
What tests do I take?
An applicant for an M1, M2, or M3 license may have the road testing requirement waived by completing a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course and presenting the completion certificate to DMV. The certificate is valid to waive the test for the current or previous calendar year.
Motorcycle Instruction Permit
You can apply for a permit with parental consent at 14.
If you are under 18 years old, you must have an instruction permit for 6 months before you can apply for your license.
To practice with you permit you must be accompanied by, and under the supervision and visual observation of, a rider on a separate motorcycle who is at least 21 years of age and who has a valid motorcycle endorsement; operate only during daylight hours; and carry no passengers.
To obtain your permit you must pass the following tests permit is valid for two years from the date of issue. A permit may be renewed one time only.
- Written knowledge test (or present a valid Alaska learner's permit or driver license)
- Written motorcycle knowledge test
- $15
- Vision test
M1 Motorcycle License
To apply for a motorcycle license you must be at least 16 years old and, if under the age of 18, must have held an instruction permit for a minimum of 6 months. If you are under 18 years of age, you must have parental consent to obtain your license. Licenses are valid for five years and expire on your birthday.
To test for your M1 you must pass:
- A written motorcycle knowledge test (or present a valid motorcycle instruction permit)
- Vision test
- A motorcycle road test with an engine greater than 50 cc displacement
M2 Motor-Driven Cycle Permit
When you are 14 or 15 years old and have parental consent you can apply for your permit.
You will be required to pass the following tests prior to being issued your M2 permit:
- A written knowledge test (or present a valid Alaska instruction permit)
- A written motorcycle knowledge test (or present a valid motorcycle instruction permit)
- Vision test
M3 3-Wheeled Motorcycle License
To apply for a motorcycle license you must be at least 16 years old and, if under the age of 18, must have held an instruction permit for a minimum of 6 months. If you are under 18 years of age, you must have parental consent to obtain your license. Licenses are valid for five years and expire on your birthday.
To test for your M3 you must pass:
- A written motorcycle knowledge test (or present a valid motorcycle instruction permit)
- Vision test
- A motorcycle road test with an engine greater than 50 cc displacement
Where can I take a motorcycle road test?
- Alaska DMV office
- Alaska DMV Business partner offering motorcycle testing
- Motorcycle Safety Foundation (Check MSF-USA.com for the location nearest you_
- ABATE of Alaska
- Cherokee Riders
- Valley ABATE
- Kenai Peninsula Harley - Davidson
- Denali Harley - Davidson
- Juneau ABATE, Inc
- California Motorcycle Safety Program (CMSP.MSI5.com)
Who has to wear a helmet?
- Anyone under 18 operating a motorcycle
- All motorcycle passengers
- Anyone with a motorcycle instruction permit
- Anyone taking a motorcycle road test