How to Get an Alaska Motorcycle License

To be eligible for a standard Class M1 Alaska motorcycle license motorcycle license you must:

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Hold your motorcycle instruction permit for 6 months.
• Complete a Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) education course OR pass the  motorcycle skills test.

Please visit http://doa.alaska.gov/dmv/ for official information, to begin the application process, and to make appointments.

Apply for an Alaska Motorcycle Instruction Permit

To apply for a motorcycle instruction permit, visit the Alaska DMV office and:

• Pass the written knowledge exams.
• Pass a vision test.
• Submit a completed application.
• Provide proof of your identity, residency, and legal presence.
• Pay the Alaska motorcycle permit fee. 

The Alaska motorcycle permit is valid for 2 years and can be renewed once.

With an Alaska motorcycle permit means you can enroll in a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course.

You can practice riding your motorcycle if you’re accompanied by a 

licensed adult at least 21 years old that can see you at all times.

Motorcyclists under 18 years old must hold a motorcycle  instruction permit for at least 6 months before they can apply for a motorcycle license.

How to Get an Alaska Motorcycle License

To apply for an Alaska motorcycle license, visit a DMV office and provide:

• A motorcycle safety course completion certificate OR proof that you passed the motorcycle road skills test.
• A completed Application for Alaska Driver License, Permit or Identification Card.
• Proof of your identity, residency, and legal presence.
• Payment for the motorcycle licensing fee.

Transfer a Motorcycle License When You Move to Alaska

You’ll need to transfer your out-of-state motorcycle license within 90 days of moving to Alaska. To transfer to an Alaska motorcycle license, you’ll need to visit a DMV office and:

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Have your valid out-of-state motorcycle license/endorsement.
• Pass the written knowledge exams. 
• Take a vision test.
• Provide proof of your identity, residency, and legal presence.
• Pay the application and testing fees. 

Once you’ve received your motorcycle license, return to MotorcycleZombies.com to learn how to title and register a motorcycle in Alaska.