How to Apply for an Idaho Motorcycle License

To apply for a motorcycle license or endorsement in Idaho, you’ll need to already have a valid Idaho driver’s license and:

• Visit the Idaho DMV office.
• Complete an application.
• Provide proof of your identification, residency, and legal presence.
• Pass a vision exam.
• Pay the required application and testing fees.
• Pass the motorcycle written knowledge exam. 

Once you complete the steps above, you’ll receive a motorcycle learner’s permit. With your permit, you can practice your riding skills and/or take a motorcycle safety training program.

If you are under 21 years old, you are required to take the motorcycle training course.

With a motorcycle permit:

• You cannot ride at night.
• You cannot ride on the freeway.
• You cannot carry passengers.

After you’ve received your permit, your next steps are to:

• Pass the motorcycle road skills test OR complete an approved motorcycle safety training course.
• Pay any required fees.

Please visit https://itd.idaho.gov/itddmv/ for official application information and to schedule appointments. 

Transfer an Out-of-State Motorcycle License When Moving to Idaho

If you’ve recently moved to Idaho, you can transfer your out-of-state motorcycle license or endorsement. To do so:

• Visit your local DMV office.
• Surrender your out-of-state license.
• Complete the application and provide proof of your identity, residency, and legal presence. 
• Pay the required application fees.
• Pass an eye exam.
• Pass the Idaho motorcycle written exam.

If your out-of-state motorcycle license/endorsement is valid you typically will not need to pass a road test or complete another motorcycle safety course.

Once you’ve received your motorcycle license, be sure to come back to MotorcycleZombies.com to learn how to title and register a motorcycle in Idaho.