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Ready to Ride? Here’s How to Get Your Motorcycle or Moped License in North Carolina 🏍️⚡

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Austin Nguyen
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Dreaming of hitting the road on two wheels? Whether you’re going for a motorcycle license or planning to ride a moped, North Carolina has some specific rules you need to follow. Here’s everything you need to know to get your motorcycle privileges—and how DMV Slots can help you find faster DMV appointments so you can ride sooner.

🏍️ Motorcycle Permits & Endorsements: What’s the Difference?

  • A Motorcycle Learner Permit lets you practice riding.
  • A Motorcycle Endorsement adds motorcycle privileges to your existing provisional, regular, or commercial driver license.

📝 How to Get a Motorcycle Learner Permit:

To apply, you must:

  • Hold a full provisional, regular, or CDL license.
  • Pass:
    • A motorcycle knowledge test
    • Road sign identification test
    • Vision test

If you’re 16-18 years old:

  • You need parental consent.
  • You must complete a motorcycle safety course from:
    • Motorcycle Safety Foundation, or
    • NC Motorcycle Safety Education Program.

🕒 Permit Validity:

  • Valid for 12 months.
  • Can be renewed once for 6 more months.

🏁 How to Get a Motorcycle Endorsement:

  • Must hold a valid full provisional, regular, or CDL license.
  • Pass:
    • Motorcycle knowledge test
    • Off-street motorcycle skills test (road test)

📅 Motorcycle Road Tests – By Appointment Only:

  • Held Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (weather permitting).
  • Only at select NCDMV offices.
  • You must schedule in advance.

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🛵 Moped Rules in North Carolina:

  • No license required, but you must be 16+ to ride on highways/public roads.
  • Helmets are mandatory for all moped riders.
  • Mopeds must be registered with the state.

💵 Fees & Payment:

  • There are fees for both motorcycle permits and endorsements.
  • Payments accepted via cash, card, or check at most DMV offices.

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