No one under 16 years of age may legally operate or be licensed to operate any of the following two or three-wheel motor vehicles on Florida roads, streets or highways: motorcycles, mopeds, motor-driven cycles, motorized scooters or electric helper-motor bicycles as defined in s. 316.003 (2) F.S.
To obtain a “Motorcycle Only” driver license you must…. Be at least 16 years old, and if under 18, hold at least a Learner’s License for one year with no traffic convictions. Pass the same knowledge test as for a regular Class E operator’s driver license.
Steps to obtain a motorcycle endorsement… 1 You must hold at least a valid Class E operator’s driver license. 2 Complete the Basic RiderCourse (BRC) or Basic RiderCourse updated (BRCu) motorcycle safety course with an authorized Sponsor. 3 After successfully passing the RiderCourse, you must obtain your endorsement within (1) year. If the endorsement has not been obtained during the one (1) year grace period, the course completion card as well as the “PASS” waiver status is considered invalid and you must complete another RiderCourse before the endorsement can be added. 4 After you complete the Basic RiderCourse (BRC) or Basic RiderCourse updated (BRCu), visit a driver license office or tax collector office that issues driver licenses and inform them that you completed the course. Upon providing proper ID and paying the required endorsement fees, your Class E license will be issued with a motorcycle endorsement.
Being properly licensed is required by law and is one of the first steps to becoming a safe rider. The motorcycle operator’s manual contains valuable information for both beginner and experienced motorcyclists on techniques to operate a motorcycle safely.
If you wish to operate any two or three wheel motorcycle, whose engine size is more than 50 cc, you are required to have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver license or hold a ‘Motorcycle Only’ license. Please note that anyone driving a motorcycle without an endorsement is violating the law.
After you complete the Basic RiderCourse (BRC) or the Basic RiderCourse updated (BRCu), visit a driver license office or tax collector office that issues licenses and inform them that you completed the required course. Upon providing proper ID and paying the required endorsement fees your “Motorcycle Only” license will be issued.
Each student learns the physical and mental skills necessary for operating a motorcycle. Furthermore, students are taught in the classroom as well as on the range. They learn ways to reduce risk and handle special riding situations.
They learn ways to reduce risk and handle special riding situations. In addition, students learn basic control that includes: clutch/throttle control, straight-line riding, turning and shifting.
Wear long pants and a long-sleeve shirt. Bring full-fingered gloves (leather gives the best grip), protective shatterproof eye-wear such as sunglasses or goggles. In addition, wear over-the-ankle footwear. We recommend a rain suit (we will ride in a light rain). You may bring a helmet, but not required.
To get a Motorcycle Only License you must be at least 16 years old and have held a Learners Permit for at least a year with no traffic convictions. If you are age 18 or older you are not required to have held a learners permit.
The S Restriction indicates that the person only has permission to operate a three wheeled motorcycle.
Florida Helmet Laws. If you are 21 years old and covered by an insurance policy with at least $10,000 in medical benefits you can get a helmet exemption. However law enforcement may stop you if you are not wearing a helmet if they believe you are under 21.
Three Wheel Motorcycles. To operate a three wheel motorcycle you must complete the S/TEP - Sidecar / Trike Evaluation Program. This course provides basic skills for those operating three wheel motorcycles and and side car rigs. Those who pass the Motorcycle S/TEP course will have an "S" restriction on their license.
Motorcycle gloves, full finger. Sturdy over the ankle shoes or boots. Sturdy pants/jeans. Long sleeve shirt and/or jacket (we suggest you wear a light short sleeve shirt, bring a long sleeve shirt to put on every time you ride ) Eye protection such as plastic sunglasses.
Sturdy pants/jeans. Long sleeve shirt and/or jacket (we suggest you wear a light short sleeve shirt, bring a long sleeve shirt to put on every time you ride) Eye protection such as plastic sunglasses.
In order to obtain a motorcycle endorsement in Florida, you must already hold a Class E license.
In Florida, in order to legally operate any two wheeled or three wheeled motorcycle with an engine size of more than 50 cc, you must either have a motorcycle endorsement on your driver license (a note on the license stating, “Motorcycle Also”) or hold a “Motorcycle Only” license (which only permits you to drive a motorcycle).
Taking in the sense of freedom and the feel of the wind as you ride a motorcycle along the road is an experience that cannot be matched. And with its year-round warm weather, winding coastal roads, and beautiful views, Florida is one of the greatest places in the country to enjoy that sensation. But before you get on your bike ...
Riding a motorcycle without the proper license is, under Florida Statute 322.03 (4) a criminal second-degree misdemeanor, subject to a $500 fine, up to six months’ probation, and/or up to 60 days in the county jail.
Lane splitting is when two motorcycles occupy a single lane of traffic, riding parallel to each other. This practice is legal in Florida, though it is prohibited for more than two motorcycles to share a single lane at a time.