From chapters 1, 2 and 5 of the Maryland Motorcycle Operator Manual

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What the Maryland Motorcycle Operator Manual says about licensing, gear and checks

  • Motorcycle Licensing Requirement

    In Maryland, riding a motorcycle without a valid Class M license may bring a fine, suspension of your license or driving privilege, points on your record and your motorcycle being towed; unlicensed or improperly licensed riders are over-represented in crashes. p. 4

  • Motorcycle Licensing Requirement

    In Maryland, if you hold a Maryland license of another class, have no Maryland license, or your license expired more than a year ago, you must pass the Class C knowledge test as well as the motorcycle exams to get a motorcycle license. p. 4

  • The Licensing Test

    If you fail any part of Maryland's licensing test you may retest the next day if an appointment is available. p. 6

  • Transporting a Motorcycle to a Test Location

    A Maryland learner's permit holder may haul a motorcycle to the test site by truck without a companion if licensed to drive the truck, and the motorcycle stays on it until the examiner says to unload. p. 7

  • Mirrors

    Maryland requires each motorcycle mirror's reflective surface to be at least seven square inches, showing part of the lane behind and part of the lane beside you; convex mirrors show nearby road in more detail but make vehicles behind look farther away than they are. p. 8

  • The Maryland Motorcycle Safety Program

    Maryland's Motorcycle Safety Program offers the Basic Rider Course for new riders (7 hours of classroom and about 10 hours of riding, training motorcycles provided) and the Alternate Basic Rider Course, a 7-hour course for riders with experience. p. 9

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