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Licensing, gear and checks
What should you check before setting out on a motorcycle trip?
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New Jersey endorsement, permit, road test and registration · Preparing to ride: gear, helmets and the motorcycle check · Checking the motorcycle, accessories and modifications
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Good preparation means checking both your riding gear and the bike before you leave.
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- Control and following distance
- SIPDE and being seen
- Dangerous surfaces
- Night riding and emergencies
- Passengers and group riding
- Alcohol, drugs and fatigue
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How the New Jersey motorcycle test works
Two ways to the endorsement
Licensed New Jersey drivers either take an approved Basic Rider Course, which can waive both the MVC knowledge test and the road test, or get a motorcycle examination permit by passing the MVC knowledge and vision tests, practice, and then pass the MVC road test. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 164–166
Practicing on a permit
Permit holders must practice for at least 20 days before the road test. They may not ride from half an hour after sunset until half an hour before sunrise, carry a passenger, or use a toll road or limited-access highway, but no accompanying rider is needed. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 166–170
The road test
You bring your own registered and insured motorcycle, a helmet and eye protection, and must be 18. The exercises cover turning and stopping in a box, a cone weave and U-turn, quick braking and an obstacle swerve; stalling the motorcycle means a fail. Trike riders take a test like the car road test. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 166–172
Younger riders and the 500cc limit
Riders under 18 must take the Basic Rider Course before the endorsement. Anyone who passes the road test on a bike of 231cc or less may ride only motorcycles up to 500cc (code 5 on the license) unless they have finished a state safety course. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 164–165
Rules from the New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual
From the 2026 (R0726) edition.
Licensing, gear and checks
- p. 165Low-Speed Motorcycles
Low-speed motorcycles may not be ridden on state toll roads, limited-access highways or any public road posted above 35 mph.
- p. 165Enroll in a Basic Rider Course
On the course route, a rider must attend 100% of the Basic Rider Course and pass it to receive a stamped waiver form and a completion card; no permit is needed to take the course, but the endorsement must be added to the license before riding.
Control and following distance
- p. 179Turning
New riders often take curves too fast and panic, losing control, or brake too hard, which can cause a skid; learn to judge how fast a curve can be taken and approach every turn with caution.
- p. 179Braking/Stopping
Motorcycles have two brakes and both are needed to stop safely; the front brake gives about three-quarters of the stopping power.
SIPDE and being seen
- p. 181Signals
New Jersey law requires a turn signal, by hand and arm or an approved signal device, given continuously for at least the last 100 feet before turning; turn signals show your intentions and make you easier to see.
- p. 181Clothing
Reflective materials are passive and keep the same brightness, while retro-reflective materials change brightness with nearby light sources, greatly increasing visibility at night and in bad weather.
Dangerous surfaces
- p. 192Handling Dangerous Surfaces
On slippery surfaces, reduce speed because stopping takes longer, especially in curves; curve speed limits are set for good, dry conditions.
- p. 192Handling Dangerous Surfaces
Use both brakes on slippery surfaces, because the front brake is still more effective than the rear even on very slick roads; on ice, don't brake at all.
Night riding and emergencies
- p. 195Ride Cautiously at Night
At night you see and are seen less, with one headlight showing little of the road; use the high beam whenever you aren't following or meeting a vehicle, and ride so you can stop within the lit distance.
- p. 195Quick Stops
For a quick stop, use the front brake, which gives about three-quarters of the braking power: squeeze the lever steadily and firmly without grabbing or locking the front wheel, and apply the rear brake at the same time, trying not to lock it.
Passengers and group riding
- p. 199Carrying Passengers and Cargo
Extra weight from a passenger or a large load changes how the motorcycle balances, turns, speeds up and slows down; a passenger lighter than the operator affects handling less than a heavier one.
- p. 199Passengers
Before carrying a passenger, check that the motorcycle has proper passenger equipment, instruct the passenger before starting, and adjust the tires and shocks for the extra weight.
New Jersey motorcycle license questions and answers
12 questionsThe knowledge test
Do I have to take the motorcycle knowledge test in New Jersey?
If you already hold a New Jersey basic or commercial license, finishing an approved Basic Rider Course can waive both the MVC knowledge test and the motorcycle road test, though some applicants, such as drivers in the GDL program, may not qualify. Without the course, you pass the MVC knowledge and vision tests to validate a motorcycle examination permit. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 164–166
What does this New Jersey motorcycle practice test cover?
Chapter 10 of the New Jersey Driver Manual (2026, R0726), the Motorcycle Manual: licensing and permit rules, the road test, gear and helmets, the pre-ride check, body position, braking and shifting, being seen, the SIPDE system, lane position, dangerous surfaces, night riding and emergencies, passengers and group riding, alcohol, drugs and fatigue, and maintenance. The manual says to study both the Driver Manual and the Motorcycle Manual. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 169
What score do I need to pass the New Jersey motorcycle permit test?
You need 40 of the 50 questions right (80%). Always confirm the current test with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC). Compare every state
How many questions can I miss on the New Jersey motorcycle permit test?
You can miss up to 10 of the 50 questions: you need 40 right (80%) to pass.
Getting your endorsement
How old do you have to be for a New Jersey motorcycle permit?
At least 17, with a parent or guardian's consent under 18. Riders under 18 must complete the Basic Rider Course before the endorsement, and you must be 18 to take the MVC motorcycle road test. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 164–166
What can't you do on a New Jersey motorcycle permit?
Ride between half an hour after sunset and half an hour before sunrise, carry passengers, or ride on any state toll road or limited-access highway. You must hold the permit for at least 20 days of practice before the road test, but you can practice without another rider along. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 169–170
What happens on the New Jersey motorcycle road test?
After bringing your own registered, insured motorcycle plus a helmet and eye protection, you ride four exercises: a sharp turn and a stop in a painted box, a weave through cones 12 feet apart and a U-turn, a quick stop judged against your speed, and an obstacle swerve. Putting a foot down, touching cones or lines and skidding count against you, and stalling is a fail. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 166–172
What is the 500cc restriction on a New Jersey motorcycle license?
If you take the MVC road test on a motorcycle of 231cc or less, your license is limited to motorcycles of 500cc or less, shown as restriction 5, and you must carry the MVC's restriction card when riding. Testing on a larger bike, or finishing a state Motorcycle Safety Education Program course, avoids it. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 165
Can I get a New Jersey motorcycle license without a driver license?
Yes. Start with a motorcycle permit, practice at least six months if under 21 or three months if older, and pass the MVC road test (a course gives a completion card here, not a road test waiver). You then hold a probationary Class E license for at least a year before the unrestricted license at 18 or older. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 167–169
Which three-wheelers and small bikes don't need a motorcycle endorsement in New Jersey?
Autocycles and low-speed motorcycles (under 50cc or 1.5 brake horsepower, top speed 35 mph) need only a basic license, and so does an enclosed three-wheeler with a glazed cab, car-type seats and seat belts or automotive steering. Low-speed motorcycles must stay off toll roads, limited-access highways and roads posted over 35 mph. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 164–165
How much does a New Jersey motorcycle permit and license cost?
New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) lists the current fees for the motorcycle permit, tests and license on its official fee page.
Riding in New Jersey
Do New Jersey motorcycle riders have to wear helmets and eye protection?
Yes. Helmets are required for operators and passengers, and an operator can be fined for carrying a passenger without one. Operators also need approved goggles or a face shield unless the motorcycle has a windscreen. Helmets must meet the federal FMVSS 218 standard and have reflective tape on each side. New Jersey Driver Manual, Chapter 10: Motorcycle Manual p. 173–174