Motorcycle Learner's Permit

Upon application, the DMV shall issue a motorcycle learner's permit to a New Hampshire resident 18 years of age or older or 16 years of age or older and under 18 years of age who has successfully completed an approved driver education course and has a valid New Hampshire driver's license. A motorcycle learner's permit shall permit the holder to drive a motorcycle on any New Hampshire road after sunrise and before sunset. The holder of a motorcycle learner's permit shall not carry any passengers. The permit shall be valid for 45 days from the date of issuance or renewal or until the permit holder obtains a motorcycle license, at which time the permit will no longer be valid. The permit may be renewed one time.

To apply for a Motorcycle Permit, applicants may request an appointment by visiting our Appointments and Services page, and bring the following information to their appointment:

Completed Application for Driver License or ID Card (DSMV 450)
Current Driver License
Payment of $30.00, $25 for permit renewal
Vison Test will be required
Knowledge test will be given for an original permit or for a renewal if the original permit knowledge test was passed more than one year prior to the renewal application.