Motorcyclists frequently asked questionsWhat is the difference between a scooter and a moped?Do I need a motorcycle license endorsement to operate a trike or motorcycle with a sidecar?I am an endorsed motorcyclist who has just moved to Minnesota from another state. Can I transfer my motorcycle license endorsement?I am on active duty in the military and stationed out of state. Is there a procedure for me to obtain a motorcycle endorsement on my Minnesota driver's license?I am a Minnesota resident working out of state. Is there a procedure for me to obtain a motorcycle endorsement on my Minnesota driver's license?Does a windshield meet Minnesota requirements for eye protection?Does Minnesota require riders to wear a DOT approved helmet?Are motorcycle headlight modulators legal in Minnesota?Are there standards that regulate muffler exhaust noise?How do I earn my motorcycle license endorsement?How do I obtain a motorcycle permit?Do I need a motorcycle permit when I take a rider course? Am I required to take a rider training course to earn a motorcycle endorsement?I don’t have any motorcycle riding experience. Can I take the Basic Rider Course?How much experience do I need to take the Intermediate Rider Course?Will I drop my motorcycle if I take the MN Advanced Rider Course?What skills do I need to be able to take the MN Advanced Rider Course?I lost my Motorcycle Safety Foundation Rider Course completion card. How do I get a replacement?Where can I take a Motorcycle Road Guard Course?I ride with a group that conducts group rides every year. Is it possible for the MMSC to provide training on site for us?
