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Evening motorcycle testing program

Special evening hours for the state riding skills test

Several exam stations are open one night per week from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for motorcycle endorsement skill testing. An appointment is required. You can schedule an appointment online at drive.mn.gov by selecting "Schedule or Reschedule an Exam." Appointments will open for scheduling in April. You must have a valid motorcycle permit, or a motorcycle permit​ expired for less than one year, to schedule an appointment.

No tests are given in the rain or if the test surface is wet.

motorcycle course test

Students must:

  • Provide your own motorcycle and a valid driver's license
  • Bring protective gear including required helmet & eye protection
  • Provide valid proof of insurance for the motorcycle used for testing
  • Have a valid motorcycle instruction permit or a permit expired for less than one year​

To study for the motorcycle permit test, view and download the Minnesota Motorcycle Manual.

Locations

Testing is not available during the winter months. Check back in the spring for the 2025 testing dates.

Bemidji

Brainerd

  • Address: Central Lakes College 501 West College Drive
  • Phone: (651) 201-7900

​​​Detroit Lakes

Duluth

Mankato 

  • Address: MnDOT Regional Headquarters, 2161 Bassett Drive (southeast gate)
  • Phone: (651) 201-7900

Rochester

  • Address: 1633 North Broadway, River Center Plaza 
  • Phone: (651) 201-7900

St. Cloud 

  • Address: 3335 West St. Germain Street, Suite 103
  • Phone: (651) 201-7900

North Metro - Arden Hills

West Metro - Plymouth

Willmar 

  • Address: North of the Department of Transportation, 2505 Transportation Rd.
  • Phone: (651) 201-7900

Winona

  • Address: 1104 W 3rd St. (Corner of W. 3rd & Ben)
  • Phone: (651) 201-7900