Connecticut Motorcycle Licensing
Motorcycle License Endorsements, Permits, Training & Insurance
Operating a Motorcycle in Connecticut
The requirements for operating a motorcycle in the state of Connecticut include:
- Meeting the state’s minimum age requirement.
- Obtaining a Connecticut motorcycle license endorsement (you may also need a motorcycle learner’s permit).
- Registering your motorcycle with the state of Connecticut.
- Obtaining insurance coverage that meets Connecticut state requirements.
The minimum age requirement to operate a motorcycle in Connecticut is 16 years old.
Getting a Connecticut Motorcycle Learner’s Permit
If you do not yet hold an endorsement, you will typically begin with a motorcycle learner’s permit.
Permit requirements and details include:
- You must already hold or be eligible for a valid Connecticut driver’s license.
- You must submit a non-commercial driver’s license application (Form R-229).
- If you are under the age of 18, you must present a notarized Certificate of Parental Consent (Form 2-D).
- You must pass all required tests.
- You must pay all applicable fees.
The permit is valid for 60 days, with a renewal option for an additional 60 days in the same calendar year.
Getting a Connecticut Motorcycle Endorsement
To legally operate a motorcycle on public roads in Connecticut you must have an “M” endorsement added to your driver’s license.
Steps to obtaining the endorsement include:
- Holding a valid Connecticut driver’s license.
- Completing an approved novice rider course.
- Visiting a DMV hub or branch after you have completed an approved course and pay the endorsement-addition fee .
Note: If you are 18 years or older, you may not carry a passenger for the first 90 days after getting the endorsement; if you are 16 or 17 you may not carry any passenger for the first six (6) months.
Motorcycle Education & Safety Training
In Connecticut, completion of a novice rider course is mandatory to get the “M” endorsement.
These courses typically include both classroom instruction and on-bike skills training. For example, the Basic Rider Course through the Connecticut State Community College includes an online component and practical range work.
Completing the course not only serves licensing needs but also improves rider skills and safety.
Registration & Insurance
All motorcycles in Connecticut must be properly registered and insured. Insurance must meet the statutory minimum requirements, as follows:
- $25,000 bodily injury per person
- $50,000 bodily injury per accident
- $25,000 property damage per accident
This article has been provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. It is based on the most reliable information available as of the date of publication. Motorcycle laws are subject to change. For legal guidance and to ensure you have the most up-to-date information, please consult qualified legal counsel or your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles.
The CT DMV requires motorcyclists to have current coverage that meets the state’s minimum requirements on all registered vehicles. Before riding in Connecticut, make sure your coverage meets the state’s requirements.
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