Motorcycles and Similar Vehicles

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A motorcycle is a motor vehicle that has a seat or saddle for the use of the rider, and is designed to travel on not more than three wheels in contact with the ground per California Vehicle Code (CVC) 400 (a) and whose motor displaces more than 150 cubic centimeters (150cc). 

  • Two-wheeled motorcycles require an M-1 endorsement.

  • Three-wheeled motorcycles or motorcycles with an attached sidecar require only a Class C driver license per CVC 12804.9.

  • A Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant helmet is required.