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Teens and Motorcycles Can Mix — Safely!
How Teens Can Get a Motorcycle License
Steps you can take to best prepare your child to get their motorcycle license
Steps you can take to best prepare your child to get their motorcycle license
Obtaining a driver’s license signals a new road to independence for teenagers. Parents often worry about their kids when they get behind the wheel of a car. What about a motorcycle? Many teens also want to hop on a bike and take off. While you may be concerned, there are steps you can take to best prepare your child to get their motorcycle license.
Before anyone can become a licensed driver, they usually must practice with a permit. Requirements vary from state to state, but the consensus is that applicants must at least be between 14 to 17 years old and able to pass the specified tests. The main tests include a DDS knowledge exam, a road skills test, and a vision exam. Your state may also require you to sign on your child’s behalf.
While you may not always need a permit , there are some advantages to having one. For example, holding a…
