Be 18 years old and able to present a current state license or ID. Complete the written Rules of the Road exam. Pass a vision test. Pay a permit fee, or show successful completion of an IDOT motorcycle training course and be enrolled in a motorcycle training program if you are 16 or 17 years old.

How much is the BRC?

Basic Rider Course (BRC) $245.

Where can I get my motorcycle license in Illinois?

To take the written and road tests, you’ll need to visit your local Driver Service Center. You can find the nearest location that offers motorcycle testing at the Illinois Driver Service Center Locations webpage. Not all locations offer motorcycle license testing, so be sure that you locate one that does.

Is MSF free?

The MSF Basic RiderCourse is designed for beginning riders of all ages. More than 8 million motorcyclists nationwide have graduated from a RiderCourse since 1974. Motorcycles and helmets are provided free of charge for your use during the course.

What is basic RiderCourse?

The Basic RiderCourse teaches the basic mental and physical skills needed for riding. In some states, this course provides a waiver of the written and/or riding licensing tests. Pre-requisites: Able to balance and ride a bicycle. Possess either a driver’s license or motorcycle learner’s permit.

What happens if you get pulled over without a motorcycle license in Illinois?

In Illinois, driving without a valid license is a Class B misdemeanor offense. The potential penalties for this offense include up to 180 days in jail, and a maximum fine of $1500. Whether they are licensed or not, everyone has a privilege of operating a motor vehicle within the state borders of Illinois.

How do you get motorcycle license in Illinois?

To get an Illinois Motorcycle License, you must be at least 16 years old and pass both a written exam and an on-bike riding test (for which you’ll need to provide your own bike and riding gear). The written test covers information found in the Illinois Motorcycle Operator Manual as well as the Illinois Rules of The Road guidebook.

What is motorcycle training?

The Motorcyclist Training Course (MTC) is a 15 hour course which includes 5 hours of classroom instruction and 10 hours of actual riding. The MTC is mandatory for those under the age of 21, but is also recommended to those 21 and older who are seeking to obtain a motorcycle endorsement on their California driver license.

What is a motorcycle course?

A motorcycle safety course teaches both new and experienced riders how to handle their bike on the open road with safety and confidence. While laws requiring motorcycle safety or training courses vary from state to state, the safe-riding knowledge and experience a rider can gain is invaluable for any level.