How to Get Your Montana Motorcycle License
The actual step-by-step process, from application to full license — not just what's on the exam. Confirm anything time-sensitive (fees, forms) with Montana MVD directly.
Confirm you meet the minimum age
The minimum age for a Montana motorcycle endorsement is 16, or 15 for an applicant who has completed a driver's education course.
Pass the knowledge test
Pass the 25-question motorcycle knowledge test (80%, 20 correct) at a Motor Vehicle Division office.
Pass the skills test
Schedule and pass a skills test to complete the endorsement process.
Receive your motorcycle endorsement
Once you pass, the motorcycle endorsement is added to your existing driver's license — Montana doesn't issue a separate standalone license class for motorcycles.
Follow the under-18 helmet requirement
An operator or passenger under 18 must wear a helmet; helmet use becomes optional once a rider turns 18.
Notes
- In open-range areas, livestock can legally wander onto a rural highway since property owners aren't required to fence them in.
- A mountain pass can shift from clear skies to wind, rain, or even snow within a short stretch of road as elevation changes.
- Exact fees and current procedures change over time — confirm the current process with the official Montana MVD website before you ride.
Last reviewed: 2026-07-24