Starting August 26, those who are under 18 and want a motorcycle endorsement must complete a certified motorcycle safety basic rider course first. House Bill 2260 by Rep. Chuck Hoskin was passed by the Legislature during this year’s session.
Before the law, young motorcycle riders could either complete the training course or appear before a Department of Public Safety examiner to take the written and driving test. Under the new law, the written and driving tests will be waived, if the safety course was completed. Riders will still need to take the basic law test and vision screening before getting the motorcycle endorsement.
The new law has the support of A Brotherhood Aiming Toward Education (ABATE), which is a motorcycle safety organization.
“By requiring formal training for riders under the age of 18, this bill will save lives and prevent injuries,” said John Pierce, government affairs chairman for ABATE of Oklahoma. “Thanks Rep. Chuck Hoskin and Sen. Randy Bass for carrying this bill to a successful conclusion.”
Riders aged 18 and older will have the choice have taking the writing and driving test exams or completing a motorcycle safety course to get the endorsement.
