Instead of taking a road test at a DMV, you may complete an approved Basic Motorcycle Rider Course. Bring your course completion waiver to a DMV to obtain your Class M license. (Some completion certificates are sent electronically to the DMV.) The waiver certificate is valid for one year from completion date.
There are three types of approved courses for a motorcycle road test waiver:
The Basic Rider Course is a great start to learning the basic skills needed to operate a motorcycle. The successful completion of the course includes the use of an E-course, approximately five hours of classroom activities and 10 hours of motorcycle riding exercises. This course gives the student the opportunity to obtain their waiver of the road test at the DMV, when applying for the Motorcycle License.
The 3-Wheel Basic Rider Course can also be done on a 3-wheel motorcycle. This course includes approximately five hours of classroom and eight hours of on-cycle riding exercises. If you complete the 3-wheel Basic Rider Course, you will be restricted to driving a 3-wheel motorcycle on your Class M license. To lift the 3-wheel restriction, you would need to complete a road test or Basic Rider Course on a 2-wheel cycle.
The Basic Rider Course2 is for riders who already possess basic riding skills and are either returning to riding or are seeking a refresher course to practice and renew basic riding skills. The course includes approximately three hours of classroom and five hours of on-cycle riding exercises. This course may also be used to waive the road test when applying for the Wisconsin Motorcycle license, as long as the student also completes the E-Course.