to take the msf course? Scootergrrl doesn't have a permit and is taking this next week. Somone told her she needs a permit before taking the msf course. We live in califonia. Thanks

 

Click on the link regarding permits.

http://www.ca-msp.org/faq.asp

 

Correct me if I am misunderstanding, but this doesn't explain anything very well. thanks for the info, scootergrrl found and read this and was like well, do I need it or not?

 

Age 21 and Older

Step 1:

by the California Motorcyclist Safety Program. Before you enroll in the Basic

make sure you have done one of the following: 1) successfully completed a classroom driver’s education

program; 2) obtained a motorcycle or motor vehicle instruction permit; 3) hold a valid Class C automotive

driver’s license. To enroll in the Basic

completion of the Basic

Training (DL 389).

The way I read this is you need ONE of the above, so I would say if you have a driver's license, or have successly completed driver's ed, or have a car or mc permit....you are good to go? In RI we can't get a permit or license w/o taking the safety course.

 

She is taking the cmsp classroom class on the 4th, and the driving class onthe 5th and 6th. I assume they get the permit in the class. Anyone?

 

Ring the people whoare running the course, I'm sure they'll be able to tell you.

 

If you have your class C you're good. You can take the written test after the rider course.

UD

 

In Illinois they give you a permit after a simple written test.

 

I'm not from Califonia, so take this with a grain of salt.

In Maryland, any driver with a valid Class C (cage) license can take the MSF course. A motorcycle endorsed learners permit is not required. The classes out here are run through the DMV, and are generally waitlisted. Completion of the MSF course entitles the new rider to add a Class M endorsement to their license. To clarify, if you hold a certificate from MSF stating you've passed the test: you walk into the DMV, fill out the application, stand in line, have a new photo taken, and get your new license with the Class C endorsement. No need to get a learners permit. No need to take the states written exam. No need to take the state skills exam. Just step up the the white line and smile for the camera.

 

In my area, the MSF course is performed in a large parking lot- No permit, license is required. However, to operate a motorcycleon public streets, hwys, etc. you are required to have a classC License / endorsement on your drivers license. Your statelawand MSF course provider may be different.