CAN'T RIDE TILL 21 YEARS OLD!!!!!

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vega44 · #1 Unread post by **vega44** » Sun Aug 21, 2005 5:27 pm

i can't "procreating" get a permit for a motorcycle till im 21 years old. i live in FL and this is bullshit. and this was suppost to be the motorcycle state.

BuzZz · #2 Unread post by **BuzZz** » Sun Aug 21, 2005 6:08 pm

Really? That sucks. Never knew that. Most places will allow you to ride at 16. Maybe you need to 'move' to another state that allows younger riders to get legal. Any relatives you can 'move in' with in another nearby state?

TechTMW · #3 Unread post by **TechTMW** » Sun Aug 21, 2005 7:43 pm

That's a very good law actually.

Florida doesn't allow you to get a learners permit if you are under 21, true, but they will endorse your license once you take the MSF.

I think that's a good law. So quit whining and take the MSF like virtually everyone on the forum recommends!!!

HOW TO OBTAIN A MOTORCYCLE ENDORSEMENT

* Add a motorcycle endorsement to an existing Florida driver license:
1. Pass the motorcycle knowledge and skill tests, or
2. Successfully complete a motorcycle rider safety course.
(Under 21 years of age must attend a rider safety course before being licensed to ride a motorcycle.)
* Obtain a motorcycle (temporary) "Instruction Permit" restricted to "No Passengers".
1. Must be 21 years of age or older
2. Hold or obtain (at least) a Class E driver license.
3. Pass the motorcycle knowledge test.

The passenger restriction is removed upon successful completion of the skill test or upon successful completion of the motorcycle safety course.

BuzZz · #4 Unread post by **BuzZz** » Sun Aug 21, 2005 10:52 pm

Aaahhh, I see, that's a whole different kettle o' fish than not allowing riders under 21. I can't say that only letting younger riders loose after they take the MSF is a bad idear at all.

So take the course and get endorsed. You know ya wanna.

Scott58 · #5 Unread post by **Scott58** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 1:42 am

The state of florida will however send you off to war at the age of 18.

DivideOverflow · Mon Aug 22, 2005 1:57 am

Yeah, but you get training for that too. I wholeheartedly agree with kids under 21 having to take the MSF, especially since I think everyone should take it.

ronboskz650sr · Mon Aug 22, 2005 2:38 am

It looks like maybe you can go straight to the msf if you are under 21, but to get a "permit", allowing you to ride around alone without instruction, you need to be a licensed driver over 21...I'd check further with an MSF instructor to be sure. Of course, 21 is a teen in Florida..

Mon Aug 22, 2005 2:40 am

I doubt the "State of Florida" sends anyone off to war...

-Holiday · #9 Unread post by **-Holiday** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 3:38 am

i think thats a great idea(having to take the msf course first)!

I'm actually all for no licsenses for anyone (car or bike) until at least 18, if not 21.

16 years old for the most part are just too immature and irresponsible to drive at that age. I know because I was one!

Insurance rates would probably go down.

I also agree that anyone who wants a motorcycle license should have to take the msf course.

#10 Unread post by **cb360** » Mon Aug 22, 2005 4:27 am

This is a nonissue - go take the MSF. Operating a motorcycle is more difficult and more dangerous than driving a car - I have no problem with stiffer requirements. It's still accessible to every single person who wishes to ride one so I don't see any discrimination here. Want to ride a motorcycle legally? Ok, but you have to get training first.