Where, What, how:

To legally ride a 2-wheel motorcycle, 3-wheel motorcycle, or scooter in Washington, you must have a motorcycle endorsement or permit on your driver’s license. To obtain the endorsement you must pass all 4 Washington state motorcycle endorsement tests;

•  A Permit Knowledge Test 
• A Permit Skills Test 
• An Endorsement Knowledge Test
• An Endorsement Skills Test

This can be done by attending a 3rd party testing session as scheduled on our website click this link to go directly to the sign-up page. If you are looking for training in addition to the testing, you can do this  by completing a class- for beginners- GET RIDING  includes the permit testing only) or if you know how to ride, but could use some training to advance your skills, complete the Street Strategies Intermediate Training Course (this class includes the Endorsement test, permit testing is available on the same day, please bring cash in hand to cover the testing fee)

Washington state motorcycle endorsement DOL link with all the step-by-step guides.

Washington State requires anyone wanting to get their Endorsement to complete all 4 tests. If you complete only the Endorsement Testing, the DOL will direct you back to complete the Permit Testing.

Please make sure that your permit is valid, if it's expired when you go to add your Endorsement with the DOL, you will need to retest for the Permit. 

 Register for a Permit Testing session online or pay in person if you prefer to pay in cash. Or attend a Get Riding Course- permit testing is included. 

Permit Knowledge Test 

•  Motorcycle Operating Manual can be found on the Washington State DOL site. (link)
• A 50-question multiple choice knowledge test is administered at classroom site/testing location
• You must achieve a score of at least 80% to pass.

Permit Skills Riding Test is administered as a group & consists of 5 separate evaluation runs;

• Cone weave and stop in a box (normal stop)
• Right turn from a stop and left U-turn
• Swerve
• Quick stop
• Cornering

Permit Skills test bike rental (optional- rental fee is an additional cost)

If you choose not to rent the bike, please bring your own bike (trailer it in, on the back of a truck, have a friend who is endorsed ride it up for you).

Test Day Instructions:

• You must arrive on time for your session. Plan to be onsite about 10 minutes before the scheduled time to complete some paperwork. If you arrive after the test begins, you may not be allowed to participate.
• All riders will line up for the Skills Exam, which will be taken as a group.

Post-Test Procedure:

• Successful completion of these 2 tests will qualify you for a permit only.
• After successfully completing the 2-part permit testing, visit a DOL office after 3 business days of your testing date to get the permit added to your driver’s license. The 3-day wait is needed for administrative processing time for scores to be submitted to the DOL. 

IMPORTANT NOTES: 

Expiration:

Motorcycle tests completed after March 1, 2024 are valid for 365 days. All motorcycle tests completed before March 1, 2024 are valid for 180 days from the date of testing.

• You must have a valid permit to renew if completed before March 1, 2024.
• Your Permit is only valid for 180 days. If you choose, while the permit is still valid you may visit the DOL office to renew it for another 180. 
• If your permit expired before renewal, you will be required to retest  and pay testing fees again.
• You are only allowed one initial permit and one permit renewal within a 5-year period.

Driving Restrictions:

• While driving with an instruction permit on a public roadway, you may not carry passengers and you may not drive during the hours of darkness.

Note:
These requirements are subject to change and it’s always a good idea to check the latest information from the Washington State Department of Licensing.

Register for Endorsement Testing online for the scheduled dates, or sign up for Street Strategies Intermediate Riders Couse (endorsement testing is included as part of the course. 

Endorsement Knowledge Test 

• Motorcycle Operating Manual can be found on the Washington State DOL site. (link)
• A 25-question multiple choice knowledge test is administered at classroom site/testing location
• You must achieve a score of at least 68% to pass.

Endorsement Skills Riding Test is administered as a group & consists of 2 separate evaluation runs;

• This test includes several maneuvers such as a quick stop at approximately 20-25 mph and a timed figure 8 element to assess left and right cornering skills.

Bike rentals are not available for Endorsement Testing,  please bring your own bike (street legal with liability insurance) Or Take a Street Strategies Intermediate Riders Course as bikes are available for the class and the endorsement test as part of the class.

Prerequisites:

• Completion of the Permit Knowledge and Permit Skills test is required before taking the Endorsement Knowledge Test and the Endorsement Skills Test. Refer to the topic above.

Can I complete the Endorsement Testing prior to the Permit Testing?? 

Technically yes, but completing this backwards doesn't allow you to legally ride until all 4 completed tests are on your license. 

Post-Test Procedure:

• Successful completion of these 2 tests will qualify you for the Endorsement.
• After successfully completing the 2-part Endorsement testing, visit a DOL office after 3 business days of your testing date to get the endorsement added to your driver’s license.
• The 3-day wait is needed for administrative processing time for scores to be submitted to the DOL.
•  We are not the DOL- you must attend a DOL office to get the endorsement placed on the driver’s license. 

Note:
These requirements are subject to change and it’s always a good idea to check the latest information from the Washington State Department of Licensing.

CWMT offers permit testing as part of the "Get Riding Course" and offers the endorsement testing as part of the Street Strategies Intermediate Riders Course

Read more about it down below.

What is included in this course besides solid foundation in basic motorcycle operation and street strategies: 

• DOL Permit Knowledge Test. 
• DOL Permit Skill Test.
• Skill Test bike rental.

Sign up for the course.

Get Riding Course (GRC)

• Target Audience: Specifically designed for new riders or re-entry riders.
• Get ready for test: Operation Manual can be found on the Washington State DOL site. 
• Duration: About 13 hours, held over two days (Saturday & Sunday) from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Course Content: Provides knowledge, confidence, and riding skills practiced in a safe, controlled environment.
• Outcome: Successful completion of both tests during this class will get you your permit and bring you 2 steps close to your motorcycle endorsement.

Post-Completion

• Scores Entry: After successful completion of both the Permit Written Test and the Permit Skills Test, the students’ scores are electronically entered into the DOL system.
• Permit Acquisition: Students may go in person to the Driver Licensing office to obtain their motorcycle learner’s permit or electronically by visiting the DOL website.
• Your Permit is only valid for 180 days. If you choose, while the permit is still valid you may visit the DOL office to renew it for another 180. After that, if you don't get your endorsement or allow your permit to expire, you must wait 5 years before attempting to obtain another permit.

What is included in this course besides the polishing their skills in the controlled environment:

• DOL Endorsement Knowledge Test.
• DOL Endorsement Skills Test.
• Bike is included for the class and for the Endorsement test.

Prerequisites

• Valid DOL motorcycle permit. (Can be obtained prior the class on the same day assuming the rider's capability to ride the bike for additional fee)
• Riders must already be able to ride a motorcycle.

Street Strategies Intermediate Riders Course

• This is an 8-hour class designed for riders with at least a year of experience, including transitioning from dirt to street riding.
• Riders unable to ride will be dismissed with no refund and must register for the Get Riding Course.

Permit Tests (not included)

• Prior to attending the IRT class, riders must complete the Permit Written Test and the Permit Skills Test. (can be compete the same day for additional fee)
• The permit test must be passed within 365 days of the endorsement testing date.
• Your Permit is only valid for 180 days. If you choose, while the permit is still valid you may visit the DOL office to renew it for another 180. After that, if you don't get your endorsement or allow your permit to expire, you must wait 5 years before attempting to obtain another permit.
• The DOL will not notify about permit expiration. Riders should set reminders to complete all 4 tests within the appropriate time frame.
• If the permit is expired, riders will need to retake the permit tests and pay the testing fees again.

Permit Testing Options

• Riders can complete the permit testing portion by either attending a Basic Rider Course or one of the scheduled Permit Testing Sessions. Registration can be done under the DOL Permit Testing tab.

Required Training Items to Bring:

• DOT Approved Helmet
• Eye Protection (sunglasses/eyeglasses)
• Long Sleeved Shirt/Coat- we recommend a breathable fabric
• Long Pants (jeans, hiking pants etc.)
• Over The Ankle Protective Boots
• Full Fingered Leather Gloves

 Optional Items to Bring :

• Cooler
• Sunscreen, Lip protection with Sunscreen
• Bandanna
• Rain Gear/ Wind Breaker/ Layers of clothing depending on the weather
• Sport Drinks
• Snacks

Cancellation/Transfer Policy 

No refunds/transfers will be made 3 business days from the start of the class.

Refunds/transfers are only authorized if you let us know at least 3 business days prior to the class start time by sending an email to centralwamotorcycletraining@gmail.com requesting the cancellation or transfer. If requesting a transfer- please include what class you'd like to me moved to. When transferring classes, we do our best to move you to the class you request. However if the spot gets taken before we are able to close off the spot for you, we will need to move you to a later date.

There is a $50 administration fee for processing cancellation refunds/transfers of student registrations. Please pay the $50 cash when coming to class. $50 will be deducted from the refund amount for cancellations.

Refunds will also not be given if you do not complete or pass the course. 

Transfers- we do our best to move you to the 

Your registration is for a reserved seat in a specific class. If you are unable to attend the class and are less than 3 days away from the class start day, you will need to sign up for another class and pay the class fee again.  

(I.E- If class starts Saturday at 8:00 AM- we must have an email before 8:00 AM Wednesday morning.