As of now, the states that require an international driving permit for foreign drivers are California, Florida, and New York. It is important for foreign drivers to check the specific requirements of each state they plan to drive in before traveling.
Yes. Just as riding on a motorcycle is very different from riding in a car, DRIVING a motorcycle is also very different from driving a car. To ensure that you are safe to drive a motorcycle on the road, states require that you get a separate motor licence. Your state DMV will have more information.
You are not required by law to wear a crash helmet in Florida however i would highly recommend that you do! Florida does not require a helmet while driving a motorcycle. http://www.edgarsnyder.com/auto-accident/motorcycle-accident/helmetlaws/florida.html
Some countries that require an international driving permit for foreign drivers include Japan, China, and Brazil. It is important for travelers to check the specific requirements of each country they plan to visit before driving.
It will require about six hours of driving time.
A driver's license is required. In fact, a scooter of that size is considered a motorcycle and requires a class M motorcycle license if one wants to drive it on the street. It has nothing to do with top speed. Scooters regardless of displacement are motorcycles under California statute. There is no 49cc exemption any longer. 10cc gas motor with no pedals is a motorcycle under California law and requires M1. The previous info is incorrect. There is a 49cc exemption and it is called a M2 license. Call California DMV at 1-800-777-0133 to verify. The M2 license does not require a driving test on a motorcycle. The test can be taken on a scooter with a 49cc or less displacement. Any larger displacement does require a driving test on an actual motorcycle. Sales of these bikes requires occupational license, meaning a DMV issued dealers license. Scooters in the form of skateboard type things are illegal for any public road use if gas powered. M2 license is the written part of the motorcycle license, and M1 requires a driving test. Safety courses are accepted as an alternative to M1 driving tests if passed -From AutoQnA.com (http://autoqna.com/motorcycles/1259-motorcycles-6.HTML) Further Info: "With a Class M2, you can only operate any motorized bicycle or moped or any bicycle with an attached motor." - direct quote from DMV.
Only passenger and motorcycle endorsements require a road test of their own.
In California, you need a motorcycle license or a motorcycle learner's permit to operate a 49cc moped. In Nevada, a moped with an engine size of 49cc or less does not require a motorcycle license, but you must have a valid driver's license and register the moped with the DMV. Always check local regulations, as requirements can change.
If it is a dirt bike they do not require a headlight, but if it is a road bike then yes all motorcycles need a headlight by law.
I asked and the answer is no. It is considered an extension of the motorcycle. But make sure it has lights and that passenger is wearing a helmet The question wasn't does a sidecar rig require a "special" endorsement The question was "does the state of NJ require a motorcycle endorsement for a sidecar". The answer is YES. to operate a motorcycle with a sidecar you must have a motorcycle endorsement
You will require about 15 hours of driving time.
Most states require insurance if the motorcycle is to be ridden on public roads.