How do I obtain an international motorcycle license?

Do I need a class C license in order to obtain a motorcycle license?

• I am 16 and recently obtained my permit. I'm only interested in obtaining a motorcycle license in order to ride in sf. I'm aware of the steps in order to receive my motorcycle license, but I'm not sure if I first need a class C driver license. Thank you.

• Answer:

  You are in California. You do *NOT* need to have your Class-C. http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/cgi-bin/calawquery?codesection=veh CVC 12804.9.(b)(4) Class M1. A two-wheel motorcycle or a motor-driven cycle. Authority to operate a vehicle included in a class M1 license may be granted by endorsement on a class A, B, or C license upon completion of an appropriate examination. I know it is a difficult word, but the word "OR" means you can get either a "Class M1 License" or you can get a "Class C M1 License." This is true in California as it is *any* State that has allows you do have a motorcycle license instead of only allowing a motorcycle endorsement on your car driver's license. It is *STUPID* to not get your Class-C as well your M1. Without that "Class C" you cannot drive a work truck or van, meaning there are jobs you may not work. Without that "Class C" you cannot drive a rental car if you fly somewhere on vacation. Without that "Class C" you cannot drive a U-Haul truck if you want to move stuff more than you can carry on a motorcycle. To repeat: The Correct Answer, from the California DMV site: http://dmv.ca.gov/dl/checklists/mc.htm > To obtain a motorcycle license if you are under age 18 you must: ... > To obtain a motorcycle license if you are 18 or older you must: ... > If you do not have a California driver license, you will also need to: See.... The State of California Department of Motor Vehicles says you do NOT need a car license.