California DMV offices: Motorcycle skills test
Not every field office administers the motorcycle skills test. These offices offer the M1/M2 riding test by appointment — bring your own properly registered, insured motorcycle and the right safety gear.
Where to find Motorcycle offices
Motorcycle skills test — by region
4 offices across 2 regions.
About Motorcycle service
To earn a California motorcycle license (M1 or M2), most riders take a skills test on a closed course — offered only at select field offices. Many riders instead complete an approved California Motorcyclist Safety Program (CMSP) course, which waives the DMV skills test entirely.
For the skills test you must provide a registered, insured motorcycle in safe operating condition and wear a DOT-approved helmet. A CMSP course waives this requirement.
How to book a Motorcycle appointment
Pass the motorcycle knowledge test and get your permit first.
Book a motorcycle skills test at an office that offers it (listed above).
Bring a registered, insured motorcycle and DOT-approved helmet.
Or complete a CMSP course to skip the DMV skills test.