I have a dilema...

[jven9]

It does pertain to my Kat because I need my permit to start learning to ride. So, I just bought my bike not more then a week ago. The only problem is that I'm in the military & I don't have my permit right now to start riding legally, because I'm stationed in Virginia but my
License is out of Texas. So I was wondering if anyone has ever encountered this situation before. Now the process to get my license is easy, My base offers the MSF course, so I'll just need to take that then send in the results to Texas, then Viola! I can ride. I just need my permit so I can LEARN to ride.

[Psycho1]

Wow, never thought of that situation happening to our troops stationed outside their home state. Good question, and looking forward to hopefully reading about some solutions. Good luck.

[jven9]

Thanks.
I hope there is a solution to this.

[SGTJimbo_Kat600]

Have you talked to the DMV in virginia? I am sure you aren't the first person to have this problem. Also talk to the safety office on post, they can probably give you direction as well.

[Enjay386]

Am I missing something? Can't you just go to the DMV in VA and take the permit test? If you pass they give it to you that very day...

[Kreylyn]

Am I missing something? Can't you just go to the DMV in VA and take the permit test? If you pass they give it to you that very day...

Most states require a full DL to get a motorcycle endorsement. His DL is Texas.

Possible to get a instate DL as residence on the base, and then a permit?...

Krey

[Enjay386]

Most states require a full DL to get a motorcycle endorsement. His DL is Texas.

Possible to get a instate DL as residence on the base, and then a permit?...

Krey

Hers

[VifferJim]

I'd call: TX Driver License Customer Service: (512) 424-2600

This From the TX website:

How do I obtain a motorcycle instruction permit?
In addition to testing, applicants under age 18 must:

• Meet the instruction permit requirements.
• Present the completion certificate of the Motorcycle Safety Course (MSB-8). Be advised that the MSC must be approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.
• Pay the required fee. 37 Texas Administrative Code 15.40, Texas Transportation Code 521.421.
• Pass the written and vision exam. 37 Texas Administrative Code 15.51, 37 Texas Administrative Code 15.52.
• Application must include photograph and thumbprints; however, thumbprints are not included on the driver license. 37 Texas Administrative Code 15.44, 37 Texas Administrative Code 15.45, Texas Transportation Code 521.142.

I am currently out-of-state and want to add a motorcycle classification to my Texas license. How can this be done?

Applicants must:

• Complete the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) course. Be advised that the course must be approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. If a military member, a MSF course may be offered on base. If not, you can complete a course through a local college or university.
• Submit a copy of the graded written exam or a letter from the instructor stating the exam taken and grade given, and the MSF completion certificate. Texas Transportation Code 521.143.
• Submit the required fee in the form of a check or money order drawn on a U.S. Bank, payable to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Texas Transportation Code 521.421.

Mail the information listed above and the required fee to the:
Texas Department of Public Safety
Attn: L.I.B./Receiving
P. O. Box 15999
Austin, TX 78761-5999

[tdrcomm]

Hers

Nice one Enjay.

I could be wrong so don't quote me, but I believe that bike permits are universally recognized just like a regular DL permit but the actual test for the full license has to be done in the state of residence. I had the same question for BF when he went out-of-state for school last year. He only had his Cali permit but the same rules applied for 'Bama.

I'd double check just to make sure.

Oh... Big SoCal welcome to KR!

[jven9]

Thanks for all the help.

I'm actually going to Texas at the end of this month, so I can just stop at the DMV there. I've been trying to get help from the people on base here, but they're so narrow minded with the fact that a female wants to ride & are pretty much no help to me. & since my base is so small we don't have a scheduled MSF course. It's done when there are more then 3 ppl asking to take it. So I'm pretty much on a waiting list.

[JokerZwild]

Thanks for all the help.

I've been trying to get help from the people on base here, but they're so narrow minded with the fact that a female wants to ride & are pretty much no help to me. & since my base is so small we don't have a scheduled MSF course. It's done when there are more then 3 ppl asking to take it. So I'm pretty much on a waiting list.

Wow that sux! Press on gurl! Get it done, then flipem the bird as you buzz by!

[jven9]

Will do!

[jven9]

I'm going to Texas this week!

Going to finally get my permit!!

[StevieB]

I've been trying to get help from the people on base here, but they're so narrow minded with the fact that a female wants to ride & are pretty much no help to me. & since my base is so small we don't have a scheduled MSF course. It's done when there are more then 3 ppl asking to take it. So I'm pretty much on a waiting list.

Now, what gives you the impression they are not willing to help you because you are a woman? Looks to me like they are just making sure the course will be well attended. Could you be looking for a slight where there really is none?

[Pacerman]

When i was in Mississippi I had a NC drivers licence. I went to the MS DMV and got a permit.