motorcycle permit

[Scapegoat]

i had one... years ago, but no longer. probably even tossed the permit itself.

If i remember correctly, i was able to go to an auto notary and get them to renew it and print a copy out for me based on my normal license?

But again, its been a few years... what is the best way to get this permit again? I'm looking to take the safety course and maybe get a bike in the next month or two...

[Xavier]

Go to the DMV? That'd be the easiest way. If you are genuinely interested in taking the PAMSP you'd better start looking into it as the classes fill up very quickly.

[Blaise]

Just go down to the DMV, take the 20 question test (easy) and be on your way.

Happy to hear more people are interested in buying bikes. Just don't buy a supersport as your first bike... stick to actual beginner bikes!

[Scapegoat]

going to look into finding a used Honda Shadow Spirit... there is a DMV on the way home... not sure of their hours, but i'll pull in and check them out.

I was getting ready to sign up for the class, but they require a permit id... so as soon as i get the permit, i'll be online signing up for the next earliest class i can get into. then save up the 10-20% for the bike and go buy one :)

[EvlEgl]

going to look into finding a used Honda Shadow Spirit... there is a DMV on the way home... not sure of their hours, but i'll pull in and check them out.

I was getting ready to sign up for the class, but they require a permit id... so as soon as i get the permit, i'll be online signing up for the next earliest class i can get into. then save up the 10-20% for the bike and go buy one :)

I'll say this again...Bikes are Not like cars...the Dealers dont Need you to have that much for a downpayment...Hell I had 2 grand and my Salesmen said it wouldnt change the monthly paymetns at all if I put that as a "Downpayment" It's on a Credit Card so basically if you get a promo on the rate for like...2 years at 6.9% then after that it goes up to whatever they have in the CC Contract.

But you could go there with No money and walk away with a bike...Trust me.

[crazyukrainian]

i just paid cash for the first bike.... get something cheap for like 3k or under

[EvlEgl]

i just paid cash for the first bike.... get something cheap for like 3k or under

I traded a Car for my first bike...

But Then I realized I wanted a NEW Bike (Which I'm sure will happen to Scape)

[Scapegoat]

I'll say this again...Bikes are Not like cars...the Dealers dont Need you to have that much for a downpayment...Hell I had 2 grand and my Salesmen said it wouldnt change the monthly paymetns at all if I put that as a "Downpayment" It's on a Credit Card so basically if you get a promo on the rate for like...2 years at 6.9% then after that it goes up to whatever they have in the CC Contract.

But you could go there with No money and walk away with a bike...Trust me.

right, but it does affect final payout on the CC and the limit needed. I'd assume less needed to put on the card = lower card limit = better chance of getting said card ;)

my credit isn't exactly the best, though it is getting better.

i just paid cash for the first bike.... get something cheap for like 3k or under

i'll probably end up around 3-4k

[Scapegoat]

I traded a Car for my first bike...

But Then I realized I wanted a NEW Bike (Which I'm sure will happen to Scape)

i would... but i think i'll wait until i'm a proficient enough rider to get a new bike...
:eek:

http://www.moto-station.com/ttesimages/motodivers/nouveautes2007/Harley-Davidson_Night-Rod-Special_st1mz

[EvlEgl]

right, but it does affect final payout on the CC and the limit needed. I'd assume less needed to put on the card = lower card limit = better chance of getting said card ;)

my credit isn't exactly the best, though it is getting better.



i'll probably end up around 3-4k

You would think...But it didnt in my case either...I asked.

I signed the papers then my first payment I put 2k towards the bike.

But hey At least your being smart about it going through the class and getting your papers...to many ppl riding without there licenses (i used to be one but smartened up)

[Xavier]

You can get regular financing as well. I purchased my first bike on a Kawi card. My second bike I financed through a bank.

[LuciaPwNs]

Get your permit and take a class they are actually pretty fun, free and if you drop the bike no worries =p + its always fun to watch the girls ride most of them are so dumb and cant ride ex shifting with out the clutch and hanging on the handlebars when they fall over thus burning out

[crazyukrainian]

i would... but i think i'll wait until i'm a proficient enough rider to get a new bike...
:eek:

http://www.moto-station.com/ttesimages/motodivers/nouveautes2007/Harley-Davidson_Night-Rod-Special_st1mz

+1, exactly what im doing

[LuciaPwNs]

o and get a co applicant like your parents or someone. your bound to be approved in most cases

[BustedUjoint]

when i snagged my permit i just had to pay $10, no test, nothing. But that wassssssss iiiinnnnnnn . . . 06? might have changed. The wife and I took the course. Good stuff. especially for free. Do it up!

[Scapegoat]

how long after failing the permit knowledge test can you take it again.

time to brush on the stuff i knew... 4-5 years ago :)

[Blaise]

You can go the next day. You didn't fail did you!?

[Scapegoat]

You can go the next day. You didn't fail did you!?

i did :o

its been about 4-5 years since i looked through the manual so its whatever :lol:

i was expecting it to be more "common sense" like the car questions, but it wasn't... so i didn't prepare at all



http://www.spreadshirt.com/users/120000/119961/motives/881/119961_639881_big.gif

[Xavier]

Really now? lol

[Scapegoat]

Really now? lol

rly

i'll go back tomorrow and see if i can retake it after reading the damn book tonight. :bigeek:

[crazyukrainian]

that sucks man.... oh well, **** happens

[EvlEgl]

Jersey makes you wait 7 days to re take the test...Dont feel bad I failed to...Went home Read the book waited 7 days and aced that ****....Remember if your not sure hit the skip button and go to the next question.

[Blaise]

Yeah, well that's good, at least now you'll reread the book. Good luck!

[ThePrimerSuspect]

i had my permit 4 times without ever picking up the book. went to get it this year and failed 3 times. i suck:mad:

[yugotdonkey]

I might have to retake my permit in March probably. I almost failed the vision test last time, stupid eyes suck so bad even with glasses. Hopefully I can take the lisc. test before that, don't permits expire after 1 year?

[Blaise]

i had my permit 4 times without ever picking up the book. went to get it this year and failed 3 times. i suck:mad:

It's a lot less expensive to just get your license than renewing your permit!

[ThePrimerSuspect]

It's a lot less expensive to just get your license than renewing your permit!

i know. but i work weekends and i sold my bike 2 years ago so i just have no real motivation to do it lol

[crazyukrainian]

just take the safety course and stop worrying about it

[abrok99]

It's a lot less expensive to just get your license than renewing your permit!

is that you in your avatar?:supz:

[Blaise]

Yup. Is it spring yet?

[gcliff]

in Jerz i didnt sign up for the state provided training course I just showed up and they take 2 or 3 people depending if someone didnt come, I got right in and in 2 days had my license. everything i knew already but i think it was worth it,,

there are 2 kinds of riders,, the ones that are going down, and the ones who've been down,,

[95TurboDC2]

Go to the dmv and take the test. The safety course is a good idea. i was riding for a few years and then took it and learned and pick up some really good things. i was told that you need really good credit in order to get a finance a motorcycle. I guess they look at it as not a necessity.

[crazyukrainian]

safety course > dmv test

[ctt1128]

go to the dmv and take the 20 question test, easiest thing to do

[W_Evo]

If I have an out of state licence can I get a Jersey motorcycle permit?