Quick Noob question
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Quick Noob question
How far in advance should I call to set up my MSF course? I didn't take the written test at the DMV yet. Can I just take the test or do I need a regular California license first?(I'm from NJ) Thanks
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RE: Quick Noob question
You can take the written test and get a permit, but can only ride during the day and not on the freeway day or night. I think a permit is good for a year. I would do that get some practice in, but if you know nothing bout the bike or riding sighn up for the class. jmo
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How far in advance should I call to set up my MSF course? I didn't take the written test at the DMV yet. Can I just take the test or do I need a regular California license first?(I'm from NJ) Thanks
How far in advance should I call to set up my MSF course? I didn't take the written test at the DMV yet. Can I just take the test or do I need a regular California license first?(I'm from NJ) Thanks
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I just signed up for the MSF course for May 11th. I'm going to get my permit within a week.Does anybody know if I can register and insure a bike with just the permit?
I just signed up for the MSF course for May 11th. I'm going to get my permit within a week.Does anybody know if I can register and insure a bike with just the permit?
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RE: Quick Noob question
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ya with the permit you can't ride at night or on the freeway
ya with the permit you can't ride at night or on the freeway
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That's fine. I have very little experience. I just wanted to know if I could slap plates on it and ride around my apartment complex parking lot and get a feel for the bike. Maybe go up and down the block a little. I don't want to ride until I take the course and learn how to.
ORIGINAL: frrogger1
ya with the permit you can't ride at night or on the freeway
ya with the permit you can't ride at night or on the freeway
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once you start riding it though you will have a hard time wanting to stop...that up and down the block may turn into 2 or 3 blocks then miles.......lol
ORIGINAL: Fremont250
That's fine. I have very little experience. I just wanted to know if I could slap plates on it and ride around my apartment complex parking lot and get a feel for the bike. Maybe go up and down the block a little. I don't want to ride until I take the course and learn how to.
ORIGINAL: frrogger1
ya with the permit you can't ride at night or on the freeway
ya with the permit you can't ride at night or on the freeway
