To legally ride a 2-wheel motorcycle, 3-wheel motorcycle, or scooter in Washington, you must have a motorcycle endorsement or permit on your driver license.
Before you get started
If you ride without the proper endorsement or permit, you may be:
- Fined $386 and
- Your motorcycle, scooter, or trike may be impounded
To legally ride in Washington you must have a 2-wheel motorcycle or 3-wheel sidecar/trike:
- Endorsement on your driver license or
- Motorcycle instruction permit for learning how to ride on public roadways
| Type of motorcycle | Endorsement required |
|---|---|
2-wheel motorcycle or scooter that:
|
2-wheel endorsement |
2-wheel motorcycle or scooter that:
|
No endorsement required |
| 2-wheel motorcycle or scooter with a stabilizing conversion kit installed | 3-wheel endorsement |
| Motorcycle with a sidecar | 3-wheel endorsement |
| 3-wheel trike or reverse trike | 3-wheel endorsement |
| 3-wheel vehicle with a seating area, safety belts, and a steering wheel | No endorsement required |
