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The vehicle must have a saddle or seat for the driver to sit astride or upon, or a platform on which to stand.  \nGetting a Motorcyle Endorsement or License  \nEvery New Jersey resident who operates a motorcycle or trike must have a New Jersey motorcycle driver license or a motorcycle endorsement on an existing New Jersey basic or commercial license. Two exceptions exist:  \n1. The operator of a three-wheeled motor vehicle, equipped with a single cab that has a glazing around the occupant, seats similar to those of a passenger vehicle or truck, seat belts or automotive steering, isnot required to have a motorcycle endorsement added to their basic automobile driver license, and is not required to wear a helmet.  \n2. The operator of a low-speed motorcycle.  \nApplicants who already have a valid New Jersey basic or commercial driver license may qualify for test of knowledge and motorcycle road test waivers by taking an approved NJ Motorcycle Safety Education Program (MSEP) Basic Rider Course (BRC). For details, [please visit](please visit www.njridesafe.org)[ www.njridesafe.org](please visit www.njridesafe.org).  \nSome applicants may not qualify for waivers, including those in the Graduated Driver License (GDL) Program. Contact the MVC for details, at (609) 292-6500.  \nNote: Anyone under the age of 18 is required to take the Motorcycle Safety Education Program Basic Rider Course before receiving a motorcycle endorsement. Note: A valid basic driver license is required to operate an autocycle . A motorcycle license or endorsement is not required.  \nLOW-SPEED MOTORCYCLES  \nBasic auto license holders can operate a low-speed motorcycle without any endorsement or separate motorcycle license. Low-speed motorcycles are less than 50cc or have a motor rated at no more than 1.5 brake horsepower with a maximum speed of no more than 35 mph on a flat surface. Low-speed motorcycles may not be operated on any state toll road, limited-access highway or any public road with a posted speed limit greater than 35 miles per hour. (N.J.S.A. 39:3-76.11)  \nNote: Anyone who takes a road test at MVC on a motorcycle that is 231cc or less is restricted to riding only a 500cc or less motorcycle (M endorsement or Class E motorcycle-only license with restriction) . If the road test is taken on a motorcycle that is over 231cc, there will be no restriction with the M endorsement or motorcycle-only license. Anyone who successfully completes a Motorcycle Safety Education Program (MSEP) course is exempt from this motorcycle size requirement and will not be restricted. 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