Rider guides
Motorcycle guides for California riders
Straight answers to the questions riders ask us every week, checked against the DMV, the CHP and the manufacturers.
- How to Get a Motorcycle Permit and License in CaliforniaThe steps to a California M1 license, split by age: the CMSP course, the DMV knowledge test, what the permit lets you do, and how long it all takes.Read it, 7 min
- How to Choose Your First MotorcycleWhat actually matters when you pick a first bike: how it fits you, how heavy it feels, how much power you need, and what to budget for beyond the bike.Read it, 7 min
- Lane Splitting in California: What the Law SaysLane splitting is legal in California, but the law sets no speed rules. Here is what Vehicle Code 21658.1 actually says, the CHP's tips, and how we approach it.Read it, 6 min
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