Permit Qualifying Course

Intermediate 2 Wheel
Motorcycle Riders

Intermediate Permit

DOL testing included
$ 225* 8 hours of training
1 day course
  • 3 hours in the classroom
  • Permit Knowledge test
  • 5 hours riding on the range
  • Permit Skills test
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**Training Motorcycle Included
You will receive an automated confirmation from Motorcycle@gowmst.com immediately following your registration.
Locate it and review it.

*Subsidized Price as of 2023
You must have a WDL# to qualify for Subsidy
Washington Motorcycle
Operators Manual
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You really need proper training to be able to ride a motorcycle safely on Washington Roads. WMST provides a very safe controlled environment to be able to practice motorcycle handling, and provides testing for Motorcycle permit and endorsement. The instructors are very helpful and the courses are fun!
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Intermediate Motorcycle Permit Qualifying Course

A Fair Amount of Recent Motorcycle Experience

  • 8 hour one day permit course
  • 3 hour classroom session
  • 5 hour range session
  • Training motorcycle Included
  • **You may ride your own street legal, registered and insured motorcycle in class
  • Motorcycling and rider safety
  • Motorcycle controls and operation
  • Cover the permit test topics
  • DOL permit Knowledge & Skills test included

 ’s intermediate motorcycle permit qualifying courses are designed for riders who have current motorcycle experience and have ridden on or off road consistently within the last year. To register for a permit qualifying eight hour course you must already possess the basic skills and ability to operate a motorcycle safely, including stopping, starting, shifting, low speed turning, smooth throttle operation and competent braking.

It is important that you Understand the Expectations of this intermediate course.  You must already meet the minimum requirements outlined above to be successful.  If you do not already meet the minimum requirements above you should enroll in the Beginner Permit Course or perhaps the Kickstart.  

The classroom session covers important topics for intermediate riders and information to help you pass the Washington permit knowledge test. Range exercises practice shifting, weaving, cornering, swerving and quick stops.

Be sure to come prepared to ride with the required riding gear:

  • A helmet that meets DOT standards
  • Long jeans or heavier material pants with no rips, tears or holes
  • Long sleeve shirt or jacket that is weather appropriate
  • Eye protection such as glasses, sunglasses, safety glasses or goggles
  • Sturdy boots that cover the ankle with no more than a 1-inch heel
  • Gloves that cover the entire hand

In compliance with DOL requirements, you will not be able to ride without the required riding gear.  

You will receive a course confirmation from Motorcycle@GoWMST.com directly following your registration. This confirmation contains important information regarding your course. Be sure to locate it and review it carefully.

After class you must add your permit to your own license

Motorcycle Intermediate Permit Course

We offer this courses multiple times a week and at several different locations across Western Washington!  

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