Getting a motorcycle license
In order to get a motorcycle license in the Province of Ontario, one has to go through the Graduated Licensing System. This system consists of three classes: M1, M2 & M.
| M1 | M2 | M | |
| Restrictions | |||
| No Alcohol | 0% Alcohol | Alcohol less than 0.05% | |
| No 400 Series HWY1 | |||
| No passengers | |||
| No night riding2 | |||
| Costs | |||
| MTO | $15 (Written Test) | $45 | $75 |
| MSC | $15.50 (Written Test) | $450* | $385* |
| Validity | |||
| Minimum 60 days | Minimum 22 months | N/A | |
| Maximum 90 days | Maximum 60 months | N/A | |
| Minimum 60 days | Minimum 18 months | N/A | |
| Maximum 90 days | Maximum 60 months | N/A | |
- Test for M1 can only be taken at the Drivetest Centre
- M2 Motorcycle Safety course can be taken once M1 is obtained, however student must wait the mandatory 60 days before bringing the paperwork to the ministry to obtain an M2 license
- Minimum –The shortest time a rider must hold class before going to next class
- Maximum – The longest time a rider can hold class before expiration. If expiration occurs rider must begin at M1 again
- No highways with speeds in excess of 80 KM/h, unless that is the only route
- ½ hour before sunrise and ½ hour after sunset
MTO – Ontario Ministry of Transportation
MSC – Motorcycle Safety Course
