There’s a new motorcycle law in Michigan that limits temporary riding permits. The law, which went into affect on January 1, 2015, allows motorcyclists to apply for a temporary 180-day permit only after taking a written safety or skills test. In the past, riders found a loophole by purchasing a temporary permit every riding season without taking the necessary test, leading many to never earn a full endorsement. With the new law, riders will not be allowed to obtain a secondary or renewal of the temporary permit until they undergo the proper testing to gain a full endorsement.
The new 180-day permit allows the motorcyclists to ride during the day without a passenger as long as a fully licensed motorcycle operator supervises them. Enforcement has always been found to be difficult, but Michigan State Police are hoping the new law will make the roads safer for everyone. Many are supporting the new law and motorcycle business shop owners want to educate their customers. According to American Bikers Aiming Toward Education (ABATE), in 2012, 58 percent of riders killed in motorcycle accidents were not fully licensed.
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