Adding a Car License to a Kansas Motorcycle License: Class CM Permit Process

Yes, you need a Class C instruction permit to practice driving a car, even with a valid Kansas Class M motorcycle license. You can also hold both a Class C and a Class M instruction permit at the same time.

What Does a Kansas Motorcycle License Holder Need to Add a Car License?

Your motorcycle license does not allow you to practice driving a car. Kansas law requires a separate Class C instruction permit. The process involves specific tests and fees.

Class M License vs. Class C Instruction Permit

A Class M license covers motorcycles. A Class C instruction permit is the separate credential used for supervised car practice.

Motorcycle experience does not replace the Class C written, vision, or driving requirements. Use the road-test guide for the car driving test.

Does the Kansas Motorcycle Knowledge Test Count Toward the Class C Car Test?

No. A motorcycle credential does not replace the Class C examination requirements. Adding car privileges means completing the applicable Class C testing.

Does a Class M license holder need another vision test for a Class C permit? The existing motorcycle credential does not waive the vision requirement for the new Class C application. Complete the screening Kansas requires for the Class C credential.

Getting a Class C Instruction Permit with a Motorcycle License

Visit a Kansas Driver License Exam Station and bring the standard identity and residency documents. Social Security proof is normally required, with an exception for lawful temporary residents in non-work status.

• Fee: The regular Class C instruction permit is $10. If the initial Class C knowledge exam is taken at the office, add the $3 examination fee.
• Testing: Complete the Class C written and vision requirements for the car credential.

Practice rules: Drivers under 17 are subject to the applicable Kansas teen permit holding rules. At age 17 or older, there is no mandatory instruction-permit holding period, although the permit still requires supervised driving while it is being used.

Motorcycle Experience vs. Supervised Car-Driving Hours

No. Kansas supervised-driving hours are based on actual behind-the-wheel driving with the required supervising adult. Motorcycle riding is a different vehicle class and does not substitute for supervised Class C practice.

What License Do You Receive After Adding Class C Privileges to a Class M License?

When both classes are granted, the Kansas credential can show combined Class C and Class M privileges. The motorcycle and passenger-vehicle privileges remain separate even though they appear on one credential.