(1) The requirement to add a 2-wheel motorcycle instruction permit (2W MCIP) is passing a permit level knowledge test and a permit level skills test. An approved motorcycle safety course completion (either in state or out-of-state) may waive the required tests.

(a) 2W MCIP may be added at any point the tests and/or motorcycle safety course completion (either in state or out-of-state) are valid.

(b) A valid 2W MCIP may be renewed prior to its expiration for an additional 180 days (effective the day of expiration of original 2W MCIP). Per RCW 46.20.510 the department may only issue two, 180-day permits within a five-year period.

(2) The requirement to add a 2-wheel motorcycle endorsement is either:

(a) Valid 2W permit level knowledge and skills tests (a valid motorcycle safety course completion may replace these tests) and valid 2W endorsement level knowledge and skills tests;

(b) A valid 2W MCIP and valid 2W endorsement level knowledge and skills tests.

(3) Active-duty military personnel may have all permit and endorsement level testing waived upon completion of an approved motorcycle safety training course (either in state or out-of-state).