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If you would like to get your motorcycle endorsement without taking a motorcycle rider course, you are required to get your motorcycle learner's permit from the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles and pass a riding test.
Below are ABATE of Indiana's testing locations, dates, and times. There is no pre-registration for license testing at our locations. For other testing locations, please check RideSafeIndiana.com.
NOTE: Tests are given on a first-come, first-served basis. You must provide your own vehicle for testing (motorcycle or trike).
Bring $40 cash (exact change), photo ID, a valid permit, and a DOT-approved motorcycle helmet (eye protection if you are under 18). Parent/guardian signature required for applicants under 18. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change without notice. Questions? Call (800) 232-2283 or (317) 422-8040.
2026 ABATE Motorcycle Testing Schedule will be released on February 20th Applicants must have a valid Indiana Motorcycle learner's permit as well as a photocopy of that permit, their driver's license, a signed waiver for the BMV, a signed waiver for ABATE (both available on this page), and $40 cash. Applicants should write their phone number and email address on the photocopy of the permit. Applicants must wear a DOT-approved helmet and provide their own registered, street-legal motorcycle capable of passing a safety inspection. Riders may be asked to show proof of insurance and vehicle registration.
All motorcycle license examination applicants will receive a complimentary one-year membership in ABATE of Indiana.
IMPORTANT! These locations are private property, and practicing is prohibited. |
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Testing Dates & Times
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Clarksville CC Powersports |
Sign-up for skills tests begins at the posted time and will remain open for one hour. All signed-in applicants will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th.
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Evansville Roberts Park |
Testing begins at 2 pm. All those signed up by 2 pm will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th.
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Fort Wayne Coliseum Bingo |
Sign-up for skills tests begins at the posted time and will remain open for one hour. All signed-in applicants will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th. |
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Granger Indiana Toll Road Concession Building 52551 Ash Road |
Sign-up for skills tests begins at the posted time and will remain open for one hour. All signed-in applicants will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th.
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Indianapolis Marine Corps League |
Sign-up for skills tests begins at the posted time and will remain open for one hour. All signed-in applicants will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th. |
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Kokomo Inventrek Technology Park |
Sign-up for skills tests begins at the posted time and will remain open for one hour. All signed-in applicants will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th. |
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Merrillville IUOE Local 150
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Sign-up for skills tests begins at the posted time and will remain open for one hour. All signed-in applicants will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th.
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Terre Haute Thompson's Motorsports 250 W Honey Creek Pkwy Terre Haute, IN 47802
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Sign-up for skills tests begins at the posted time and will remain open for one hour. All signed-in applicants will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th. |
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Versailles Southeastern Career Center |
Sign-up for skills tests begins at the posted time and will remain open for one hour. All signed-in applicants will be tested. |
Please check back for 2026 testing dates on February 20th. |
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Testing Requirements:
• Fee: $40.00 CASH, payable to examiner at the time of testing.
• You must provide an Indiana Drivers License.
• You must have a valid (unexpired) Motorcycle Learner's Permit (permit test administered by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles and based on questions from the Motorcycle Operators Manual.)
• Applicant must provide their own vehicle (motorcycle or trike).
• Motorcycle used for skills examination to obtain an endorsement or license must be street-legal, currently registered, with proof of insurance.
• Motorcycles are subject to a vehicle safety inspection performed by the examiner.
• Applicant must wear a DOT approved motorcycle helmet.
• Minors MUST be accompanied by a parent to test.
Important BMV links:
Indiana Motorcycle Endorsement
Indiana Motorcycle Learners Permit