# Wyo. Stat. § 31-5-1503: Rider training courses; certificates; exemption for licensing skills test

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WY_T31_C5_S31-5-1503

## Section

- **Citation:** Wyo. Stat. § 31-5-1503
- **Heading:** Rider training courses; certificates; exemption for licensing skills test
- **Jurisdiction:** Wyoming
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** WY Code / Title 31 / Chapter 5 / Section 31-5-1503

## Text

(a) The program shall offer motorcycle rider training courses designed to develop and instill the knowledge, attitudes, habits and skills necessary for the proper operation of a motorcycle. The courses shall be taught only by instructors approved under W.S. 31-5-1504 and shall include not less than eight (8) hours of hands-on instruction for a novice course.

(b) Rider training courses shall be open to any resident of the state who either holds a current valid driver's license for any classification or who is eligible for a motorcycle instruction permit.

(c) The department shall issue certificates of completion in a manner and form prescribed by the director to persons who satisfactorily complete the requirements of a motorcycle rider training course offered or authorized by the state program.

(d) The department may exempt applicants for a motorcycle driver's license or endorsement from the licensing skill test if they present evidence of successful completion of an approved rider training course which includes a similar test of skill.

## Nearby sections

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