Helmet and eye protection required for anyone who is under 21 and/or has not had their motorcycle endorsement for over a year.
Riding with the headlight on during the daytime is recommended, but no required by law.

-50cc Scooter ('Moped') and under:
A 'Moped' is defined as having "No more than two (2) brake horsepower, a cylinder capacity not exceeding fifty (50) cubic centimeters, an automatic transmission not requiring clutching or shifting by the operator after the drive system is engaged, and capable of a maximum speed of not more than thirty (30) miles per hour" - KRS 189.285
A scooter with a cylinder capacity of less than 50cc cannot be driven  on Kentucky highways.
A visibility flag on an under 50cc scooter is recommended, but no required by law.
In order to ride a 50cc scooter and under, one must have a valid driver's license, a valid learner's permit or a moped license. To obtain a moped license, one must be at least 16 years of age and pass the permit part of the car driving test (general knowledge and vision tests). For those under 18, a parent or legal guardian must give their permission for the moped license.

-Over 50cc Scooter:
In order to ride an over 50 cc scooter, one must have a motorcycle license or permit. In order to obtain a motorcycle license, one must have a full driver's license and be over 18.
In order to purchase and title a scooter over 50cc, one must have a motorcycle permit and proof of insurance on the scooter.
Highway riding is limited to scooters that can go over 30 MPH (over 50cc).

 

Permit Process Bowman Field, Louisville Ky
-Take permit test (on screen) based on motorcycle chapters of Driver’s Manual, eye test
http://www.kentuckystatepolice.org/pdf/motorcycle_manual.pdf
-Get a learner’s permit, $13
-Permit valid 3 years
-Total process 45-60 minutes



Full License Process Bowman Field , Louisville Ky
Bring:
-Valid permit
-Valid insurance car
-Mechanically safe vehicle that will pass safety inspection
-Current registration plate
-DOT approved helmet
-Under 21: Must hold permit 180 days before taking the skills test
-21 or older: Must hold permit 30 days before taking the skills test  

St. Matthews/Bowman Field
Driver License Branch
Bowman Field
3501 Roger Schupp Street
Louisville, KY 40205
Phone: (502) 595-4405
Office hours: Monday: 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (FOR RENEWALS & DUPLICATES ONLY)

Indiana law defines a vehicle as a motorized bicycle or moped only if it meets all of the following specifications:
-It has 2 or 3 wheels
-it is propelled by an engine of no more than 2 horsepower
-It has a cylinder capacity of less than 50 cubic centimeters
-It has an automatic transmission
-It has a maximum design speed of 25 miles per hour

Vehicles with engines exceeding these limits are defined as motorcycles and the rider must hold a motorcycle endorsement, license or permit

To operate a motorized bicycle, you must be at least 15 years old and carry a valid Indiana driver's license or identification card. If you are younger than 18 years of age, you must wear protective headgear and protective glasses, goggles or a transparent face shield.

Motorized bicycles may not be operated on interstate highways or at a speed faster than 25 miles per hour

Motorcycle Safety Foundation
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) is a national, not-for-profit organization promoting the safety of motorcyclists with programs in rider training, operator licensing and public information