Connecticut Licensing Requirements for operators of 3-wheeled vehicles

[SPECTACUALR SPIDERMAN]

o, o, thanks for clearing that up for me. my apologies to the schmucks.:banghead:

 

[mindman]

Feb 20, 2015 Update

Hi All!
Thought I'd pass this along to you. A bill was RAISED on the 18th for this legislative session. It is only beginning the process but everything I hear is positive. Public hearings is the next step. The gist of the bill is that:

• It defines something called an autocycle which I assume is intended to cover the new Polaris Slingshot and future similar vehicles.
• It changes the wording around the requirements for a motorcycle license to include taking a MSF course geared toward 3-wheelers, and granting a Motorcycle 3 wheel only endorsement.
• It does allow for Private companies to offer the course as long as the course and company are approved by the DMV.
• If you go through the bill, the blue text documents what is being changed.

Here's a link to the bill.

http://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillst...illType=Bill&bill_num=SB00936&which_year=2015

Lets hope this thing passes soon. It's about time !!

 

[NicotineJesus]

This seems like a move in the right direction, some DMV branches have received revised licensing applications in their supply orders. The backs of the revised 229 & 229A list a "3" restriction for "Three Wheel Motorcycle Only". An observant agent happened to spot the change. No other information has yet to be passed down to the branches. But if the print shop is already printing new forms then they must think it will happen. Also the M/C manual now contains a section on Three Wheeled Bikes. http://www.ct.gov/dmv/lib/dmv/20/29/cycman.pdf

 

[mcpjan]

PA Motorcycle endorsement

They have a separate 3 wheel course in Pa that my wife has taken. It was MSF and now she has the endorsement on her license. I have a motorcycle endorsement so I am good for both. Our training is free and we can get our license on the spot.

I have taken both the 2 wheel and 3 wheel MSF. Here in PA if you only take the 3 wheeler MSF your motorcycle endorsement is limited to 3 wheelers but if you take the 2 wheeler MSF you are good for both. I have been riding 2 wheelers for years but took the 3 wheeler course to be safer on my Spyder. There was a big difference and would highly suggest the course to anyone wanting to ride a 3 wheeler. And as stated above it is free here in PA for PA and only 200 for out of state riders.

 

[NicotineJesus]

I have taken both the 2 wheel and 3 wheel MSF. Here in PA if you only take the 3 wheeler MSF your motorcycle endorsement is limited to 3 wheelers but if you take the 2 wheeler MSF you are good for both. I have been riding 2 wheelers for years but took the 3 wheeler course to be safer on my Spyder. There was a big difference and would highly suggest the course to anyone wanting to ride a 3 wheeler. And as stated above it is free here in PA for PA and only 200 for out of state riders.

Out of state MSF courses aren't accepted in CT. The ONLY exception is the MSF course run for active military personnel. Just putting that out there for any CT riders here looking for their family members.

 

[cygnus]

current bill

Hi all
Ride Ct ,Ride New England has a write up .
It's stating the slingshot would still be excluded in current language .
That it was written largely for the Elio , an enclosed 3 wheeler. .
They contacted the bill creator.
It sounds like they'll be reviewing , the polaris hadn't been in the sights
So wondering if the spider will end up reclassified as an autocycle.
I currently have the mc endorsement .
Please do a search for autocycle ct , it will pop up.
Burr my new 14 st s , still sitting waiting
Hope this helps
Jody k , clinton ct

 

[NicotineJesus]

Spyders are specifically listed as motorcycles by the DMV. In fact Spyders and Harley trikes are the only three wheeled bikesthat do not have to specifically go to Wethersfield for a VIN check when coming in from out of state. They can go to any emissions station to have the VIN inspected.

 

[SPECTACUALR SPIDERMAN]

i would still like stricter requirements for all types of motorized vehicles, people with suv's should be trained
not to stop in the middle of train crossings, 2 wheel mc's should learn not to pass on the left of the left lane
on the interboro pkwy. & :spyder2:'s should learn which finger to use when they wave at harley's & perhaps
illegals should not be given a license at all.

 

[ThreeWheels]

I truly believe the 3 wheel endorsement is the way to go in lieu of a MC Endorsement.

I am aware of the 3 wheel course for the MSF. I spoke to Pat Cruess on Saturday about this. He is an instructor for MSF at Tunxis. He is the guy who pushed successfully for a Scooter course. He sees the need for 3 wheel course. I hope he can push on that end.

Earlier this week Pat told me that there will be a 3 wheel endorsement starting very soon.

 

[NicotineJesus]

Earlier this week Pat told me that there will be a 3 wheel endorsement starting very soon.

Thanks for that info. I recently asked two of the guys involved on the DMV side and both just shrugged their shoulders....I guess I'm not high enough up on the food chain.

 

[NicotineJesus]

Also read this:

http://www.ride-ct.com/?p=13062

and

http://www.ride-ct.com/?p=13052


Progress moves at half the speed of smell in our little state.

 

[Vidman]

I heard from Pat Cruess tonight that the 3 wheel endorsement will take effect on July 1st. That is the info he has.

 

[Bfromla]

ABATE

(American bikers active toward education) great group & good @ legal missions like what your stating.:firstplace:

http://www.bikerrogue.com/articles/biker_rights/history_of_abate/history_of_abate.htm

 

[NicotineJesus]

I heard from Pat Cruess tonight that the 3 wheel endorsement will take effect on July 1st. That is the info he has.

Makes sense that we the ones who will actually be working with the new program will be the last to hear anything. Freakin Connecticut!:banghead:

 

[mindman]

*** IT'S OFFICIAL !!! ***** CT now has a 3 wheel endorsement !!

I received this email from the Connecticut DOT today:
It ONLY TOOK 4 YEARS, BUT WE GOT IT DONE !!!!
My wife is sending in her registration form today

"I know that it has been some time since we first made contact regarding licensing and training on three wheel vehicles. I am really happy to let you know that Public Act 15-46 has (takes effect July 1st) allowed for training and licensing on three wheeled vehicles. The Connecticut Rider Education Program will be offering this training at Gateway Community College in North Haven CT. The first class is scheduled for a start Date of July 22nd, in case you or your wife are interested in signing up. I have provided a link to their website below, you may not see the class listed yet however if you give them a call they will let you know.
http://www.gatewayct.edu/Offices-De...n-Community-Services/Motorcycle-Rider-Program
Sincerely,


Nicholas P Just
Motorcycle Safety/CONREP
CT Department of Transportation
Division of Highway Safety
2800 Berlin Turnpike
Newington, CT 06131-7546
Telephone (860) 594-2369
Email [email protected]
www.ride4ever.org"

 

[Vidman]

I received this email from the Connecticut DOT today:
It ONLY TOOK 4 YEARS, BUT WE GOT IT DONE !!!!
My wife is sending in her registration form today

"I know that it has been some time since we first made contact regarding licensing and training on three wheel vehicles. I am really happy to let you know that Public Act 15-46 has (takes effect July 1st) allowed for training and licensing on three wheeled vehicles. The Connecticut Rider Education Program will be offering this training at Gateway Community College in North Haven CT. The first class is scheduled for a start Date of July 22nd, in case you or your wife are interested in signing up. I have provided a link to their website below, you may not see the class listed yet however if you give them a call they will let you know.
http://www.gatewayct.edu/Offices-De...n-Community-Services/Motorcycle-Rider-Program
Sincerely,


Nicholas P Just

Motorcycle Safety/CONREP
CT Department of Transportation
Division of Highway Safety
2800 Berlin Turnpike
Newington, CT 06131-7546
Telephone (860) 594-2369
Email [email protected]
www.ride4ever.org"

This is awesome. Thank you and all those involved for their hard work.

 

[gkamer]

No change

lived there for 9 years but did not get the roadster till we got to San Diego. As you know here you just need a drivers licence. I have a motorcycle one as well alway have. Curious though, if in a state requiring an endorsement or motorcycle license how would they deal with a CA driver with auto license only..??

As far as I know, as long as you are not a resident of that state and lawfully licensed in your state of residence, your CA license will suffice. If your legal state of residence does not require a specific endorsement the "visited" state will respect that.

 

[NicotineJesus]

PA 15-46-- "Motorcycles have two or three wheels, handlebars and a seat that is straddled. Autocycles have three wheels and are fully or partially enclosed, and have a steering wheel, foot pedals and seat belts. A person with an "M" endorsement may ride motorcycles with 2 or 3 wheels. A person who only wants to ride a three-wheeled motorcycle can take a three-wheeled motorcycle class, and have a restriction on his or her "M" endorsement. This will be designated as "M3". Autocycles do not require any endorsement. Both motorcycles and Autocycles will be registered with motorcycle plates. An example of a three-wheeled motorcycle is a Can-Am Spyder.
An example of an autocycle is a Polaris Slingshot. There are other makers of Autocycles,such as Elio, that do not yet have a manufacturer's license in CT"