Renewal Guide To Colorado Motorcycle License

If your Colorado motorcycle license is about to expire, you must apply for a renewal. Because motorcycle endorsements are added to standard Colorado driver's licenses, the renewal process for a motorcycle is similar to that of a standard driver's license. If you do not renew your driver's license, you will be unable to ride a motorcycle in the state. In Colorado, you must renew your motorcycle license through the Colorado Department of Revenue's (DOR) Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV). There are three options for renewing your license: online, by mail, or in person. However, you may not be able to meet the renewal requirements for all three methods. After you apply and the DMV approves your application, you will receive a new license. Your license should arrive within 10 to 14 business days, but it could take up to 30 business days.

Renewal Period

A motorcycle license must be renewed every five years in Colorado. Because your Class M or Class 3 motorcycle endorsement is added to your regular driver's license, it has the same expiration date. As a result, you can anticipate renewing your regular license simultaneously. You can renew your motorcycle license at any time before it expires. If your motorcycle license has expired for less than a year, the DMV will not require you to retake the written and skills tests. In addition, if you live outside of Colorado when your motorcycle license expires, you may be eligible for a one-year extension. You can also request a military extension. You can check your eligibility for a license extension online.

Eligibility

Before applying for a motorcycle renewal, you must first meet the eligibility requirements. You must have a valid driver's license and be at least 21 years old. If you are under the age of 21, you must wait until you reach the age of 21 to renew your license. Your license will expire 20 days after you reach the age of 21. The documents needed to renew a motorcycle license in Colorado vary depending on the renewal method. You must complete the appropriate application form if you apply by mail or in person. If your name or address has changed since your motorcycle license was issued, you must update it. To do so, you must bring the necessary documents to your local DMV office.

Renewal Options

Online

You may be wondering if you can renew your Colorado motorcycle license online. If your previous driver's license was issued in person at a DMV office, or your previous two renewals were not done online, you can renew your license online. Furthermore, online renewal is only available to motorists who:
  • A U.S. citizen. Citizenship or permanent residency is required.
  • They are between the ages of 21 and 65.
  • Have a valid driver's license or a license that has expired for less than a year.
  • Have had an ophthalmologist or optometrist perform an eye exam within the last three years.
  • Have a DMV-recorded Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).
  • They are not changing their name or address.
  • There are no unpaid tickets.
  • You must have a valid credit card and an email address.
To renew a motorcycle license online, go to the DMV's website. You must provide:
  • Your Colorado Customer Identifier number (found on your driver's license).
  • Last name.
  • Date of birth.
  • The last four digits of your Social Security number.
The online portal will guide you through the renewal process. To complete your order, you must enter a valid credit card and provide an email address. You will receive an email confirmation once your order has been placed. The DMV will then mail you a new license.

By Mail

By mail, you must determine your eligibility to renew a motorcycle endorsement in Colorado. You can do so by going to the DMV's website. To mail an application, fill out the Driver's License or ID Card Renewal form corresponding to your age. You can obtain a copy either in person or online. When completing the application, check the box indicating that you have a motorcycle endorsement. After completing the form, please mail it to the following address: Division of Motor Vehicles PO Box 173345 Denver, CO 80217-3345 You must submit payment for both the license and the motorcycle renewals. Because cash is not accepted, please send a check.

In Person

Finally, if you do not meet the requirements to renew online or by mail, you may wonder where to renew a motorcycle license in person in Colorado. Bring your current license with you if you want to renew your bike license in person. You must also provide your Social Security number and proof of Colorado residency. If your license has expired for more than a year, you must retake the written and skills exams and provide proof of your lawful presence in the United States. Finally, you must pass a vision screening, provide your signature and fingerprints, and review the temporary document for accuracy. The DMV will then issue you a new license.

Fees

You must pay both the $28 driver's license renewal fee and the $2 motorcycle endorsement fee to calculate the Colorado license renewal fee, as both expire simultaneously. If you want to renew your motorcycle permit, you must pay $16.80. The fee for applying for a one-year motorcycle license extension is $7.50. The military extension is free. You can pay for your Colorado motorcycle license renewal with cash, check, or credit card now that you know how much it costs. Checks must be made payable to the DOR, and Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover Card are accepted.