Answer: In order to operate a “trike” (three-wheeled motorcycle), a person DOES NEED a “special permit” in order to operate it. A person would need to take the same tests as you would on a two-wheeled motorcycle. Meaning, you would need to take the same “written test”, and “skills test”. The only difference is that during the skills test you would use your “trike”. Upon successful completion with a “trike”, you are not actually given a full “motorcycle endorsement”, but on your restrictions you would be held to “also valid for 3 wheel motorcycles”. Now in the same circumstance, but using a “two-wheeled motorcycle” for the skills test and upon successful completion, you would have the full “motorcycle endorsement” and able to operate either a “two” or “three” wheeled motorcycle.

If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota send your questions to Trp. Jesse Grabow – Minnesota State Patrol at 1000 Highway 10 West, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501-2205. (Or reach him at, jesse.grabow@state.mn.us)