Louisiana provides the motorcycle manual written by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF).

For your convenience, the manual is available at your local Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) or online in PDF format to be viewed with the free Adobe Acrobat Reader software.

The Motorcycle Manual covers a wealth of information. Below is an outline of the main areas for quick reference.

Top Preparing to Ride

• The right gear

• Knowing the motorcycle

• Knowing rider responsibilities

Top Riding Abilities

• Vehicle control

• Interaction with other vehicles (as well as group riding)

• Dealing with mechanical problems

• Dealing with driving conditions (including surfaces and objects on the road)

Top Rider's Physical Condition

• Alcohol

• Drugs

• Fatigue

Top Earning Your License

• Knowledge test

• Road test (on the vehicle)

Quick tests can be found throughout the manual so you can test yourself on the information you read.

The manual also highlights the importance of professional training. It provides information about the MSF, the services offered, and its contact information.

For more information, visit our Motorcycle License and Registration sections.

Top Other Handbooks and Manuals

Note that Louisiana also offers handbooks and manuals for Class D and E drivers as well as commercial drivers. Be sure to check out our Driver Handbook and Commercial Driver Education sections for more information related to your specific needs.

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