Motorcycle and Moped

Motorcycles must park in designated areas only. Parking in car stalls, at bicycle racks, or in the Lubar, Pavilion and Union garages is prohibited. Motorcycles cannot be parked on the grass or other landscaping which borders the posted areas. Motorcycle license plates are used to verify that a customer has a permit. The VIN of the moped is used to verify it has a permit. There is public / visitor motorcycle parking outside the Northwest Quadrant (NWQ) parking surface lot near Hartford (NWQ West Lot ). Patrons must pay the pay station located outside the parking area or have a valid motorcycle permit. The associated cost for a motorcycle permit is $72.00 annually (2023-2024 academic year). Permits are valid September 1st through the following August 31. The permit is prorated from the purchase date. Motorcycle trikes are subject to classification as a car on the UWM Campus, and as such will not be allowed in motorcycle spaces.

To view a map of available motorcycle spaces on campus, the Transportation Services interactive parking map contains the up to date information. Motorcycle and Moped Parking Map .
Moped operators can park at any bicycle rack on campus; with a moped permit. However, should not drive on sidewalks at any time. Mopeds are not permitted to be parked in car stalls, or in the Lubar, Pavilion or Union garages. Mopeds may be parked in motorcycle stalls if the operator purchases. The associated cost for a moped permit is $51.00 annually. Permits are valid September 1st through the following August 31. The permit is prorated from the purchase date. Mopeds are defined as (1) motor vehicles incapable of speeds in excess of 30 m.p.h. of which (2) the power source is an integral part of the vehicle and whose (3) combustion engine chamber is certified by the manufacturer of not greater than 50 cubic centimeters.