Motorcycle permit at age 26? California

Hi all, I just bought my first bike last week. I bought it at a dealership so it’s already registered, I’m just waiting on my real plate to come in the mail.

I got insurance on it today. I do not have an m1 license or permit at all.

I’m going to schedule one of the MSF classes for next week because of my busy work schedule this week. In the meantime, can I go to the DMV tomorrow and just take the written test and only get a permit? I wanna ride the damn thing! I understand the restrictions, I only want to ride during the day anyhow until I’m more comfortable on the bike.

I want to avoid the skills test at the dmv and take the course, I’m just wondering if they allow me to get a permit first because I’m older than 21. I tried looking at the dmv website and can’t find an answer.