I got an Oregon drivers license about 10 years ago. Before my green card/social security, etc came through. It's probably still possible.
The theory, as I see it, is that Foreign passports are not considered valid forms of ID. According to the OLCC (Oregon Liquor, etc.) to drink in a bar you must have a us state id. You get that form the dmv, so there shouldn't be much reason why you can't just getting a driving license.
BTW, a bike test in Oregon (used to) involves 20 questions on a computer and a figure of 8 around some cones.
Have you tried going down to your local DMV, and giving it a go? In my experience, it's really hard to get a decent price on motor insurance w/out a us drivers license.
Good luck!
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