Can I ride a 125cc bike with a car licence?

Can I ride a 125cc bike with a car licence?

Yes, if you have a full car licence you can ride a 125cc scooter or motorbike. With a completed CBT, you can ride a 125cc motorcycle on the road with L plates.

Do you need a motorbike licence for a 125cc?

‘A1’ Light Motorcycle Licence (max power 11kW) Once you have passed your Practical Test, you will have a licence to ride any machine of up to 125cc, so long as it’s power is restricted to 11kW, without L-plates and you may carry a pillion passenger.

What do I need to do to drive a 125cc bike?

To ride a bike up to 125cc of no more than 11kW (14.6Bhp), you will need a CBT, motorcycle theory test and then take both module 1 & module 2 practical motorbike tests on a 125cc motorcycle that produces no more than 11kW (14.6Bhp). This is the A1 motorcycle licence category.

Can you drive a 125 without CBT?

You can ride a 125cc bike as soon as you’re of the minimum legal age (17) without having to do a fresh CBT. A CBT certificate covers all learner-categories of bike for two years, subject to age requirements.

How much is a CBT test 125cc?

However when you book the CBT ensure you book it through an official and regulated body. The usual price of a CBT is around £89-£150. This price should include a full day of training, your CBT certificate, hire of moped/motorcycle, hire of helmet, gloves and waterproofs.

How long is CBT training?

4 to 8 hours
How long is a CBT training course? The CBT training course should last for at least 4 to 8 hours. There is a set routine that is regulated by the DVSA. You will be taught elements in turn and when you are safe to go onto the next element then you progress through all the five stages.

Can a person with a full car licence ride a 125cc motorcycle?

I have a full car licence can i ride a 125cc? Yes, if you have a full car licence you can ride a 125cc scooter or motorbike. However you must take and pass your compulsory basic training (CBT) before riding on the road. With a completed CBT, you can ride a 125cc motorcycle on the road with L plates. What motorbike can I ride?

Do you have to take CBT to ride 125cc motorcycle?

If you have a car licence and you just want to nip around on a motorbike, you can take your CBT and then ride a 125cc motorbike for 2 years, with L-plates. After that time, you’ll have to retake your CBT. However, if you want to ride a larger, more powerful motorcycle you’ll need to take your motorcycle test.

How big does a motorcycle have to be to get a licence?

The test and training must be taken on a machine of a minimum engine size of 595cc that must produce at least 40 kW (54 Bhp). Q: What motorcycle can I ride on an A licence? What Motorbike can I ride on my car licence? After completing CBT you will be able to ride a moped or motorcycle with L plates – up to 125cc (11kW max).

Do you need a motorcycle licence to ride a scooter?

(or a full motorcycle licence category A) A 250cc motorcycle will required a full motorcycle licence. Up to February 1983 learner motorcycle riders could ride motorcycles with an engine capacity up to 250cc.

How old do you have to be to ride a 125cc motorcycle?

The restrictions are: Minimum age: 17 Minimum test vehicle: Any motorcycle over 120cc and less than 125cc and capable of at least 62.5 m.p.h. Allows you to: Carry passengers, discard your L-plates and to ride on motorways.

If you have a car licence and you just want to nip around on a motorbike, you can take your CBT and then ride a 125cc motorbike for 2 years, with L-plates. After that time, you’ll have to retake your CBT. However, if you want to ride a larger, more powerful motorcycle you’ll need to take your motorcycle test.

What kind of motorcycle licence do I Need?

Check whether your licence is indeed Category A or whether it is Category AM (moped), A1 (up to 125cc), A2 (restricted, replaces the old 33bhp limit) or Category A. What category is a full motorcycle licence? Category A is a full motorcycle licence, allowing you to ride any capacity motorcycle, with no restrictions.

Do you need an endorsement to ride a motorcycle?

Find out if you need an endorsement on your driver license to legally ride your motorcycle or trike. Learn how to get a license endorsement or instruction permit to ride your motorcycle or sidecar/trike. Find out where you can take your tests, get sample test questions, and study the motorcycle and sidecar/trike guides.