Can I drive a motorbike on a car licence?

You cannot legally ride a motorcycle with just a regular driver's license. You will need to obtain a separate motorcycle permit or license in order to freely ride a motorcycle without legal repercussions. Riding a motorcycle is different from driving a car which is why additional training is required.
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What cc motorbike can I ride on a car licence UK?

You can ride a moped (up to 50cc) without L plates and without taking the moped test in some situations.
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Can you ride a motorcycle with a car license UK?

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.
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Do I need to do a bike theory test if I have a car licence?

If you have a car licence

You have to pass a motorcycle theory test before taking the motorcycle test.
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What bike can I ride with a full car licence?

Yes, if you have a full car licence you can ride a 125cc scooter or motorbike off-road. However, you must take and pass your compulsory basic training (CBT) before riding on the road.
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Motorcycle on a Car Licence?



Can I ride a 250cc motorcycle on a car licence?

You can ride up to 125cc with a valid CBT certificate. (or a full motorcycle licence category A) A 250cc motorcycle will required a full motorcycle licence.
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Why do I have Category A on my driving licence?

Holders of a Category A licence are allowed to drive any bike of any sized engine. The licence is only available to riders aged 24 and over, or 21 and over if you've held an A2 licence for two years. You need to have completed your compulsory basic training (CBT) and passed a theory and practical test.
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Can you ride a 125cc on the motorway with a full license?

You can ride a 125cc motorbike with a car licence. However, to do so, you need to have completed your Compulsory Basic Training (commonly called CBT) and your bike must have L plates on it. The latter fact means that, as the signs suggest when you join an M-way, you shouldn't take the 125cc bike on a motorway.
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Do I need L plates on a 125cc if I have a full car licence?

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.
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How much is a CBT test UK?

How much does the CBT certificate cost? A CBT (compulsory basic training) test can cost between £130 to £170, but the price can vary between instructors.
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What licence do I need to ride a 600cc bike?

- Full Unrestricted Category 'A' Licence (Direct Access). If you are 24 or over you can do the test on a 600cc geared motorcycle. Having passed this, you will be licensed to ride any motorcycle straight away, ride on motorways and carry a passenger.
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Can I ride a motorcycle if I have Category A on my license?

Does category “A” on your motorbike mean you can ride a motorbike? In short, yes it does. Category A entitlement means you can ride any motorcycle, even with a passenger and on motorways.
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What is Category A motorcycle licence?

Category A1 covers small motorcycles with: a cylinder capacity not more than 125cc. power output not more than 11kW and a power/ weight ratio not exceeding 0.1kW/ kg. motor tricycles with a power not exceeding 15kW.
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Do I need a CBT to ride a 125cc motorcycle?

A 125cc bike, regardless of it being a scooter or a geared bike, is classified as a motorcycle and is bound by learner motorcycle laws. This means you need to complete a CBT to qualify your provisional motorcycle licence. Then you can ride up to a 125cc learner-legal bike.
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What is Category A on a UK driving licence?

Category A

You can drive: motorbikes with a power output more than 35kW or a power to weight ratio more than 0.2kW/ kg. motor tricycles with a power output more than 15kW.
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How long does CBT licence last?

Once you have passed CBT you'll be issued with a certificate valid for two years.
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How fast does a 125cc bike go?

The average 125cc bike will likely have a top speed of around 70mph, and should be able to cruise along at 50 to 60mph quite comfortably.
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Do I need a provisional motorcycle licence if I have a car licence?

In most cases, no. Normally a full car licence would already have provisional motorcycle entitlement. You must still have a valid Compulsory Basic training certificate before riding any motorcycle on the road.
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Can I ride a 3 wheel motorbike on a car licence?

1: you no longer need a car licence to drive/ride a three-wheeler, you need a motorcycle licence.
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Can you ride a 600cc on L-plates?

No – you must be accompanied by an instructor to ride any motorcycle larger than 125cc with L plates. Once you have passed your test and acquired a full motorcycle license, you are free to remove the L plates.
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Is a motorbike provisional the same as a car Provisional?

The provisional motorcycle licence differs from a car provisional licence, as it does not enable you to start lessons to ride a motorcycle, as you must first take Compulsory Basic Training.
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How do I get a full motorbike licence UK?

To ride on public roads you first need to get a provisional licence and then complete compulsory basic training ( CBT ) to get a certificate. You must pass both parts of your practical test within 2 years of taking the theory test. If you do not, you'll have to start the process again.
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Do I need my own bike for CBT?

Do I need my own bike and clothing? No. All centres will provide you with everything you need. Part of the course is a discussion on how to choose the right kit and you will feel better-equipped to make the right choices afterwards.
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Can you do a CBT on a 650cc?

You must complete CBT (which you can do as part of an intensive course), a motorcycle theory test and finally take both parts of the practical test on a large capacity motorcycle. The Complete Bike Training Direct Access (DAS) Course will prepare you to pass the full test and then you can ride any size motorcycle.
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What licence do I need to ride a 500cc motorbike?

If you are aged 19 or over, you can get a restricted full motorcycle licence by taking an A2 Restricted Motorcycle Licence course and test. A restricted Category A2 bike licence entitling you to ride a motorcycle or a scooter up to 500cc (or a bike restricted to 46 BHP or less) is gained through this course/test.
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