How long does an A1 licence take?

After riding on an AM licence for a minimum of one year, you can take an A1 licence test without any further training, two years later the A2 licence test and then another two years later, the full 'A' licence test when you're 21.

How do you get A1 Licence in UK?

How much does A1 Licence cost UK?

While the cost for the practical test is the same for all licence categories, extra training and lessons are usually required for those looking to ride powerful bikes. For example, an A1 licence course can cost between £400-£600, while an A2 licence course can cost anywhere between £500-£1,100.

Do you have to do a CBT before A1?

What do I need before taking my A1 motorcycle licence? You'll be required to hold a valid UK driving licence, be it a provisional or a full car licence. You'll also need to have completed the CBT. If it's your first go at riding a manual motorbike, we'd suggest you also seek some instruction on how to change gears too.

Can you ride a 250cc on a A1 licence?

Then you have the full licences A1 which allows you to ride 125cc without L plates, A2 over 125cc up to 400cc and A Licence where you can ride any bike size. Up to 250cc should be allowed on A1 Licence to make motorway riding safer.

UK Motorcycle Licences! Explained Simply!

Can I ride a 250cc on a CBT?

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.

Do I need CBT if I have Category A?

Full Unrestricted Category 'A' Licence (Direct Access)

First, you have to complete your CBT. You then have to pass the Motorcycle Theory Test and undertake training and a Practical Test on a motorcycle with a minimum power output of 35KW.

Can A2 work without A1?

Age 19 or over. Unless you already have an A1 licence you need the CBT, theory test and the two-part practical test, which will give you an A2 licence.

Can I ride a motorcycle with Category A?

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.

Can police check CBT?

Although your CBT is not kept on the police database, the police can make you produce your certificate under Section 165 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Failing to produce a valid CBT certificate exposes you to a whole host of problems, including penalty points, a fine, and invalid insurance.

Can I ride a 50cc without a CBT?

You can ride a moped (up to 50cc) without L plates. You do not need to take a CBT course or take the full moped test. You must take CBT if you want to ride anything larger than a 50cc moped.

Can I start on a 600cc bike?

Scott Redden It is definitely doable to start on a 600 super sport bike, but maybe not the fastest way to learn or the safest way to learn to ride. There are a couple things you have to be honest with yourself about, to be able to make it through the learning curve without going strait off a corner, pun intended, haha.

Can I 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.

Can I ride a 500cc bike on L plates?

The answer is yes and no, this depends on when you passed your driving test. If you passed your driving test before 1 February 2001 you can legally ride a moped (up to 50cc) with no L plates, without taking a CBT course or the full moped test.

Can I ride a 400cc on a CBT?

CBT is not a test that you pass or fail. After you've completed CBT , you can ride a: moped if you're 16 or over. motorcycle up to 125cc and with a power output of up to 11kW if you're 17 or over.

Can I ride a 200cc on a CBT?

If you want to ride a motorcycle over 50cc and up to 125cc, you will need to take CBT. Once you have a valid CBT certificate, you can ride a 125cc with L plates. If you want to remove the L plates or ride a more powerful machine, you will need to take the relevant practical tests.

What BHP can you ride on a CBT?

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.

What is a good CC for a beginner?

Your best bet as a beginner is likely something 1,200cc or smaller, as that is manageable in the city while giving you open road capability as well.

Why are 600cc bikes dying?

Global demand for the CBR600RR, and for 600cc supersports in general, has plummeted since the Great Recession hit in 2008, and has never fully recovered, so the demand is simply no longer there to support the expense required to keep building it for Europe.

What CC should your first bike be?

125cc engines will give you great fuel economy, but 50cc engines are phenomenal. You will likely forget the last time you had to fill the tank on a 50cc motorcycle; they will happily give you weeks of road time on a single tank – scooter fuel economy.

What does the A1 motorcycle test consist of?

The A1 Motorcycle test can be taken on either a manual or automatic bike between 120-125cc with a power output of no more than 11kw (14.6bhp), and capable of producing a speed of at least 90km/h (55 mph). You will be required to complete both Module 1 and Module 2 in order to successfully pass your test.

How fast is 50cc in mph?

Typically, a 50cc moped is going to have a top speed of 30 miles per hour. At 30mph, you are going to be driving more than fast enough for most local trips. Driving around a town, city, village, or local area is much easier at 30mph.

Can you ride a 125 on motorway?

When it comes to riding a scooter on the motorway, avoid using a 50cc, it is illegal. However, if you ride a 125cc then you're free to use the motorway, but just make sure you feel confident enough first.

Can I insure my bike without a CBT?

Can you insure a bike without a CBT? Yes, even if you haven't completed your CBT, you will still need to have bike insurance. You don't need to have passed your CBT to ride a motorcycle, however, you will be restricted to mopeds up to 50cc.

Does CBT show on driving Licence?

CBT if you have a car driving licence

If you already have a CBT certificate and then pass your car test, you can ride a moped without L plates without taking the full motorcycle test. In this case the CBT certificate for riding mopeds will last for as long as your car licence.