What licence do I need for a 500cc motorcycle?

If your moped or scooter has an engine that is larger than 50cc, most states require that you have a motorcycle license or a driver's license with a motorcycle endorsement. For instance, a Vespa is considered a scooter in most states.

What age can you ride a 500cc motorcycle UK?

To ride a motorcycle or moped on the road, you must:

Be at least 17 years old (16 for a moped – speed range of 25 km/h to 45 km/h) Have completed compulsory basic training (CBT)

What do I need to ride a 600cc motorbike UK?

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 600cc on A2 licence?

Accelerated Access. Riders who reach the age of 24 or have held the A2 restricted licence for 2 years, but who wish to ride larger bikes will need to pass a further test on an unrestricted 600cc bike. They may practice on a 600cc bike under the same practice conditions for direct access riders.

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What cc motorcycle can I ride on a restricted licence?

Currently, motorcycle riders on learner and restricted licences are allowed to ride any motorcycle 250cc or under. an upper engine capacity limit of 660cc. From 1 October, learner and restricted motorcycle riders will have a wider range of motorcycles to choose from.

What CC can I ride on a CBT?

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.

What license do I need to ride a 400cc bike?

A2 Licence (standard motorcycles)

For those looking at using a more powerful bike such as our Herald 400cc, the A2 licence is for those who are 19+ and have held an A1 licence for two years, or are taking the A2 licence directly by completing your CBT then applying for the Direct Access route.

What bike can I ride 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.

What can you ride with a CBT licence?

A CBT licence allows you to ride up to a 125cc motorcycle or scooter on the road for 2 years. You must display L-Plates and cannot carry a pillion passenger or ride on motorways. At 17 years and above you can ride up to 125cc with a limit of 11Kw of power.

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.

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.

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.

What is an A2 licence?

The A2 motorbike licence is a full motorbike licence, which allows you to ride any sized motorcycle of your choice without 'L' Plates, carry pillion passengers and use motorways.

What CC is a motorbike?

The capacity of a motorcycle's engine is measured in terms of cubic capacity. Cubic capacity, also known as “cc" of vehicles, usually ranges between 50cc to 1500cc. It is also believed that the larger chamber on a two-wheeler, the more powerful it is.

What size bike can I ride on restricted?

Options for learner riders

Riders on a learner or restricted licence can ride any motorcycle under 250cc except for a list of prohibited, highly-powerful machines. You can also ride any bikes with an engine capacity under 660cc, or with an electric motor, that don't exceed a 150kW per tonne power-to-weight ratio.

Can I drive a Honda 50 on a car Licence?

The 50cc Vision 50 is a low running cost model, that's easy to use and run. A big plus to this model is you can drive it on your general car licence, meaning no extra IBT lessons needed.

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.

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.

Can I drive a motorbike on a car licence?

(2); Question; Will my car licence cover me to ride a motorcycle? Answer: No, the 'B' licence will only cover you for cars, you will need to get an 'A' category learner permit. If you hold a learner permit for the 'B' category then you will need to do another theory test for the 'A' category.

What size motorbike can I ride on a car licence?

If you passed a car test before February 2001 you can legally ride a 49cc moped with a passenger. You don't need L-plates. You are restricted to 28mph. If you haven't ridden before, we would strongly suggest that you still take a basic rider training course (Compulsory Basic Training - CBT).

What does an A licence involve?

The A1 Motorcycle Licence is available for people aged 17 or above who only want to ride a scooter/moped or motorbike with a maximum engine size of up to 125cc. Many people consider the A1 licence as a so called “permanent CBT”, with the added privilege of being able to use motorways, and carry pillion passenger's.

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.

What can I ride on a A2 licence?