## fast fact 

A Class 5 or 7 driver’s licence permits towing trailers weighing up to 4,600 kg. Some recreational trailers exceed this weight, and to tow them you need either: 

• a Class1, 2 or 3 driver’s licence, or 

• a Class 4 or 5 driver’s licence with a heavy trailer endorsement (code 20), or 

• a Class 4 or 5 driver’s licence with a house trailer endorsement (code 07). 

* Drivers in B.C.’s Graduated Licensing Program are issued Class 7 and/or 8 driver’s licences. 

** Limited-speed motorcycles — cannot be operated on a learner’s licence other than a Class 6 or 8 motorcycle learner’s licence. These are motorcycles, mopeds, and motor scooters with: 

• an engine displacement of 50 cc or less (or less than 1.5 kW of power if other than a piston engine), 

• a transmission that doesn’t require shifting or a clutch, 

• a maximum speed of 70 km/h, 

• wheels that are at least 254 mm (10 in) in diameter, and 

• a dry weight of 95 kg or less. 

## Air brakes 

To operate vehicles equipped with air brakes on a highway (other than a vehicle defined as a construction vehicle), you must have a B.C. driver’s licence with an air brake endorsement (code 15). 

## Restrictions, conditions and endorsements 

Depending on your fitness and ability, your licence may include certain restrictions, conditions or endorsements. For example, you may be required to wear corrective lenses (eyeglasses or contact lenses) while driving. 

## Recreational trailers 

For information on towing recreational trailers and getting a house trailer endorsement, see Towing a recreational trailer on icbc.com . 

## Responsibilities and penalties 

As a licence-holder, you have legal responsibilities. Having a B.C. driver’s licence is a privilege — not a right. You must insure your vehicle and drive safely to protect you and other road users. 

## Driver’s licence 

## Do: 

• always carry your licence when driving 

• keep your licence current. Notify ICBC if you change your name or address. 

