## Rules for motorcyclists 

## 2.Motorcycle licence requirements 

If you have a provisional motorcycle licence, you MUST  satisfactorily complete a Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) course. You can then ride a motorcycle up to 125 cc with a power output not exceeding 11 kW on the public road, with L plates (in Wales either D plates, L plates or both can be used), for up to two years. Under direct access you can practise on a motorcycle that exceeds 125 cc provided that: 

● you meet the minimum age for the category concerned 

● you’re accompanied at all times by a qualified approved trainer, who is on another motorcycle and in radio contact with you 

● fluorescent or reflective safety clothing is worn during supervision 

● red L plates (D plates in Wales) are fitted and provisional licence restrictions followed. 

To obtain your full motorcycle licence you MUST  pass a motorcycle theory test and then a practical test. 

Law MV(DL)R regs 16 & 68 

A1 motorcycle licence:  At age 17 or over, you take a test on a motorcycle without sidecar of between 120 and 125 cc. If you pass you may ride a motorcycle up to 125 cc with power output up to 11 

