Can I Ride a Motorcycle with a Full Car Licence in the UK?

Discover what motorbikes you can ride with a full UK car licence and essential training requirements.

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In the UK, with a full car licence, you can ride a moped up to 50cc without L plates if you obtained your licence before February 1, 2001. Otherwise, you need to complete a CBT (Compulsory Basic Training) to ride a motorcycle up to 125cc with L plates. For anything larger, further tests are required.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) requirement? The CBT is a training course that must be completed to ride a motorcycle or moped up to 125cc if you obtained your licence after February 1, 2001.
  2. Can I ride a moped without L plates? Yes, if you have a full car licence obtained before February 1, 2001, you can ride a moped up to 50cc without L plates.
  3. What are the requirements for riding larger motorcycles? To ride larger motorcycles over 125cc, you need to pass additional tests beyond the CBT.
  4. Is there an age requirement for riding on a car licence? Yes, you must be at least 17 years old to ride a motorcycle or moped in the UK.

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For more information on UK riding regulations and training requirements, check out our guides on motorcycle licensing and Compulsory Basic Training.

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