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What you need to do to ride a motorcycle, moped or motor tricycle - tests and training, minimum ages, vehicle requirements, new licence rules
There are different rules if you held a motorcycle or moped licence before…
If you held a motorcycle or moped licence before 19 January 2013 then…
Licence category Requirements for licence Minimum age Mopeds with speed…
Helmet You must wear a safety helmet when riding a motorcycle on the road.…
Electric bikes meeting the EAPC regulations can be ridden on the road without being taxed, licensed or insured.
FCDO travel advice for USA. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
FCDO travel advice for Switzerland. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
To drive a road legal quad bike you must have it approved, registered, taxed and given an MOT if needed
FCDO travel advice for Bulgaria. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
FCDO travel advice for Germany. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
FCDO travel advice for Bolivia. Includes safety and security, insurance, entry requirements and legal differences.
A case study of Forestry Commission and Forestry England staff on the support they’ve received to develop their careers in forestry.
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