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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
To ride on public roads you first need to get a provisional licence and…
If you held a motorcycle or moped licence before 19 January 2013 then…
Licence category Requirements for licence Minimum age Mopeds with speed…
A list of subcategory A2 and category A motorcycles that can be used for the module 1 and module 2 motorcycle riding tests.
When to book your motorcycle, moped or scooter tests, what to take with you, what happens during the tests, major and minor faults, and what happens if your test is cancelled
After you’ve passed your theory test you’ll also need to pass: an off-road…
You must take a moped or motorcycle and all of the following: your UK…
The motorcycle or moped you use for your tests must: be a solo machine -…
You’ll take the module 1 test in an off-road motorcycle manoeuvring area.…
You must pass module 1 before you can take the module 2 test. You can book…
Your riding test can be cancelled or stopped because of bad weather,…
When you book your tests you should say if you have a: disability learning…
You must wear a safety helmet that meets British safety standards when riding a motorcycle - safety standards, SHARP scheme, visors, goggles and protective clothing
How to set up and run a motorcycle approved training body (ATB) to provide compulsory basic training (CBT) and the direct access scheme (DAS) to learner riders
When to take motorcycle or moped compulsory basic training (CBT): who needs to take it, how to book the course, and what's involved in the training
What you must be able to do and what you must know and understand to be a safe and responsible moped or motorcycle rider.
The research, statistics and professional opinions which form the basis of the 'National standard for riding mopeds and motorcycles'.
Rules for motorcyclists, including helmets, carrying passengers, daylight riding and riding in the dark.
Improve your riding skills using the enhanced rider scheme - you could get a motorcycle insurance discount when you complete it
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