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A list of subcategory A2 and category A motorcycles that can be used for the module 1 and module 2 motorcycle riding tests.
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.…
When to book your motorcycle theory test, what to take with you, how the multiple-choice questions and hazard perception test work, and the pass mark
You need to have a provisional motorcycle licence to book your theory…
You can use books and software to revise for the theory test and take…
You must take your UK photocard driving licence to your test. If you have…
You must arrive 15 minutes before your theory test starts. If you’re late…
You have 57 minutes to answer 50 multiple-choice questions. Before the…
Before you start the hazard perception test, you’ll be shown a video about…
You get the result at the test centre after taking the theory test. You…
When you book your theory test you should say if you have a: reading…
For the import of motorcycles into the United Kingdom from other European countries.
Find a compulsory basic training (CBT) course to learn to ride a motorcycle or moped
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
Seeks views on allowing motorcycles to use bus lanes by default.
You can tow some small trailers using motorbikes of 125cc or more
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.
Technical eligibility criteria and application guidance for the plug-in motorcycle grant scheme for manufacturers.
Guidance for licensing authorities about how to assess applications to licence motorcycles as private hire vehicles.
Use these spreadsheets with your online notification to tell HMRC that you've brought multiple motorcycles into the UK.
Inspection processes and rules for motorcycle, scooter, moped and motorcycle combination (class 1 and 2 vehicle) MOT tests.
The main things that will be checked when you take your motorcycle for an MOT test.
A flowchart of the different ways you can get a full motorcycle licence, including the training and tests you need to take.
Data about the public attitudes towards motorcycles, produced by Department for Transport.
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