Test Vehicle Requirements

Motorcycle - Minimum Test Vehicle Requirements for a Practical Test

Moped
Engine capacity not exceeding 50cc, maximum speed of 50 kph (31mph). If first used before 01 August 1977, it must be equipped with pedals by which it can be propelled.

Light Motorcycle (A1) See Notes 1 + 2 + 3 + 4
Engine capacity 75 - 125cc, Motorcycle - Minimum Test Vehicle Requirements for a Practical Test11kW (14.6bhp max). If the engine capacity is between 120 -125cc and maximum speed can exceed 100kph (62.5mph) a category A1 licence will be issued.

Standard Motorcycle (A) See Notes 1 + 2 + 3 + 5
Engine capacity 120-125cc,11kW (14.6bhp max). Capable of exceeding 100kph (62.5mph).

Accelerated Access (aged 21 or over) See Notes 1 + 2 + 3
Engine capacity unspecified, at least 35kW (46.6bhp). Speed unspecified.

Direct Access (aged 21 or over) See Notes 1 + 2 + 3
Engine capacity unspecified, at least 35kW (46.6bhp). Speed unspecified.

Notes:

1. Motorcycles less than 75cc are not acceptable for the practical motorcycle test.

2. Only the disabled can use a motorcycle and sidecar combination for the test. The licence obtained will be restricted to such combinations.

3. If you pass your test on a motorcycle with automatic or semi-automatic transmission this will be recorded on your licence. Your full licence entitlement will be restricted to motorcycles in this category.

4. A light motorcycle licence (category A1) will give you full licence entitlement to ride machines up to 125cc with a power output of up to11kW.

5. A standard motorcycle licence (category A) will restrict you for a period of two years, to ride machines with a power output of up to 25kW and a power/weight ratio not exceeding 0.16kW/kg.

This information was taken from the Driving Standards Agency web site. For more information please visit the site.