What licence do I need to ride a scooter or a motorcycle?

If your looking to get yourself 2 wheels then here are your basic licensing requirements:

If you are 16 years old or over.

1. You will need a provisional licencse, this is easy to obtain, you simply fill out a DVLA form, this can be done on line and it will cost you around £50. Your provisional license will usually arive within a month.
   
2. Complete a CBT course, CBT's can be booked nationwide and are usualy valid for 24months.
   
3. You can ride a 50cc scooter, with L-plates and no passengers.
   

If you are 17 years old or over and have a full car licence.

1. You will need a provisional licencse, this is easy to obtain, you simply fill out a DVLA form, this can be done on line and it will cost you around £50. Your provisional license will usually arive within a month.
2. Complete a CBT course, CBT's can be booked nationwide and are usualy valid for 24months.
3. You can ride a 125cc scooter or motorbike, with L-plates and no passengers.

If you have a full car licence (issued before 1st February 2001)

1. You can ride ride any 50cc without L-plates and carry passengers.
2. To ride up to a 125cc you must first complete a CBT course (valid for 2 years). You must display L plates and not carry passengers.