Whether you've just turned 17 years or thinking about learning to ride a motorbike there is every likelihood that you'll be looking to get a 125cc motorcycle to practice on before eventually getting a full licence and a bigger bike. The benefits of a 125cc motorbike? The joy of freedom and travel for its own sake, the pride of ownership and the thrill of riding on two wheels can all start with a 125cc motorbike. Alongside all of this there is also the major advantage of being able to negotiate traffic with such ease, no more traffic jams. There is a wide variety of 125cc bikes available making it fairly easy to find the one most suited to you. There are scooters, motor cross/enduro style bikes, sports bikes and cruisers. 125cc motorbikes are relatively cheap to buy and maintain, and if it is well maintained and looked after it can last for years. What do I need to do to get my 125cc (A1 small motorcycle) licence? Once you have reached 17 years you will need to get your provisional driving licence(category A).

If you already have a moped licence then you will already have automatic entitlement to your provisional. If you already have a driving licence you should automatically have provisional motorcycle entitlement (category A). If you have neither of the above then you will need to get a provisional motorcycle licence application from the Post Office. The next step will be to complete a Compulsory Basic Training Course.enclosed trailer sales springfield il Once you have completed this course you will then be entitled to ride on the public roads as a learner motorcyclist. harley davidson 48 for sale singaporeYour bike must display L plates and you cannot ride with a passenger or use the Motorways.bmw motorcycles rr s1000 for sale

Next is the Theory Test. If you passed your moped test since July 1996 or hold a full licence for another category of motorcycle then you will not need to take this theory test. Now the Practical Test. Once you have completed or qualified for all of the above it will be time to take your Practical Test. This test is for the category A1 Light Motorcycle Licence, which will enable you to ride any bike between 120cc and 125cc that produces a maximum of 11 Kwh (14.6 Bhp).pocket bikes for sale 49cc If you want to ride a bigger bike then unfortunately you will have to wait until you are 19 and then take the the Category A2 Standard Test.motorcycle superstore armor © Easy Rider Motorcycle Training (Derby) Ltd. Website developed by Cascading Media. used bikes for sale stockport

Photography by Stephen Granger Photography & DesignOnce you have passed your motorcycle theory test, there are two practical tests. The first is a manoeuvres test which will last about 30 minutes. The second is the on-road practical test. The motorcycle manoeuvres test involves: The manoeuvres test is only available from the following Driver & Vehicle Agency (DVA) test centres: Ballymena, Craigavon, Downpatrick, Londonderry (Newbuildings), Mallusk and Omagh.f4i motorcycle for sale Before you start your riding test on the road, you will be asked to read a number plate to prove you can meet the eyesight requirements. You will also be asked two machine safety check questions before moving away. The examiner will check your licence and identification and if you wish, will tell you what the test is about and how long it will take (about 40 minutes). They will help you to fit the radio and earpiece, and explain how they work.

You will be asked to do an angle start (move off from behind a parked car) and several normal starts (moving off from the side of the road). You may also be asked to move away on a hill - a hill start. You are to follow the road ahead unless directed otherwise on the radio. After the practical part of the test you will be asked a question on 'balance when carrying a passenger'. Your test will be cancelled and you will lose your fee if you don't meet these standards. DVA does not conduct riding tests in adverse weather conditions for the safety of the candidate and the examiner. Practical riding tests are managed locally on a test by test basis, subject to local conditions which are reviewed regularly throughout the day. All attempts will be made to cancel tests in advance; however this is not always possible as local conditions can change quite quickly. You can get contact details for your local test centre at the link below: If your riding test is cancelled, another appointment will be arranged automatically at no further cost, but compensation is not payable.

You will be contacted with a new appointment date as soon as possible. There will be a section where the candidate will be asked to drive independently. For all other parts of the test, examiners will give candidates step-by-step instructions. In the independent driving section of the test, you'll have to drive independently by either following: To help you understand where you are going when following verbal directions, the examiner will show you a diagram. More information about independent driving is available at the following page: Whether you pass or fail, the examiner will explain any faults marked on your driving test report (DL9). The debrief will give you a word picture of how you did during the test. It will include all the serious/dangerous faults and any repeated minor faults if you have failed. You can have your instructor present during the feedback so you should make sure they are on hand at the end of the test. If eligible, your licence can be issued to you automatically.

If not, you will be given a pass certificate and should send this and your licence with provisional entitlement to DVA as soon as possible. Your full licence will be posted to you. DVA Driver Licensing Division Coleraine County HallCastlerock RoadWatersideColeraineBT51 3TA If you fail, the examiner will give you an explanation, as above, to help prepare you for your next test. Your driving test report form will show you where you made mistakes. A moped must have an engine capacity not exceeding 50 cc and a top speed of no more than 28mph (45km/h). If first used before 1 August 1977, it must be equipped with pedals. A driving test for a light motorcycle (category A1) must be taken on a solo machine with an engine capacity of at least 120 cc but no more than 125cc, with a power output up to 11 kilowatts (kW) (14.6 bhp). If you pass the test for the A1 class you can ride bikes up to these power limits and with a maximum engine capacity of 125 cc. If your motorcycle is less than 75 cc it's not acceptable for the practical motorcycle test.