Requirements For Category A1 Motorcycle Driving Licence
The category A1 driving license permits you to drive motorcycles with smaller engines. This includes trial e-scooters as well as motorcycles with a power of up to 11 kW. This is an excellent way to start your journey into the world of motorcycles.
You'll have to pass CBT and the theory test as well as pass a test in the practical. After passing jazda skuterem , you will be able to ride a 125cc bike with no L plates or carry the passenger.
Minimum age
A1 is an essential step in learning how to ride on a motorcycle. It offers increased training, more privileges for riding and a longer validity when compared to CBT. This is a great way to reduce your insurance costs. However the process of getting an A1 license is long and requires different requirements.
The minimum age for category A1 is 16. The license allows you to drive small motorbikes with a cylinder capacity of up to 125cc, and a power of 11 kW. It is possible to become a licence holder for this category by having passed your CBT as well as theory and practical tests. It is recommended to take a course that has practical training to improve your road awareness and confidence. This will make it easier for you to pass the A1 test.
After you have obtained your A1 licence, you are able to transition to the A2 licence. The A2 licence will allow you to drive larger bikes with more engine power and a greater power-to-weight ratio. This licence also allows you to carry passengers. This is a great option for those looking to become a moto courier.
There are some exceptions to age limits. Physically disabled drivers, for example, may be allowed to ride motor tricycles in category A1 even though they have not yet reached the age of 21. Physically disabled drivers who passed their practical tests prior to 19 January 2013 are still restricted to vehicles with a motor power of 25 kW. This restriction will be in effect for two years.
The minimum age for category B and B+E is 18. This licence will allow you to drive cars with a a maximum authorised mass of 3500kg, and you can tow a trailer up to 750kg. Minibuses are also permitted to be driven that have up to eight seats with your category B license. You'll need to add an E category for driving a combination of trailers and vehicles with more than 8 seats.
Maximum engine capacity
Holders of an A1 licence are permitted to drive two-wheel motor vehicles with the capacity of cylinders not more than 50cc (for internal combustion engines) or a maximum continuous rated power of not more than 4 kW in the case of electric motors, and the ratio of power to weight not exceeding 0.1 Kw per kilogram. Three-wheel motor vehicles and quad bikes can also be driven provided that they meet the specifications.
Mod 1 and Mod 2 on your A1 bike. Module 1 covers off-road maneuvers such as controlled stops, and an slalom through cones in the training centre.
Maximum power
If you pass the CBT test and receive an A1 license, you are able to drive a scooter or motorcycle with a maximum power of 11 kW. A variety of electric bikes are available that meet the A1 classification. One of them is Zero's DS 14.4 which has an all-time power of 11kW but also has 23kW peak capability. This makes it a powerful machine that you can ride if you are an A1 driver.
A1 vehicles may not carry more than 750kg when unladen.