Car drivers often ask whether their licence lets them ride a moped or a small motorbike. The answer depends on when you passed.
Passed before 1 February 2001
If you passed your car test before 1 February 2001, you have full moped entitlement. You can ride a moped (up to 50cc, top speed 28mph) without L plates and without a CBT.
It's still a good idea to take some training. Riding on two wheels is very different from driving, and your first ride shouldn't be in London traffic.
Passed on or after 1 February 2001
You need to complete a CBT before riding a moped. Once you have a CBT, your full car licence gives you full moped entitlement, so you can ride a moped without L plates.
What about a 125cc?
A car licence doesn't let you ride a 125cc motorcycle or scooter on its own, whenever you passed. You need a CBT. You can then ride a 125 on L plates for two years, with no passengers and no motorways.
To ride a 125 without L plates, you need a full A1 licence (or higher). See A1, A2 or A: which licence should you go for?
What about three-wheel scooters?
Some tilting three-wheelers can be ridden on a full car licence if they meet certain rules. The rules are specific to each vehicle, so check with the manufacturer and your insurer before buying.
The benefit of a car licence
Drivers already know the Highway Code and read traffic well. That helps on a CBT. But clutch control on a bike, balance at low speed and the lifesaver look are new skills, so expect to learn plenty.
Book a CBT in Dagenham at our CBT page or call 01708 986100.