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Originally Posted by Water Warrior 2
And there is the graduated system that works well.
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I'll try to explain it....
Before riding, everyone must take a compulsary basic training course, and pass a theory test.
Age 16 or over - Do the above then ride a moped up to 50cc with a top speed of 45k/h (around 28mph) with L (learner) plates, or take a test so you can carry passengers.
Age 17 or over - Take a test to ride a bike up to 125cc (max power 11kw)
After 2 years you can apply for a test to ride a bike up to 35kw (46.6 bhp) up to 500cc, or a restricted version of a bigger model. If you are 19 or older you can take a direct test for the 500cc licence, then after 2 years take a test for an unrestricted licence
Age 21 or older - you can apply for an unrestricted licence by...
(1) If you have had a 500cc licence for over 2 years you can take a test
(2) If you haven't held a 500cc licence for 2 years, and are 24 or older, you can take a stiffer test (which must be on a high powered bike) to prove that you can handle it.
Complicated eh!