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The A1 motorcycle licence is the first full motorcycle licence available to riders in the UK. Unlike riding with only a CBT certificate, an A1 licence removes many restrictions and gives riders more freedom on the road.
With a full A1 licence, you can:
For riders aged 17 or over using a 125cc motorcycle, the A1 licence is often the next practical step after completing CBT training.
dvsadocs helps UK riders manage motorcycle licence applications and paperwork correctly, helping reduce delays and confusion during the application process.
An A1 licence allows you to ride:
To take the practical test, the motorcycle used must generally:
Once you pass the full A1 licence tests, you can legally ride qualifying motorcycles:
The A1 category does not permit riding larger or more powerful motorcycles.
To ride higher-powered bikes, riders must progress to:
However, modern 125cc motorcycles remain highly practical for:
To apply for an A1 motorcycle licence in the UK, you must:
If you previously passed certain motorcycle theory tests after 1 July 1996, you may not need to retake the theory test before progressing.
The total cost of getting an A1 licence includes several stages.
This is the starting point before training or tests can begin.
Typical training costs range between:
CBT is a training course rather than a formal test. The DL196 certificate issued after completion remains valid for two years.
If you do not pass your full motorcycle tests within that period, the CBT must be repeated.
The theory test includes:
Both sections must be passed during the same appointment.
The theory test certificate remains valid for two years.
The practical test is split into two sections.
This off-road test covers:
Weekday fee:
This is the on-road riding assessment covering:
Weekday fee:
Evening, weekend and bank holiday tests cost more.
Most riders completing training through a motorcycle school spend approximately:
This usually includes:
After holding an A1 licence for two years, riders can move to the A2 category from age 19.
The A2 licence allows motorcycles up to:
This opens access to a wider range of sports, touring and larger commuter motorcycles.
The UK motorcycle licence system is designed to help riders gain experience gradually before progressing to more powerful bikes.
The motorcycle licensing process can feel confusing for first-time riders, especially when dealing with provisional licences, CBT certificates, theory tests and practical bookings.
dvsadocs helps UK riders manage motorcycle licence applications and supporting paperwork correctly from the beginning. Whether you are applying for your provisional licence, arranging CBT documentation, or preparing for your A1 motorcycle tests, our team can help make the process easier and more straightforward.
