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How does the licence thing work?

  • 05-09-2010 10:02pm
    #1
    The Agogo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 834 ✭✭✭


    None of my family drive bikes and I've searched this forum but with no luck, so sorry if this is posted frequently here:


    I am a 22yr Male with no Motorbike licence at all.

    I want to start, preferably with a 125cc scooter.

    Is it something like this?:

    1) Apply for provisional (A License)
    2) Pass
    3) Buy 125cc Scooter (get insurance, tax, etc)
    4) Ride with Learner jacket until test comes up

    Basically, can I use the 125cc to travel straight after provisional test (provided wearing L-plates), or am I only allowed up to 50cc?

    Also, any recommendations for a 125er?

    Cheers


Comments

  • #2
    cantdecide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,465 ✭✭✭✭cantdecide


    Not being snippy dude but you don't have to search. Just scroll. This gets asked a couple of times a week.


  • #3
    The Agogo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 834 ✭✭✭The Agogo


    cantdecide wrote: »
    Not being snippy dude but you don't have to search. Just scroll. This gets asked a couple of times a week.

    By scrolling I found this: http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2055047956 which was started 3 years ago.

    I'm happy with this, if nothing has changed in licensing laws in three years. :)


  • #4
    Tigger
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,705 ✭✭✭✭Tigger


    Yeah get provisional/learner permit thing then do theory test the you can drive around with the l plates

    I would recommend some lessons if no one is there to teach you I'd also recommend a real bike not a moped but can see the attraction

    Just rember that on a 125 scooter yer protective gear needs to be just as good as on a bike


  • #5
    The Agogo
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 834 ✭✭✭The Agogo


    Tigger wrote: »
    Yeah get provisional/learner permit thing then do theory test the you can drive around with the l plates

    I would recommend some lessons if no one is there to teach you I'd also recommend a real bike not a moped but can see the attraction

    Just rember that on a 125 scooter yer protective gear needs to be just as good as on a bike

    Suzuki GN125 good?


  • #6
    Nolimits
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,663 ✭✭✭Nolimits


    Tigger wrote: »
    Yeah get provisional/learner permit thing then do theory test the you can drive around with the l plates

    I would recommend some lessons if no one is there to teach you I'd also recommend a real bike not a moped but can see the attraction

    Just rember that on a 125 scooter yer protective gear needs to be just as good as on a bike

    You do the theory first, as someone who is waiting on my first learners permit at the moment I can confirm that you need to send a theory test cert away with your learners permit application.

    After that you can apply for an A1 or A learners permit (or m but you wouldnt be bothered with that) The A1 will allow you to drive bikes up to 125cc although this is all you want it would be advisable to get an A learners permit in case you ever wish to upgrade. Also if you pass your full licence test with a bike on 125cc or lower you will only recieve an A1 licence and if you ever wanted to drive over 125 you would have to pass another test for your A licence.


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  • #7
    Tigger
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,705 ✭✭✭✭Tigger


    The Agogo wrote: »
    Suzuki GN125 good?

    no
    but better than a scooter


  • #8
    KTRIC
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9,463 ✭✭✭KTRIC


    ah FFS :rolleyes:


  • #9
    Tigger
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,705 ✭✭✭✭Tigger


    sorry i dont follow if anyone deserves rolleyes on this thread its not me


  • #10
    KTRIC
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9,463 ✭✭✭KTRIC


    Tigger wrote: »
    sorry i dont follow if anyone deserves rolleyes on this thread its not me

    Not you Tigger. The thread itself. Its like ground hog day.


  • #11
    cantdecide
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,465 ✭✭✭✭cantdecide


    KTRIC wrote: »
    ...Its like ground hog day...

    I don't mind people coming on here and asking the age old question time and again but to say 'I can't find the answer when I search'? That's just a fib.

    It's the lying I find unforgivable :D


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  • #12
    EvilMonkey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,823 ✭✭✭EvilMonkey


    KTRIC wrote: »
    ah FFS :rolleyes:

    @KTRIC
    Maybe its time to drop the old FAQ sticky (first post is in 2004 and has Hibernian as an insurer :eek:) and start a new one.
    Make this the first question.
    I know no one will read it but if its relevant we can point posters to it.


  • #13
    KTRIC
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9,463 ✭✭✭KTRIC


    EvilMonkey wrote: »
    @KTRIC
    Maybe its time to drop the old FAQ sticky (first post is in 2004 and has Hibernian as an insurer :eek:) and start a new one.
    Make this the first question.
    I know no one will read it but if its relevant we can point posters to it.

    When I get some time I'll sort it out. The constant repetitive threads asking about licencing is acting like an incentive though.


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