A light quadricycle
is the only four-wheeled vehicle that you can drive legally on the road when under the age of 17. You may never have heard of them, but there are tiny, low-powered, lightweight machines that only require you to have passed your CBT scooter test before you can drive.
Can you drive a microcar on a CBT licence?
Oh
yes
. Because the Microcar falls within the weight and performance limits of existing B1 licence legislation, you can drive one on a bike licence a la the Reliant Robin. Learner motorcycle riders with a provisional ‘A' can drive one on L plates without the need for a CBT (Compulsary Bike Training).
Can you drive a car on a CBT?
Any 16-year-old that passes the theory and practical Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) tests will now be eligible to both ride a moped and
drive a ‘light quadricycle'
. The vehicles must not weigh more than 350kg and have a maximum top speed of 28mph.
What can you ride with a CBT licence?
Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)
On completion of your CBT you will be able to ride
a motorcycle up to 125cc
(with an engine power of up to 11kW) if you pass when you are older than 16, or a moped up to 50cc if you pass your CBT at 16.
Can you go on the motorway with a CBT licence?
After you have obtained your CBT certificate, you will be entitled to ride any motorcycle or scooter up to 125cc. This entitlement lasts for 2 years and you
will not be able to take passengers or go on motorways
. You must also display L – plates.
How much does a CBT cost?
Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)
The usual price of a CBT is
around £89-£150
. This price should include a full day of training, your CBT certificate, hire of moped/motorcycle, hire of helmet, gloves and waterproofs.
How long does a CBT last on a full car licence?
The certificate is valid for
two years
, in which time you will need to pass your full test or take CBT again. The CBT is one of the first legal steps, and must by law be taken by any new rider before they get on the road using “L” plates.
Can a 16 year old drive a Microcar UK?
Any 16 year old wishing to drive on Britain's roads will have
to first pass a Compulsory Basic Training course
, which examines their motoring skills through both a theory and practical test.
What electric car can I drive without a licence?
Citroën has announced its new urban
electric car Ami One Concept
, which is pitched at city-dwellers who don't have a driving licence. The two-seater vehicle is described as a ‘disruptive all-electric object' and is being unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show on 7 March 2019.
Can I drive a Twizy without a licence?
Is a driving license obligatory to drive a Twizy ? … However, the more powerful Twizy 80 (which can reach up to 80 km/h) belongs to the heavy quadricycle category (L7e) and therefore requires a
regular B license or B1 license
, accessible from 16 years old.
Can I do a CBT with no experience?
The short answer is yes,
you can do a CBT Training with no experience
. … We here at RideTo routinely have riders taking their CBT with no experience and they make it through the training and get their certificate on the first attempt. The CBT covers the very basics you'll need to be able to ride a motorcycle.
Can I ride 125cc on motorway?
Can I ride a 125cc on the motorway?
Yes
, you can ride a 125cc motorcycle on the motorway if you have a full motorcycle licence.
Can you fail a CBT?
To reiterate here,
there is no pass or fail of the CBT
; it's practically impossible to fail because there is no test.
What motorbike can I ride with a car licence?
If you have a full car licence, you can ride
a motorcycle or scooter up to 125cc
but you have to take your Compulsory Basic Training first. This is a day-long course that starts in a car park and ends up with you out on the road on a motorcycle or scooter.
How much does a CBT cost UK?
How much does the CBT certificate cost? A CBT (compulsory basic training) test can cost
between £130 to £170
, but the price can vary between instructors. The certificate is valid for two years.
How fast does a 125cc go?
The average 125cc bike will likely have a top speed of
around 70mph
, and should be able to cruise along at 50 to 60mph quite comfortably.
