A1 Restricted Licence Course

Start Your A1 Motorcycle Licence Journey

Looking to ride a motorcycle up to 125cc without L-plates?

Our A1 Motorcycle Licence course is the perfect next step after completing your CBT.

Whether you want more freedom on the road, lower insurance costs, or the ability to carry a passenger, gaining your A1 licence is a great progression from CBT riding.

An A1 licence gives you more freedom and flexibility than riding on CBT alone.

For many riders, the A1 licence is the perfect stepping stone towards an A2 or full Category A licence in the future.

At GP Motorcycle Training, we provide professional, friendly motorcycle training designed to help you pass your A1 licence tests with confidence and become a safer rider for life.

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What is The A1 Motorcycle Licence?

The A1 licence allows riders aged 17 or over to ride:

  • Motorcycles up to 125cc
  • Maximum power output of 11kW
  • Power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.1kW per kg
  • Ride without L-plates
  • Carry a passenger
  • Use motorways legally

The A1 licence is a full motorcycle licence and is ideal for riders who want to stay on smaller bikes while gaining full riding privileges.

What Do I Need Before Starting?

Before taking your A1 motorcycle tests, you will need:

  • A valid UK provisional motorcycle licence
  • To have completed a CBT course
  • A valid motorcycle theory test certificate

If you still need your CBT or theory test, our team can help guide you through the process.

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What to Bring

Please bring:

  •  Your Full UK Photocard Car licence
    or a Provisional UK Photocard Car licence with valid Category A (provisional motorcycle entitlement if you intend to ride over a 50cc moped)
    or a Full EU licence accompanied by a UK counterpart licence (D58/2) showing provisional motorcycle entitlement (Category A)
  • Your Motorcycle Theory Test Certificate
  • Suitable Clothing and sturdy Footwear

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What Happens During the Course?

Our A1 motorcycle training course is designed around your current riding experience and ability level.

Training typically includes:

  • Machine control and slow riding skills
  • Junctions and roundabouts
  • Hazard awareness
  • Road positioning
  • Independent riding
  • Test route preparation
  • MOD 1 test training
  • MOD 2 road ride training

Course Sections

The Module 1 test takes place off-road at a DVSA test centre and includes:

  • Slow control exercises
  • Figure of eight
  • U-turn
  • Emergency stop
  • Hazard avoidance

The Module 2 test is an on-road riding assessment that checks your ability to ride safely in real traffic conditions.

This includes:

  • Normal road riding
  • Independent riding
  • Town and rural roads
  • Safe decision making
  • Observation and awareness

How Much Does A1 Course Cost?

£999

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Why Choose An A1 Licence?

  • No need to renew CBT every 2 years
  • Ride without L-plates
  • Carry passengers legally
  • Use motorways
  • Build experience towards larger motorcycle licences
  • Often lower insurance premiums
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Why Choose Us?

  • DVSA-approved motorcycle instructors
  • Friendly, patient training environment
  • Modern motorcycles and scooters available
  • One-to-one support throughout the day
  • High-quality rider coaching focused on confidence and safety
  • Many riders say choosing a quality training school makes a huge difference to confidence and road safety.
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Whether you want to commute, ride for fun, looking to get back into riding or progress to a full unrestricted motorcycle licence, our course gives you the skills and confidence to get started safely.

Call now or book online to reserve your place.

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Courses FAQs

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Training motorcycles can usually be provided for an additional cost

Yes.

Please ensure you bring your Photocard licence.

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You cannot start any course without a licence. To apply for a licence you can pick up form D1 from the Post Office and apply for one, or you can apply online.

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If you have a licence from outside of the UK you will need to convert it to a UK one.

Please visit Gov.uk web site this will guide you through the process of changing your licence.

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Unless stated otherwise.

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Our hourly rate is £60.00 (minimum of 2 hours)

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You must be able to read a registration plate with or without contact lenses or glasses at a distance of 66 feet (20 metres).

Yes

If you do not speak and understand English to a good conversational level  then you must bring a translator with you.

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You will need to demonstrate a good knowledge of the Highway Code.