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Motorcycle Manoeuvres Test



The Motorcycle Manoeuvres Test is being introduced as result of European Directive (56/2000/EC). This introduces a series of exercises to be assessed as part of a motorcycle manoeuvres test. The Directive’s aim is to improve road safety by reducing the number of motorcycle collisions.


The following links contain information regarding the test:-


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  • Background information on the test (PDF 53KB)

  • Before, during and after the manoeuvres test (PDF 65KB)

  • Motorcycle Manoeuvres FAQs (PDF 33KB)

  • Test layout (PDF 19KB)

  • Promotional Poster (PDF 402KB)

  • Promotional Flyer (PDF 737KB)



  • If you require further information not contained on the website please contact:


    DVA Headquarters
    Balmoral Road
    Belfast
    BT12 6QL
    0845 601 4094


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    Test Vehicle



    Any vehicle or vehicle/trailer combination presented for use at test must meet minimum test vehicle standards. These standards are part of European Community Legislation on Driver Licensing. Northern Ireland as a member of the European Union is obliged to comply with these requirements.

    Minimum Test Vehicle (MTV) requirement Table:

    CategorySpecification
    AA motor bicycle without a sidecar having an engine with a cylinder capacity of over 120 cubic centimetres but not more than 125 cubic centimetres and capable of a speed of 100 kilometres per hour on the level.
    A1A motor bicycle without a sidecar having an engine with a cylinder capacity of 75 cubic centimetres but not more than 120 cubic centimetres.
    PAny vehicle in category P.

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    Notes



    Relating to Categories A1, A & P

    (For A1 (see note 1) & A (see note 2))
    1. A light motorcycle licence (category A1) will give you full licence entitlement to ride machines up to 125 cc with a power output of up to 11 kw.
    2. A standard motorcycle licence (category A) will restrict you for a period of two years to riding machines with a power output not exceeding 25 kW and a power/weight ratio not exceeding 0.16 kW/kg. After the two-year period you may ride any motorcycle.


    Additional Notes

    Requirements for Motorcycles and Mopeds

    Moped (Cat P)

    A moped must have an engine capacity not exceeding 50 cc, and a maximum speed of 50 km/h (31 mph). If first used before 1 August, 1977, it must be equipped with pedals by which it can be propelled.

    Motorcycles (Cat A & A1)

    If your motorcycle is less than 75 cc it is not acceptable for the practical motorcycle test. If you pass your practical test on a motorcycle with automatic or semi-automatic transmission, this will be recorded on your licence. Your full licence entitlement will be restricted to motorcycles in this category.

    Only candidates with certain disabilities can use a motorcycle and sidecar combination for the test. The licence obtained as a result of this test will be restricted to such combinations.

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