A1 licence and car licence + 7 h training: which 125 to choose?

What you can ride

Engine size: 125 cc maximum.
Power: 11 kW (15 hp) maximum.
Power-to-weight ratio: 0.1 kW/kg maximum.

Every 125 sold new in Europe meets these limits: roadsters, adventure bikes, retro bikes, small sports bikes or scooters.

A1 licence or car licence + 7 h?

The A1 licence can be taken from age 16, with a theory and a practical test.

If you have held a car licence for at least 2 years, a 7-hour training course at a riding school is enough to ride a 125, with no exam. It covers motorcycles and automatic scooters alike.

Choosing your 125

In town, a scooter or a light roadster slips through traffic easily.
On the road, a 125 with large wheels (adventure, roadster) is steadier and more comfortable.
Weight matters more than power: a light bike is easy to handle at a standstill.
Motorways are possible, but a 125 quickly reaches its limit there.

What next?

The A2 licence, from age 18, opens up bikes up to 35 kW: the next step to ride further and carry a passenger more comfortably.

Frequently asked questions

Can I ride a 125 with a car licence?

Yes, if you have held a car licence for at least 2 years and completed the 7-hour training course at a riding school. There is no exam at the end.

What is the maximum power of a 125?

11 kW, i.e. 15 hp, with a power-to-weight ratio of at most 0.1 kW/kg.

Can a 125 go on the motorway?

Yes, a 125 cc motorcycle is allowed on motorways, but it runs close to its limit there: it is happier in town and on country roads.

Can I carry a passenger on a 125?

Yes, if the bike is approved for two people (passenger seat and footrests). With only 15 hp, performance drops noticeably two-up.

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The quiz matches your licence, height, riding and budget against the whole catalogue.

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Data from manufacturer data sheets, subject to change between model years. Indicative new prices (France).