Laws regarding driving a motorcycle ???

Sf191

Hi , I'm hoping somebody can help . Iv just got my learner permit for a motorcycle and am currently thinking about buying a 49cc motorcycle to get me into the city centre and back . My question is can I legally ride a 49cc scooter on a learner permit without doing the 4 day ibt course . I have a full car license for 8 years and am 25 years of age . Any help would be greatly appreciated . Thanks

Brasso

No, learner permit doesn't allow you on the road without IBT first. Older car licences from (I think) before November 2006 allow you to ride a scooter but I doubt you have that, you can look for category M or AM on your licence.

Sf191

Ok that's great thanks but and I say this without being awkward , How do I take my bike to an ibt course . Do I have to walk it there or get somebody else to transport it to take part in the course .

gerrowadat

Sf191 wrote: »

Ok that's great thanks but and I say this without being awkward , How do I take my bike to an ibt course . Do I have to walk it there or get somebody else to transport it to take part in the course .

The course provide the bike. If you really want to use a bike you own, it has to arrive in a van.

Brasso

Yeah unfortunately as you're not allowed on the road without IBT you'll need someone else to ride your bike there or get a transporter. However I think almost all IBT instructors will have school bikes, I checked on the Aaron rider training website for example and it is only €25 more to use their bikes, so probably not worth the inconvenience of using your own.

Sf191

That's great brasso . Your help is much appreciated

LookBehindYou

Your bike could be picked up at your place.
Just have tax and insurance on it