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Motorcycles

Getting your motorcycle licence in New Zealand involves a three-step process. At each step, you gain a new licence with fewer requirements and more responsibilities. It’s an approach that helps you build the skills and experience to ride safely on our roads.

Your motorcycle licence

All about what you can ride and what you need to do to gain your learner, restricted and full motorcycle licences.
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The graduated driver licensing system has changed

From 1 August 2011, the minimum age for obtaining class 1 (car) and class 6 (motorcycle) learner licences is increasing from 15 years to 16 years.
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Basic handling skills test

The test you need to pass before applying for your learner licence. Find out about the skills you’ll need to learn and where to go to sit the test.
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Changes to the restricted driver licence test

On 27 February 2012 a new, more difficult restricted driver licence test will be in place. Find out about what is involved in the new test.
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Know the code

Be a safer rider

Improve your riding skills