What is the 125cc training course?
The 125cc training course (or simplified A1 licence) allows car licence holders who have held their licence for more than 2 years to ride a motor vehicle with a maximum displacement of 125cc (category A1: light motorcycles up to 11 kW). It is not an additional licence but a mandatory training course noted on your car licence.
Who can take this training?
You can take the 125cc training if you have held a car licence for at least 2 years. There is no particular age requirement beyond the minimum age for a car licence (18, or 16 with accompanied driving). People in their probationary period (less than 2 years of licence) cannot yet benefit.
How does the training work?
7 hours of training in 2 parts
The training takes place over 7 hours at an approved driving school: 3 hours off-road (manoeuvrability on a circuit, familiarisation with the two-wheeler) and 4 hours on-road. A motorcycle instructor accompanies you throughout. No final exam is required: a training certificate is issued.
What vehicles can you ride after the training?
After training, you can ride any motorcycle or scooter with a displacement below 125cc and power below 11 kW (15 hp). This covers the vast majority of urban scooters, Honda CB125, Yamaha YBR125, etc. Electric scooters and e-bikes do not require this training.
What does 125cc training cost?
The 125cc training costs between €200 and €400 depending on the school. This fee includes the 7 hours of training and the certificate. It is a very accessible investment compared to a full motorcycle licence, for very practical urban mobility.
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Who can ride a 125cc with a B licence?
Any B licence holder for at least 2 years can ride a 125cc motorcycle (up to 11 kW) after a mandatory 7-hour training, with no exam. This training has existed since 2011 and also applies to 3-wheel scooters (up to 15 kW). Below 2 years of B licence, access is forbidden. Once trained, the mention appears on your 2-wheeler registration.
How long is the 125 training at driving school?
125cc training lasts 7 hours in one day (or 2 half-days), split into 2 hours of theory on 2-wheeler specifics, 2 hours off-road (handling) and 3 hours in real traffic. No exam is required at the end: a certificate is delivered and must be kept for life. Tip: choose a school with varied bikes to test several models.
How much does 125 training cost in 2025?
125 training costs between 220 and 380 euros in France in 2025, depending on the region. In Paris, count 300 to 450 euros due to approved practice area costs. The price includes a 125 motorcycle and minimum equipment (helmet, gloves). Tip: check the certificate is properly delivered at the end, it proves your right to ride.
What tips to start on a 125 without a motorcycle licence?
Invest 200 to 400 euros in complete approved gear (full-face helmet CE 22-06, airbag jacket, gloves, boots). Start with short trips in calm areas before tackling ring roads or fast lanes. Ride 1,000 km cautiously before carrying passengers. Tip: take an optional 4-hour post-licence training to gain confidence, offered at 150 euros.
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