Age restrictions for obtaining a motorcycle driving license from 2022

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Published: 12/31/2018

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According to Russian laws, any driver driving on the roads must have an appropriate license. And it doesn’t matter how many wheels your vehicle has - four or just two. Relatively recently, the requirements for motorcycle and scooter drivers were more flexible. Since 2013, the situation has changed radically and even a scooter driver is required to undergo training at a motorcycle school.

• Motorcycle license: is it possible to do without them?
• At what age can you drive a motorcycle?
• What categories of motorcycle rights will be allocated in 2022? Rights for a motorcycle with a sidecar
• Moped and scooter licenses

Motorcycle license: is it possible to do without them?

The law is adamant. If you are not going to sit behind the wheel of a bicycle forever, but plan to at least occasionally get behind the wheel of at least a moped, a license is required. And this is not a whim of traffic police inspectors and motorcycle schools who want to “extract” more money from you.

A qualified driver who has undergone training clearly knows how to behave in a given traffic situation. While the “disenfranchised” driver only guesses about the correctness of his behavior on the road. And it’s good if such driving only ends with a fine and confiscation of the two-wheeled horse.

Don’t even hope that the weak engine of your scooter will be a mitigating circumstance when meeting with traffic police officers. No one has canceled age restrictions either.

But owners of motocross motorcycles can breathe easy. They do not face fines or confiscation of the vehicle for driving without a license. But as long as they remain on the territory of sports tracks.

The reason for the “indulgence” is simple: a motocross motorcycle belongs to the category of sports equipment. And as long as its owner races on dirt tracks, he does not break any rules.

At what age can you drive a motorcycle?

This parameter is directly related to the type of two-wheeled vehicle that the driver plans to drive. There are motorcycles that you can drive no earlier than 18 years old. But there are categories of vehicles available for driving from the age of 16.

More on the topic: Get a driver's license at 16 from April 1

You are allowed to start learning how to operate a motorcycle long before your 18th birthday. But be patient, you will be allowed to take the exams only when you reach this age.

What categories of motorcycle licenses are there in 2018?

The motor market is ready to offer a huge selection of motorcycles. How not to get confused in this diversity and understand which category is needed to control a particular two-wheeled horse? The classification decided everything.

Since motorcycles are different, it was decided to distinguish three categories: “M”, “A”, “A1”. Each of them makes it possible to control motorcycles with different weights and engine sizes.

If the future driver has already crossed the 18-year mark, it makes sense to study for category “A”. In this case, “M” and “A1” will be given to him as bonuses. The significant date is far away, but you really want to drive, choose “M” or “A1” - depending on your vehicle.

License for a motorcycle with a sidecar

Are you planning to buy a motorcycle with a sidecar? Hurry up to get your category “A” license. For your own safety, do not be lazy to take a couple of lessons on riding such a motorcycle.

This type of transport is fundamentally different from its two-wheeled counterpart. Because of the stroller on one side, it takes up much more space on the road. And this requires a special habit.

Moped and scooter licenses

The emergence of the “M” category has made life easier for owners of scooters and mopeds. Having reached 16 years of age, complete training at a motorcycle school and freely ride lightweight vehicles.

If the driver has been trained for category “A”, then “M” is entered automatically. What gives you the right to drive a light scooter.

Child injury in summer

The fact that childhood injuries are an extremely pressing problem for Belarus is evidenced by the fact that in the country it ranks second in the structure of primary morbidity. Moreover, more than 80% of all injuries children receive at home or while playing on the street.

According to statistics cited by Irina Poznyak, approximately 35% of injuries are bruises, 20% are cuts and damage from sharp objects, and another 20% are injuries of varying severity associated with falls.

Swing right through

• swing . According to Irina Poznyak, the requirements of GOST and STB do not allow the installation of swings with rigid suspension elements on children's playgrounds. Nevertheless, such equipment is found quite often in courtyard areas of residential buildings, as well as in kindergartens. When carrying out major renovations of territories, as well as the construction of new playgrounds, modern play equipment is installed that meets all standards and safety requirements. But, it is clear that this is not a quick task, so the main emphasis for now is on compliance with the rules of safe behavior and operation of the old swing;
• carousels . Carelessness and neglect of safety rules on carousels often results in pinching of body parts by rotating elements and, as a result, injuries;
• slides . Pampering and carelessness can result in bruises, cuts, injuries from falling and even burns.

Driver requirements

• The future driver must be healthy; the appropriate certificate is obtained before the start of the training course. It would be a shame to take a course at a motorcycle school and find yourself unfit for health.

When undergoing a medical examination, warn the medical commission about your desire to open the “M” category. If you do not do this, the category will not appear in your rights. You will not be able to drive a moped.

• Reaching a certain age – each category has age parameters;
• Completion of training at a motorcycle school corresponding to the required category.

Statement

The basis for obtaining a driving license with the required category is the submitted application. All of the above documents are attached to it. The application form can be obtained from the State Traffic Inspectorate office or downloaded from its website.

The application shall indicate the following information:

• name of the State Traffic Inspectorate department;
• information about the applicant who wishes to become the owner of a driver’s license (full name, information about the place of registration of the recipient of the license, date of birth and place, series and passport number);
• The reason for filing an application is to obtain a license or the required category.

When receiving a certificate for the first time, you need to write in the appropriate line “in connection with the completion of training.” Fatal? If you need to replace your driver's license, you will need to indicate the reason why you need to replace it.

Next, the application must list all the documents attached to it, indicating their numbers, if any were assigned to them.

Video about obtaining rights

After entering all the necessary data into the form, you need to sign and date the application. To ensure that drivers fill out this document correctly, at the stands in the traffic police department you can see samples of any applications submitted to this structure, including for obtaining a license of any category.

Obtaining rights: specifics

To obtain a motorcycle license, you do not have to take the traditional city exam for obtaining any other license. In the case of a motorcycle, traffic police inspectors are limited to checking theoretical knowledge of traffic rules. Testing of practical skills takes place in special training grounds and sites.

Until the newly minted motorcyclist passes the theoretical course, he will not be allowed to take practical tests. In case of failure, retaking the theory is allowed after 2 weeks.

Some schools refuse to enroll in motorcycle riding courses in the winter. This is due to the complexity of road conditions. It is difficult to teach an inexperienced driver all the subtleties of driving on slippery roads.

Documents of the future driver

Until the applicant submits a full package of documents, he simply will not be allowed to study.

• Copy of the passport.
• Certificate with a conclusion from the medical board.
• 2 photos 3x4.
• Statement.
• A document confirming the fact of successful training in a motorcycle school.
• Payment for payment of state duty.
• Consent from parents - if the future motorcyclist is under 18 years of age.

Procedure for obtaining a driver's license

This procedure also has its own course of events.

• Checking the authenticity of each piece of paper - rest assured, the chance with false documents will definitely not work here;
• The applicant for a license receives access to testing;
• The first stage of exams is theory;
• The second stage is practice at a special training ground;
• Obtaining a driver's license.

Passing exams: step by step

The exam is divided into two independent blocks: theoretical and practical. The first involves testing the theoretical framework and rules. The second is aimed at identifying practical skills and abilities.

The theoretical part is taken entirely computer-based. During the test for knowledge of traffic rules, the test taker answers 20 questions. Ideally, the number of errors is zero.

20 minutes of time are allotted for the test - one minute per question. If one mistake is made, another 5 minutes are added to the time. During these minutes you need to answer an additional 5 questions from the block where the mistake was made.

If you make mistakes on 2 questions, 10 minutes and 10 questions are added to the time. If you miss 3 questions, the examinee is sent to retake.

The practical side of the exam takes place in the fresh air - at the training ground. Here everything is like at school, for a mistake - a minus to the final mark. It is enough to score 4 penalty points to be considered for a retake.

Minus 1 point for:

• a warning signal not given by hand about planned braking;
• late braking before the stop line;
• low beam lights not turned on.

Minus 3 points for:

• stalled engine at the beginning of the exam;
• untimely switching from upshift to downshift, and vice versa;
• ignoring neutral gear when the motorcycle stops for a long time;
• untimely warning of turns.

Minus 5 points for:

• arrival and crossing of the stop line;
• touching the ground with your foot;
• hitting a barrier sign;
• ignoring the left turn signal;
• significant shortfall to the stop line.

Upon successful completion of all tests, the student moves to the “driver” category. Now all that remains is to obtain the long-awaited license of the appropriate category.

The validity period for a motorcycle license is the same as for a car license – 10 years.

Practice

The practical part of testing driving skills must be completed in two stages: in the courtyard and in the city. The inspector must evaluate the acquired skills and decide on the possibility of allowing the examinee to drive this type of vehicle:

1. Proof of ability to move in a straight line while shifting gears.
2. Demonstration of driving on a “rut road”: driving in a straight line at low speed, without lowering your feet from the footrest.
3. The ability to make a turn, turn at small radii, move in a “snake”, “figure of eight”, “overall semicircle”.
4. Skills in performing high-speed maneuvers. This type of practical task was introduced on October 14, 2017.

The practical part and, accordingly, the exam will not be counted by the inspector if, during the exam, the examinee:

• falls off the motorcycle;
• will not be able to complete one of the required practical tasks;
• when the engine is running, it will not be able to switch off the gear;
• the motorcycle will stall as soon as it starts moving.

But there is no need to be upset if such a situation occurs. You can retake the driving practice after one week at the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate (provided that it is accepted at a driving school). In this case, the applicant for category A1 will be asked to go through all the necessary (above) maneuvers again. If the second attempt is successful and all practical tasks are completed, the driving record will be accepted and the documents will be sent to obtain a license.

When can you do without special training?

You can get out of compulsory training at a motorcycle school. But if the future driver does not plan to drive a vehicle over 50 cubic meters. The existing rights with any category will suffice.

If the driver has not managed to acquire a driver’s license, then training at a motorcycle school will not be possible. You just need to decide on the resulting category.

Don’t like to overpay, but want to have the “M” category in your arsenal? Save, “open” category “A” and higher, and “M” will be provided to you as a bonus. You will not need to take any additional exams.

Giving and receiving are different concepts

You need to understand the difference between the terms “pass exams for driving license” and “obtain a driver’s license” - in Russian legislation these are not the same thing. Even excellent knowledge of the theory of traffic rules and good skills in driving a vehicle in different conditions do not guarantee the possibility of obtaining a license on the same day.

The time gap may be even greater between learning to drive and passing your license. For example, Russian laws do not regulate in any way the age at which a guy or girl can begin to study the theory of traffic rules. Psychologists and teachers believe that such information is best remembered at 7-8 years old. This means that elementary school students can buy a pocket book with the traffic rules of the Russian Federation and study, and then only follow the changes and make adjustments to their knowledge. However, you can start studying at a driving school much later.

Read more: why you can’t pass your license without attending a driving school.

How to get a motorcycle license if you have category “B”?

Open category “B” does not give its owner the right to drive a motorcycle over 50cc. You'll have to sit down at your desk again and go through the DD rules again. Only after successfully passing the oral part of the exam will the driver be allowed to take the practical test.

Some people will be outraged by this approach - why learn the rules, all this has been covered. It's not about the traffic rules themselves, but about the specifics of driving a motorcycle. Driving a car is very different from riding a two-wheeler.

However, if you feel strong enough, you don’t have to attend a motorcycle school. Practice your motorcycle riding skills on your own. But where is the guarantee that you are performing all the elements correctly?

Still, it’s worth playing it safe and taking a lesson or two from an experienced driver-instructor. He will clearly explain the requirements for the exams.

Price issue

Everything here is individual. There are several factors that significantly influence the final tuition amount.

• Region – studying in a large city will cost an order of magnitude more than in a small provincial town.
• Educational institution - the more regalia a school has, the more expensive the services of its teachers.
• Medical institution where the certificate was received.

The only “fixed” figure is the state fee for obtaining a license. It is the same for all regions and does not depend on the skill of teachers.