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Getting Your Motorcycle Licence - What are the rules in each state?

Orange traffic cones and someone learning to ride a motorbike
Madeline McGrath

Madeline McGrath

Content Writer

28 October 2024 | See disclaimer

If you’re looking to get a motorcycle licence for the very first time then there are some rules and requirements that you’ll need to follow. While it might sound easy it’s important that you know what’s required to obtain a licence in your specific state. Find our step-by-step guide, when you click on your state below, and learn how to get a motorcycle licence in Australia.

Quick Overview

State Must be at least 16 years or older Need proof of identity Driver knowledge test Need to hold an L, P or an open car licence Can I drive a moped with a car licence?
NSW Yes Yes Yes No No
Vic Yes Yes Yes No No
Qld Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
WA No Yes Yes No Yes
SA Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
ACT Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Tas Yes Yes Yes No No
NT Yes Yes Yes No Yes

Depending on the state or territory you live in there may be different rules, regulations and requirements when applying for your licence. To find out more information about how to get a motorcycle licence in your state, please click the relevant link below:

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References

  1. NSW Government, 2022, Getting your rider licence
  2. Queensland Government, 2014, Getting your motorcycle licence
  3. VicRoads, 2021, Motorcycle licence and learner permit
  4. Government of Western Australia Department of Transport, 2022, Learn to ride a LAMS motorcycle (R-E)
  5. Government of South Australia, 2021, Applying for a motorcycle licence
  6. Access Canberra, 2022, Motorcycle licences
  7. Tasmanian Government Transport Services, 2021, Getting a motorcycle licence
  8. Northern Territory Government, 2017, Getting your motorcycle licence

Disclaimer

This information is general in nature only. While Auto & General Services Pty Ltd, ABN 61 003 617 909, AFSL 241411 (AGS) trading as Budget Direct has endeavoured to ensure the information we've relied on is accurate and current (at the date of publication), AGS does not guarantee it. Information has been prepared in reliance of the information outlined in the references. AGS accepts no liability for this information.

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