Light motorcycles / 125 cc
Motorcycles up to 125 cc and no more than 11 kW. The power-to-weight ratio must not exceed 0.1 kW/kg.
From age 16
EkoDrive driving school · Winnenden
A1, A2 & A motorcycle licences
Enjoyment and safety go hand in hand. We guide you from your first introduction to your practical motorcycle test.
Motorcycle training in Winnenden
A1A2AB196A with code 80Progressive upgrade
Our motorcycle fleet includes Honda models for different categories, including the Hornet 750, Hornet 500 and CB125R.
General theory lessons: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 19:00–20:30 in Winnenden. You can join at any time.
Additional motorcycle theory for A1, A2 and A: We arrange dates individually, usually on Saturdays. There is no fixed weekly Saturday session.
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Which motorcycle licence is right for you?
From 125 cc to unrestricted category A: find the key differences and requirements here.
Motorcycles up to 35 kW
Motorcycles up to 35 kW and no more than 0.2 kW/kg. A restricted motorcycle must not originally have had more than 70 kW.
From age 18
Unrestricted motorcycle category
Motorcycles without the category A2 power limit. Direct access or an upgrade after at least two years with A2 is possible.
Direct from 24 · upgrade from A2 from 20
A80: the route from age 21
Category A training and test from age 21. Ride category A2 motorcycles until your 24th birthday, then unrestricted category A motorcycles without another upgrade test.
From age 21 · code 80 until age 24
125 cc extension for car drivers
From age 25, with at least five years of category B: ride 125 cc motorcycles up to 11 kW and 0.1 kW/kg. Training and a licence endorsement are required, but no additional test.
Valid only in Germany · ride only after endorsement
From A1 to A2. From A2 to A.
After holding your current category for at least two years, you can upgrade by taking a practical test. We tailor your preparation to your riding experience.
These age limits apply to standard training routes; different upgrade rules may apply if you already hold other categories.
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Questions about motorcycle licences
First licence, additional category or upgrade: find your route here.
How does progressive motorcycle licensing work?
A1 to A2: After at least two years with A1, you can obtain A2 by passing a practical upgrade test, from age 18 at the earliest.
A2 to A: After at least two years with A2, you can move to unrestricted category A by passing a practical upgrade test, from age 20 at the earliest.
The upgrade does not happen automatically. You apply to the driving licence authority and take the practical test. No new theory test is required for this progressive upgrade.
Do I need theory lessons and special driving lessons again when upgrading?
When upgrading after at least two years with A1 or A2, there are no required theory lessons and no fixed number of mandatory driving or special driving lessons. The practical preparation you need depends on your riding experience. We take you to the test when you can handle the motorcycle safely.
What is the difference between a progressive upgrade and A80?
With a progressive upgrade, you move from A1 to A2 or A2 to A through a practical test. With A80, you obtain category A with code 80 from age 21 at the earliest. Until 24, you may ride motorcycles within category A2. From your 24th birthday, this restriction ends without another upgrade test.
What do the A1 and A2 limits mean?
A1 allows up to 125 cc, no more than 11 kW and a maximum of 0.1 kW per kilogram of vehicle weight. A2 allows no more than 35 kW and 0.2 kW/kg. A motorcycle restricted for A2 must not be derived from a model with more than 70 kW. We help you interpret the figures in the vehicle documents.
How does B196 training work?
You must be at least 25 and have held category B for at least five years. Training comprises at least four theory sessions and five practical sessions, each lasting 90 minutes. You must demonstrate the required skills confidently; completing the minimum number of sessions does not guarantee successful completion.
After successfully completing the training, you receive a certificate. Code 196 must be entered on your driving licence before your first ride. The endorsement must be made within one year of completing the training. There is no additional driving licence test. B196 is valid only in Germany.
How does training differ if I already have a driving licence?
For your first licence, you need the full general theory course and additional motorcycle theory. If you already hold a driving licence, the general theory requirement is usually reduced. A progressive upgrade after two years and B196 are separate routes. We check your existing licence to find the right option for you.
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