Riding a motorcycle instills respect and fear in many car drivers, although it is true that two wheels are becoming more and more popular, especially in cities. There are several factors that explain this upward trend: the price, since motorcycles are cheaper than cars and consume less fuel; the ease of finding parking or the maneuverability and speed that they offer in cities, especially to escape traffic jams. For this reason, many wonder what types of motorcycle license exist and what motorcycles can be used with the car license?
For those who intend to abandon the hassles of driving and do not have a motorcycle license, it is recommended to purchase mopeds and small motorcycles, since the more weight and power it has, the greater the challenge of handling it; Of course, the choice also depends on the use that is going to be made of the vehicle and on what type of roads it will circulate. The differences between these two vehicles are:
Given the types of motorcycles, a doubt may arise about one of the kings of urban mobility. And what is a scooter? Also known by its English name, scooter, it can be a moped or a motorcycle, since it will depend on the power it has. In any case, it is characterized by the way the driver sits (as in a chair, not astride), by having smaller wheels and (traditionally) the engine on the rear wheel. Also, most models do not have gears.
As explained by the General Directorate of Traffic (DGT), the permit to drive a motorcycle or moped is divided into four categories. It is done in stages depending on the power of the motorcycle and the experience of the pilot.
The AM, A1, A2 and A permits are valid for 10 years up to the age of 65 and after that age must be renewed every five years.
Thus, with the car license, the B driving license that authorizes driving with cars whose maximum authorized mass does not exceed 3,500 kg that are designed and built for transport (maximum of 8 passengers), motorcycles, tricycles can be used and four-wheeled vehicles included in the A1 permit:
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