LEARNER LICENCE

Before you can apply for your learner licence, you must pass a basic handling skills test at an approved motorcycle training school.

If you successfully pass the test, you'll be given a Basic handling skills certificate. You can then apply for your learner licence at a driver licensing agent.

Learner licence conditions

If you hold a learner motorcycle licence, you must adhere to the following conditions:

  • You must carry your learner licence at all times when you're riding
  • You must have an 'L' plate attached to the rear of your motorcycle.
  • You must not ride a motorcycle with an engine capacity greater than 250cc.
  • You must not go faster than 70 km/h on the open road.
  • You must not ride between the hours of 10 pm and 5 am.
  • You must not carry a pillion passenger.
  • You should not drink any alcohol before driving.

Moving to a restricted licence

No matter what age you are, you must hold your learner licence for a minimum of
six months before you apply for a restricted licence.

For detailed information refer Land Transport NZ site


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