Biking in Ireland: Getting Your License
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
- Some stuff on getting your license, the theory test, and the test itself.
Useful links:
- Theory Test: www.theorytest.ie/
- RSA: www.rsa.ia/
- NDLS: www.ndls.ie/
Bike: 2015 Kawasaki ER-6N/Ninja 650
Wow, you must be the first Irish motovlogger that I've come across, and you're excellent.
Cheers! Glad you like the vids, and my amateurish imovie wrangling passes as 'excellent' :-)
Haha lol. I'm just taking my first steps into the motorcycle world, my theory test is coming up in July (I'm 16).
Grumpy Bike Wizard I'm from tipp
I couldn't find this type of video anywhere, thanks!!
Something I learned today, having handed in my application for a learner permit, if you have a full driving licence, you don't need to do an eye test.
Great video, doing my theory test on Saturday, my motorbike licence expired in 2001, expensive mistake, I feel like a teenager (getting shafted by the high prices of everything with an ex engine) thanks for the brilliant video lad, 👍
Best of luck!
thanks for the video. I would love to learn how to ride a bike. It will be for an A licence and i have never been on a bike before so this will be very interesting and hope to be able to one day buy a tourer and travel around on it and park up the 4 wheels for a change :) as for theory test, im studying for it as it is. so fingers crossed ill have the first one done by the end of september. I have subscribed so i will keep you up to date on that. thanks for the information :)
What happened in the end?
@@zackd6168 well he left me. so i decided to continue with the biking so i did the test. passed it. 3 years later i have a beautiful FJR1300 and learnt how to maintain my bike. I am also part of a community that I get along well with. Dreams are still there they just changed a bit.
I'm swatting up on the theory test. I'm 47 with a full car license about 25 years. I find some of the questions to be strangely ambiguous, so don't underestimate it. There are plenty of questions that are simplistic and require basic common sense, but the ambiguous ones gotten wrong, may be enough to fall short.
It's great to see someone on here riding around my neck of the woods
+1 Brilliant and Subscribed . Just completed my IBT have the test in the next 6 months :) Safe biking my friend
Same to you, keep her upright!
Thanks so much man! This has made it way easier to get the info!
thanks for the video a lot more informative than trying to find out through the official channels , I think you left out one small payment because you need to get an eye sight report to get your learner permit so another 25 euro
True enough alright! 25 euro starts to look like a drop in the ocean in the 700 odd :-)
FYI If you done your car theory test before 2006 you do not need to sit the bike theory test again. This was due to some change in the law around that time, I simply just got a learner permit and skipped the theory test. If you are unsure ring up the NDLS and give them your PPSN number so they can check, hopefully that will save you €35! every little helps when you are starting out.
Excellent video very helpful thank you!
Just did my theory test and been riding without the ibt. Riding bikes for 10 years so. Been stopped before and for insured, nobody asked for the ibt. I'll schedule the driving test soon and see if I can get away without the ibt.
They ask for it at the test these days I'm afraid.
Very helpful video mate 👍
Very informative, thank you.
these are sooooo helpful!!! thanks,s for doing them
Very nice too.
i just passed theory test. should i go with scooter now ? please give me suggestions. Thanks
+Lutfu Serol Get the license you're able to get, so full A if you're over 24 or so on. Very little difference in skills.
@@Grumpybikewizard with an A ibt cert can u ride a 250cc
@@vincentloughnane83 If you have full category A and do your IBT on a full category A bike, you can ride any size bike you like.
Absolutely excellent advice!! Thanks!
Question: Can I ride indefinitely on learner permit whilst obeying the restrictions (L vest, no pillion etc).?
I think it's the same as cars (i.e. only 2 renewals). However, the IBT expires after 2 years and you're back to square one.
@@Grumpybikewizard But if you pass the test that's the end of ibt?
@@gatehanger1385 Yep
Hi , I have my theory test completed and doing my training soon. i have no idea what bike to get. I am 36 yrs old, 6 foot 2 inches. any suggestions of a big enough bike. I am thinking 600 cc Thanks
Was just wondering if the questions asked on the motorcycle theory are the same as the car? Cheers
If you do the new bike theory test then it'll ask some bike specific questions yeah. Not all of them - most of the test is still the same as the regular theory test on rules of the road etc.
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have my learner permit just waiting to get the a2 have a hornet 250
Howya mate, really enjoying watching your videos, been binging the eurotrip all evening! I was wondering if you had some advice for my situation. I've got a KTM Duke 125, I'm 22 and am about to apply for my first permit. I'm wondering if you think I'd be better off going for the A1, then progressing to the A2, or going straight for the A2, and then doing a pretest and my actual test onna rented A2 category bike? I don't currently plan on owning a bike over the A2 category, but I know if I do the A1 license, and progress to the A2, if I wanted to get the A license, id have to do a second driving test for it. Thanks a million! And keep up the class videos!
Always do the biggest category you can, it's no harm to have the license and saves you the progression module fees later.
@@Grumpybikewizard cheers! Not sure why I had the idea in my head that if I'm on a 125 that the A1 was the best bet. Must've completely slipped my mind that you can only do the progression module once. Thanks a mil for the advice! Keep up the class videos!
I knew it was expensive but screw me thats alot
What position we should ride when taking road test ?
Can we go for test on normal clothes or it’s an requirement to wear proper motorcycle clothings with boots ? Please answer
So I have a ktm 125 2 stroke dirt bike without lights and was wondering if I put lights indicators ect onto it could I still put it road legal?
Give me a honest answer. How is the rain affecting you as a motorcyclist . What are the least rainy places, does it even matter?
Question, i'm 24 and looking at doing the theory test sometime next month or so. I'm gonna go for the full A licence, would i be restricted on what bike i can ride by the insurance company?? Meaning i wanna buy a bike which i could do my test with as well instead of using a bike i'm not used to for the driving test after the 6 months is up if you get me? :) Thanks in advance
If you have a provisional A and IBT you can ride any bike. I guess you're limited by what you can afford to insure so not buying a 1000c sports bike is probably a good idea :-)
Thanks a lot for a reply mate :) Like when it comes to buying a bike i'm gonna be lost, would you recommend a website or any bikes that someone could also use during testing as well? Thanks
The RSA website has a list of suitable bikes. Aim for 600 or 650cc and something without an 's' in the model name to avoid the sportbike premium -- hornet and bandit and sv650 are all classic choices, but of course up to yourself.
I'm moving to ireland from the states. I have a motorcycle license here as well as a finnish a2 license. I'd prefer to keep my full license which I can get in may from europe. But my question is can I register and insure a bike if I use my american license? Or should I wait till may to get the big a license
Sorry for noob question,do I need to own a bike in order to take up a instructor?or the riding school will provide their own bike to new rider
Depends on the school, best to ring around. Most do, I think.
Ibt is a complete rip-off, 650, and had to wait 3 months. Cbt in the UK about 130.
Just wondering can you do bad in the IBT and have to repeat it?
Anyone recommend a good A2 beginner bike for cheapish around 1000-2000 don't want to spend a ton on a bike ill proble scratch a few times
I know this video is a bit old now but when you go for the IBT is it like a 2 day course? Is there groups of lads doing it or is it one on one training or what? Do you need to buy a bike and all the gear before going to the IBT or do they provide all that stuff? Thanks.
It really depends on the school and the area you're in. Your best bet is to ring a local instructor and ask. I did mine on my own, but some offer discounts for pairs, or put you with one or two others. It won't be a big classroom. The course is 2 days, which you don't have to do together, I did mine one day a week or 2 weeks. As for bike and gear, also depends on the school, most good ones will give you a bike and some basic gear, may advice would be to at least buy your own helmet and gloves, you'll need those for sure.
@@Grumpybikewizard Cheers for the info by the way. I passed my theory test today. I got 40/40 which I was chuffed with.
Ahh kilmeague, allen, allenwood.... :o Where bouts you from? Very informative video
Used to live out near prosperous.
Ahh niceone. Just around the corner from Mondello myself. Will be on My new Derbi in few weeks. Hopefully the roads around here are forgiving
Some very helpful information just wondering after getting your learner permit and passing your ibt how long do you have to get your driving test done before your learner permit expires ?
Learner permit lasts 2 years, and IBT also lasts 2 years. So you need both to be valid to pass your test. You can renew your learner permit but the IBT expires and you have to do it again.
@@Grumpybikewizard okay thanks man for replying great help 👍😁
Can you get insured when you finish your ibt and are you allowed to start riding afterwards or do you have to wait 6 months before being able to start riding on the road ?
You can ride by yourself on the road right after IBT. You need to wait 6 months to do your test for full license.
Grumpy Bike Wizard perfect and thanks I didn’t know that, any insurance companies you recommend
700 euro!!!! bit unfair on us lads that have been racing dont ya think???been off road riding since 6,track racing at 15..was on 1000cc by 17, have my rigid truck licence for the race gear and full car but never bothered about the bike but quit racing this year and want to get a road bike...aww man 700 euro and to be riding around with a instructor awww jaysus!!! can i Wheelie during ibt?????
Does anybody have any idea how much insurance is for a first time driver age 46 on a 250 cc. Just a ball park figure would be great. Tx in advance
depends on what make 250cc mate , some models be in higher group bracket , best thing to do is ring around :)
Great video, I have a full licence for a car and category AM . Would I need to do the ibt course ?
If you have a full AM you can ride a scooter up to 50cc, older licenses had it grandfathered in. Anything bigger and it's learner permit and IBT time.
Grumpy Bike Wizard I have a 125 now , looks like I’ll just have to do it do . Thanks
When you booked in October how long was it before they gave you a date in March? I need to do my test next year so wondering if I book now will they give me something around next march because I don't want to be doing in during the winter.
All bets are off this year I'd say. I did mine 6 years ago and it varies by test centre. I think some of them stop for the winter as well.
@@Grumpybikewizard That's true. I've seen there is a big backlog for tests but I assume a lot of those would be car tests and bike tests might not be as backlogged. I will just have to apply and see how it goes. Thanks.
@@Grumpybikewizard Wee bit of an update. I passed my test today. 7 month waiting for a date I think it goes without saying that I'm delighted.
Dya need to do the ibt before you can drive on the road? Thanks in advance.
Yes. All the learner permit lets you do on its own is drive under instruction, which is what the IBT is.
do you need a qualified biker with ya between the 6 months?
Nope, out on your own once you do the IBT. A bit ropey, but beats the previous system of no training at all.
+Grumpy Bike Wizard thanks man very useful video
What county you in
Can't find the other video I seen. But I am 29 getting my first bike. Can I start off in a 600cc or do I still have to start on a 125cx
You can indeed, over 24 and you can do 'direct access', check it out on rsa.ie
@@Grumpybikewizard thanks
When you get your IBT do you still need your insurance to ride
Eh, yes. You always need insurance.
Thank fuck I passed pre '13!
Yeah but no restriction once you're over 24 even on learner permit. Post '13 all the way :)
Yeah, too right. That put me off for a while, riding around on a wee yoke for 2 years no matter what. Sure I'd only be getting on a full size bike now.
How old are you
omg i never thought i would find a irish biker 0-0
Hey not sure if you will see this but do you have to bring your own bike to the lessons?
Generally not no, depends on who you do them with.
@@Grumpybikewizard oh OK thanks 👍👍
If you have passed all the tests how old do you have to be to get a 296cc motorbike?
Edanski i think 18-20+ im 14 and looking to ride when im 16:)
joe mama ok thanks I'm also 14 ha
im 16 and want to start to get my license do u think I am to young ?
Éabha Young you can go for a motorbike drivers test at 16
why did you complete the ibt if your could already ride the bike on your car licence
You can't ride any 2-wheeled bike on a car license. You used to get AM which gives you ability to ride a tiny moped, but that's it.
Grumpy Bike Wizard oh right did you not have even a provisional bike licence im just renewing mine 2013 but iv had it since 2010 i dont need to do the ibt except if i want to do the full a licence
New IBT rules came in in 2013 yeah. I'm only on the bike since then.
oh right keep up the good videos. maybe you should make stupid drivers videos haha
nice one. thumbs up ;)
it costs me nearly a €1000 and i failed
only costs 80 to resit the test. Get the practice in and give it another go.
@@Grumpybikewizard thats whats ill do thanks
@@wheelie-gonzales What did you fail on?
its a big scam