This article is from the Australia Motorcycles FAQ, by Cameron Simpson cs@zip.com.au with numerous contributions by others.
Compiled by Cameron Miller
<cameron@spri.levels.unisa.edu.au>.
Learners Permit
Requirements Pass written test on road rules (only if you don't already
have a car licence.)
Pass 2x4 hour training sessions on Motorcycle riding (rider
safety course.)
Use Conditions Nil. May ride completely unaccompanied, at any time of day.
CC Limit 250 cc.
Duration 4 - 6 months.
BAC 0.0
Pillions No, unless they hold an unrestricted licence.
Speed Restrict ???
Plates L plate attached to rear of bike.
Points 4?
Restricted Licence
Requirements Have to pass a 4 hour rider safe course/test.
Use Conditions No conditions imposed.
CC Limit 250 cc.
Duration 1 Year.
BAC 0.0 if on P plates, 0.05 otherwise.
Pillions Ok.
Speed Restrict No Additional.
Plates P Plates required if you do not already have a full car licence.
Points 4 for P plated, 12 otherwise.
Open Licence
Requirements Must hold a restricted licence for the period of one year.
Use Conditions Nil.
CC Limit Nil.
Duration N/A.
BAC 0.05
Pillions Ok.
Speed Restrict No additional.
Plates Nil.
Points 12
 
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