This article is from the Australia Motorcycles FAQ, by Cameron Simpson cs@zip.com.au with numerous contributions by others.
Compiled by Matthew Carter <mjcarter@tartarus.uwa.edu.au> &
Chris Martin.
Learners Permit
Requirements Pass 30 Question multiple choice test
unless the holder of a car licence, in
which case it is a 10-question test.
Use Conditions You may only ride when accompanied by a
licenced rider with at least two years
experience - either following, or as a
pillion.
CC Limit 250cc.
Duration No Minimum duration. Valid for one year.
BAC ???
Pillions ???
Speed Restrict 72 Km/h maximum.
Plates ???
Points ???
Restricted
Provisional
Requirements For those who have not held a car/other
vehicle licence for more than 2 years, A
simple riding test needs to be completed.
Use Conditions No need for experienced rider accompanyment???
CC Limit 250cc.
Duration No Minimum duration. Valid for one year.
BAC ???
Pillions ???
Speed Restrict 72 Km/h maximum.
Plates ???
Points ???
Provisional Licence
(L class)
Requirements If you have held a
licence of some form for
over 2 years, a simple
driving test will gain
you a class 'L' licence.
Use Conditions Nil???
CC Limit 250cc.
Duration 1 year minimum duration.
BAC 0.05
Pillions Ok.
Speed Restrict No Additional.
Plates ???
Points 12
Open Licence (K class)
Requirements Riding test for large
capacity bikes.
Must have held a
Provisional licence for
at least 1 year.
Use Conditions Nil.
CC Limit 250cc.
Duration 1 year minimum duration.
BAC 0.05
Pillions Ok.
Speed Restrict No Additional.
Plates ???
Points 12
 
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