Different Uses Of A Motorcycle Licence

In Australia a driver motorcycle licence is required for permitting a person to drive a motor cycle on road. The state and territory government are solely responsible for issuing and regulating these license all over the country. A driver’s license issued in one state or territory is recognized and valid in other states or territories.

The minimum driving age for drivers varies between states and territories. It ranges from 15 years and 9 months to 18 years. A person needs to clear a motorcycle learners test before being given a permanent license. After obtaining a license a driver is subject to restrictions during the probation period of 2 to 4 years (it varies from state to state). License granting procedure also varies from state. A driver can apply for full license only after holding a provisional license for three years.

Since Australia does not have a national identity card, this driver’s license is commonly used as a means of photo identification. Different photo cards are also available for non-drivers. Besides identification, these licenses are also used as age proofs to gain entry into age restriction premises like bars.

These licenses are hologram that contains a photograph, signature, holder’s address, and date of birth. Driver’s licence can also be established for electronic online identification that can be used for online applications like SIM cards activations and opening of bank accounts.

Temporary visa visitors from countries (other than Australia and New Zealand) are permitted to drive with their overseas license with few conditions. These conditions vary from state to state. International driving permit or a certified translation (if the permit is not in English) and the original licence should be carried.

Interstate visitors are permitted to travel on their current licence. The difference in state rules has generated much confusion among visiting drivers, thus increasing the demand for uniform federal road rules.

Three Steps To Get A Motorcycle Licence

Motorcycles/ motorbikes are a convenient mode for moving around traffic congested cities. Riding a motorbike requires good coordination between hands and ability to balance oneself. Another important requirement for riding a motorbike in and around city is a motorcycle licence. It would help to keep the cops away from you.

A motorbike licence is provided through Graduated Licence Scheme which involves three stages of test.

1. Pre-learner rider course: It is a course which is conducted for 2 days, each session lasting for three and half hours. Helmets, gloves and motorbikes are provided at the center. You should wear a proper gear while attending the course. At the end of the course, the trainer will declare if you have passed or failed the course.

2. After clearing the course test, you need to clear the ‘rider knowledge test’, and an eye test. After you cleared both these tests, you have to pay fees for license. The service center provides a Learning License which would be valid only for three months.

3. The next stage of the license is clearing a pre-provisional training course and a Motor cycle operation skill test. After clearing these tests, you will get a competence certificate. If this certificate is submitted at the service centre, you will be given a F1 license. You will need at least twelve months experience before you are given a F2 license.