Everything you need to know about the motorcycle licence in Quebec

Prerequisites for registering for motorcycle training

Minimum age and required documents

The minimum age to apply for a motorcycle licence in Quebec is 16 years old. However, any applicant under 18 must have consent from a parent or legal guardian.

Health conditions and physical abilities

As with the class 5 driver's licence (automobile), there are a few health requirements, especially related to vision.

The process for getting a motorcycle licence in Quebec in detail

Knowledge test: content and tips to pass

In Quebec, the theoretical exam is based on the Driver's Handbook and the publication “Operating a motorcycle.” Both documents are available in digital format on the SAAQ website.

To pass, study these documents carefully. You must score at least 75% on the Road Safety Code section and at least 85% on the motorcycle riding section.

Practical training: length, structure, and what you will learn

Practical training consists of four closed-course sessions, for a total of 16 hours. These sessions cover basic manoeuvres and safe riding.

Road test: what to expect and evaluation criteria

After logging 11 months of riding with your learner's permit, it is time to take the SAAQ on-road test.

As with the automobile licence test, the exam takes place on public roads. The main evaluation criteria are:

• The ability to control the vehicle
• The ability to anticipate and manoeuvre around hazards
• Compliance with the Road Safety Code

The different phases to obtain your bike licence in Quebec

The learner's permit (class 6A): restrictions and tips to make the most of it

To get the most out of the learner's permit, ride as much as possible while respecting its restrictions:

• Limit of 4 demerit points
• Zero tolerance for alcohol
• No riding between midnight and five in the morning
• No passenger allowed

The transition to the probationary licence: how and when

After passing the final road test, you will receive a class 6 probationary licence.

Getting the full licence (class 6): final steps

Once you have the probationary licence, only the probation period remains. As with the learner's permit, alcohol is prohibited and accumulating 4 or more demerit points can lead to a suspension.

After 24 months without a major infraction, the change to a regular licence happens automatically.

How much does a motorcycle licence cost in Quebec

Prices for motorcycle courses range between $800 and $1,200, depending on the school and the program.

Once you have received your licence, prices for motorcycle permits are as follows:

• Probationary permit: $106.10
• Class 6A, 6B, 6C or 6E driving permit: $62.35
• Classe 5 including a class 6 (A, B, C or E): $85.83 per year

Timelines to expect for getting your motorcycle licence in Quebec

How long does it take to get a motorcycle licence ?

Considering an 11-month learning period and a 24-month probationary period, as well as the various exams, expect roughly two and a half years before obtaining your regular motorcycle licence.

Motos Illimitées: the clear choice for your first motorcycle

Once you have your licence, stop by Motos Illimitées, your motorcycle destination in Terrebonne, on the North Shore, near Montreal.

Advice from our experts will help you navigate our large inventory and find the motorcycle brand and the type of motorcycle that suit you best.

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Source :

• Obtenir le permis moto | SAAQ
• Coûts d’obtention | SAAQ
• Coût du renouvellement de l’immatriculation — Motos | SAAQ