Motorcycle & progression

B196 – motorcycle riding without a test

Ride a 125cc without an additional test: with key number 196 you extend your car licence – driving lessons can begin before the theory starts.

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26. September 2026

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599 €

Complete price for the training.

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4 × 90 min.

Theory units at the driving school.

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5 × 90 min.

Practical riding on the motorcycle.

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No exam

Neither theoretical nor practical exam required.

Requirements & process

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Requirements

  • Class B for at least 5 years (uninterrupted)
  • Minimum age: 25 years
  • Training: min. 9 lesson units of 90 min. (4 theory + 5 practical)
  • Max. 1 year between training and registration

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Application & fee

Registration requires presenting:

  • Proof of identity
  • Certificate of successful participation (Annex 7b FeV)
  • Biometric photo

Fee at the authority: 37,30 €

What are you allowed to ride?

With B196, in addition to class B vehicles you may also ride class A1 motorcycles (125 cm³, max. 11 kW, power/weight ≤ 0.1 kW/kg) – only within Germany. The full A1 training is waived; an upgrade to A2 is not possible.

Ready for two wheels?

Come by, call us or register directly online – we look forward to seeing you.