Traffic Penalties, Licence Categories and Administrative Procedures
Licence categories
This domain tests the administrative rules around riding legally. A motorcycle licence is category A; a restricted A1 category covers smaller-capacity motorcycles where issued. Do not ride a machine outside your category. You must meet the minimum age and testing requirements for the class. Carry your licence while riding and produce it when lawfully asked.
Penalties and enforcement
Traffic penalties can include fines in riel, licence suspension or withdrawal, and vehicle-related measures. Common motorcycle offences include no helmet, no licence, no insurance, expired registration, red-light running, illegal overtaking, speeding, alcohol impairment and riding against traffic. The penalty depends on the specific offence, not on a single flat rate. Always obtain the official record of any fine paid.
Administrative procedures
Licence renewal, replacement of a lost licence, registration transfer and insurance renewal are administrative acts. Keep copies of receipts and certificates. Do not rely on an expired document or an informal arrangement. If you change machine capacity, check that your licence category still covers it.
Worked example
You hold an A1 licence and ride a 150 cc motorcycle. Reasoning: A1 is restricted to smaller-capacity machines; 150 cc falls outside it. Riding it is riding without the correct category, even if you are otherwise licensed. The fix is to obtain category A before riding that machine.
Traps that cost marks
Assuming A1 covers all motorcycles; thinking a fine receipt is optional; confusing registration with insurance; and ignoring licence expiry. The exam favours the strict category and document check.
Exam focus
Expect questions on A and A1 scope, minimum age, document checks, common fines, licence suspension, renewal and transfer procedures.