Motorcycle licence in Lithuania: categories, ages, exams and rules
In short: Lithuania uses four motorcycle categories: AM from 15 (mopeds up to 45 km/h), A1 from 16 (up to 125 cm³ and 11 kW), A2 from 18 (up to 35 kW) and A from 24 — or from 20 with 2 years of A2 experience. The theory exam has 35 questions in 35 minutes (80% pass mark), practical exams run April–November. Helmets are mandatory for rider and passenger.
⚠️ AM category change from 2026-11-01: under amendments to the Road Safety Act, from 1 November the theory exam alone will no longer suffice for AM — a practical exam becomes mandatory (taken on a two-wheeled moped, with motorcycle-gear requirements), practical lessons at a school become compulsory, and the minimum age rises from 15 to 16. The old procedure applies until 31 October.
Categories and age limits
| Category | What it covers | Minimum age |
|---|---|---|
| AM | Mopeds and scooters up to 50 cm³, max 45 km/h; light quadricycles | 15 |
| A1 | Motorcycles up to 125 cm³ and 11 kW (power/weight up to 0.1 kW/kg); tricycles up to 15 kW | 16 |
| A2 | Motorcycles up to 35 kW (may not be restricted versions of >70 kW models) | 18 |
| A | All motorcycles without power limits; tricycles over 15 kW | 24, or 20 with 2 years of A2 experience |
A higher category always includes the lower ones: A grants A2, A1 and AM. The step system exists for a reason — statistically the most dangerous period is the first year on a powerful bike, which is why direct access to A starts only at 24.
Exams and costs
- Theory: 35 questions in 35 minutes — 30 general plus 5 motorcycle-specific, 80% pass mark (max 7 mistakes). Fee €10. The RoboKET question bank includes the A-group specific questions with explanations, so you can practise exactly for your category — in English as well as Lithuanian.
- Practical: €34.54 plus €40 for Regitra's motorcycle; exams run April–November (no winter sessions). It combines closed-course elements (figure-eight, slow ride, emergency braking) and city riding.
- AM requires no practical exam — theory alone is enough.
- For the A group, practical lessons at a driving school are mandatory; theory can be prepared independently.
Key rules for riders
- Helmets are mandatory for the rider and the passenger — fastened and certified.
- Passengers only on a proper seat with footrests; children under 12 may not ride pillion.
- Towing is prohibited — a motorcycle may not be towed by rope nor tow others; only a purpose-built trailer (towing rules).
- Daytime riding requires dipped headlights on.
- Tyres follow a season rule: summer tyres 1 March – 30 November, and riding is prohibited when the road is snowy or icy (tyre guide).
Speed limits and fines
Speed limits match cars: 50 km/h in built-up areas, 90 km/h on paved roads, 130/110 km/h on motorways by season (novice riders — 100 km/h). Speeding penalties follow the general fines table. Rider-specific fines include riding without a helmet (the rider also answers for an unhelmeted passenger) and carrying a child under 12.
How to prepare for the A-group theory exam
The five specific questions test rider situations: braking with both brakes, crossing rails and road seams, how a passenger changes handling, and visibility to other road users. A simple strategy works: master the 30 general topics first, then go through the motorcycle block separately. RoboKET's exam simulation generates exactly the 35-question, 35-minute format, so train in the same mode you will be examined in and book the exam once you consistently score 90%+.
Interesting facts about motorcycles 🎯
- The figure-eight is considered the hardest practical element — more candidates fail on the closed course than in traffic.
- Over 100,000 motorcycles are registered in Lithuania, with 125 cm³ A1 scooters growing fastest in cities.
- A motorcycle stops shorter than a car on dry roads but much longer on wet ones — exactly what the braking distance questions test.
- An A2 restricted bike may not derive from a model over 70 kW — check the factory power in the papers when buying used, or your insurer may refuse a claim.
- Off-season you can temporarily deregister the bike from traffic and skip insurance for the winter months; re-registration takes minutes online in spring.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main motorcycle licence categories in Lithuania?
Four: AM (mopeds up to 45 km/h) from age 15, A1 (up to 125 cm³ and 11 kW) from 16, A2 (up to 35 kW) from 18, and A (unrestricted) from 24 — or from 20 with two years of A2 experience. A higher category always includes the lower ones.
At what age can I get AM, A1, A2 or A licence in Lithuania?
AM from 15, A1 from 16, A2 from 18, A from 24 (or from 20 if you have held A2 for two years). This is the EU staged-access system designed to build experience gradually.
What does the AM category allow?
Mopeds and scooters up to 50 cm³ (electric — up to 4 kW) with a design speed of no more than 45 km/h, plus light quadricycles up to 350 kg. No practical exam is required for AM — passing the theory test is enough.
How do I get a motorcycle licence and what does it cost?
You need a medical certificate, first-aid course, the theory exam (35 questions/35 min, €10) and the practical exam (€34.54 plus €40 for Regitra's motorcycle), preceded by practical lessons at a school. Practical exams run April–November. Theory can be self-studied — RoboKET offers the full bank with motorcycle-specific questions in English.
Can a motorcycle be towed by rope?
No — towing a motorcycle with a flexible or rigid link is prohibited. A broken-down bike may only be transported on a purpose-built trailer or a tow truck.