We are not law profesionals and we do not give legal advice. The questions and answers on this page are correct to the best of our knowledge.
Q1 - Can I take my CBT and full test on a sidecar outfit?
A1 - Only if you are registered disabled. The test differs from the standard test taken on a solo motorcycle in a number of ways. We strongly advise you to contact the Driving Standards Agency to clarify the current rules for this test
Q2 - Is a motorcycle and sidecar the same as a trike?
A2 - No, trikes are a specific vehicle category having symmetrically placed wheels. They have different licence and taxation requirements to motorcycles.
Q3 - Can I ride a sidecar outfit on my car license?
A3 - No, you cannot. All car drivers, regardless of when they took their car test, must pass a CBT before riding an outfit on the road. Remember as far as the DSA is concerned a motorcycle and sidecar is a motorcycle with an attachment not a car or a trike.
A4 - Can I ride a sidecar outfit of any size on the road with just a CBT?
Q4 - Many years ago you could, but the law has changed so now you will require the same licence as you would for a solo bike of the same size.
A2 - No, trikes are a specific vehicle category having symmetrically placed wheels. They have different licence and taxation requirements to motorcycles.
Q3 - Can I ride a sidecar outfit on my car license?
A3 - No, you cannot. All car drivers, regardless of when they took their car test, must pass a CBT before riding an outfit on the road. Remember as far as the DSA is concerned a motorcycle and sidecar is a motorcycle with an attachment not a car or a trike.
A4 - Can I ride a sidecar outfit of any size on the road with just a CBT?
Q4 - Many years ago you could, but the law has changed so now you will require the same licence as you would for a solo bike of the same size.
Q5 - I have passed my test with a category 'A' License (restricted), what outfit can I ride?
A5 - You can ride a bike with or without a sidecar as long as it conforms to the licence you hold. It is very complicated so please CLICK HERE to see the government site.
Q6 - Can I fit a sidecar to right side of the motorcycle and ride it legally in the UK?
A6 - If the motorcycle was first registered in the UK before 01/08/1981 you can legally ride it in the UK with a right hand sidecar fitted. After that, it is illegal. Link to the actual law for clarity - CLICK HERE. Note this law clearly states date of registration NOT date of build. This is a UK law so date of registration refers to date of registration in the UK. MORE DETAILS HERE
A5 - You can ride a bike with or without a sidecar as long as it conforms to the licence you hold. It is very complicated so please CLICK HERE to see the government site.
Q6 - Can I fit a sidecar to right side of the motorcycle and ride it legally in the UK?
A6 - If the motorcycle was first registered in the UK before 01/08/1981 you can legally ride it in the UK with a right hand sidecar fitted. After that, it is illegal. Link to the actual law for clarity - CLICK HERE. Note this law clearly states date of registration NOT date of build. This is a UK law so date of registration refers to date of registration in the UK. MORE DETAILS HERE
Q7 - Do I need to wear a helmet when riding a sidecar outfit?
A7 - Yes, you do, it is registered as a motorcycle. Passengers in the sidecar are not required to wear a helmet, but if the passenger is on the pillion seat of the motorcycle they must wear a helmet.
Q8 - Do I have to get a new MOT and tell my insurance company?
A8 - Legally the existing solo MOT is still valid but for peace of mind If your motorcycle is old enough to need an MOT we advise getting s fresh MOT soon after the sidecar is fitted. You should also contact your insurance company and tell them you have fitted a sidecar.
Q9 - Can I tow a trailer with a sidecar
A9 - Yes, but the maximum width is extremely unclear. it is either 1 meter or 1.5 meters. We have tried to get a definitive answers from various government bodies and no one will commit. . More details, CLICK HERE
A7 - Yes, you do, it is registered as a motorcycle. Passengers in the sidecar are not required to wear a helmet, but if the passenger is on the pillion seat of the motorcycle they must wear a helmet.
Q8 - Do I have to get a new MOT and tell my insurance company?
A8 - Legally the existing solo MOT is still valid but for peace of mind If your motorcycle is old enough to need an MOT we advise getting s fresh MOT soon after the sidecar is fitted. You should also contact your insurance company and tell them you have fitted a sidecar.
Q9 - Can I tow a trailer with a sidecar
A9 - Yes, but the maximum width is extremely unclear. it is either 1 meter or 1.5 meters. We have tried to get a definitive answers from various government bodies and no one will commit. . More details, CLICK HERE
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