Getting a motorcycle license in the Netherlands
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Do you want to get your motorcycle license and pass quickly? Driving school De Ridder is a reliable BOVAG driving school with one of the highest success rates in the region. For over 45 years a household name in The Hague when it comes to getting your motorcycle license.
At Driving school De Ridder you will receive motorcycle driving lessons in blocks of 90 minutes from an experienced KNMV certified motorcycle instructor.
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How do you get a motorcycle license?
The motorcycle license consists of 2 practical parts: first part AVB (vehicle control) and then AVD (traffic participation).
You will also have to take a theory exam. The theory certificate is required before you can take an AVD exam, you can do the AVB part without theory provided you have a car driving license.
Your theory is valid for 1.5 years and your AVB exam 1 year before the expiry of both you will have to have successfully completed the AVD exam.
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Personal guidance on the motorcycle
Have you always dreamed of the freedom of a motorcycle? With us, you can make that dream come true! Whether you are just starting with your A1 driving license (125CC) at the age of 18, or want to progress to a heavier motorcycle with the A2 or A driving license, we offer tailor-made lessons. Follow the graduated system and easily achieve your next step without having to do theory again. Start with a trial lesson, experience the adrenaline and discover how quickly you can get your motorcycle license. Register today and take the first step towards your ultimate motorcycle adventure!
In addition to personal guidance and flexible lesson packages, we ensure that you take to the road with confidence and safety. Whether you want to get your A1, A2 or A driving license, our experienced instructors will guide you step by step, so that you can learn at your own pace. With our modern motorcycles and structured approach, you are always well prepared for your exams. Are you ready for the first kilometers on the motorcycle? Book a trial lesson now and feel the freedom of motorcycling yourself!
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Why verkeersschool de ridder?
- Safety first at our driving school in The Hague
- 50 years of expertise
- High pass rate
- Highly experienced instructor with a VOG
- Trailers insured according to standards
- Driving lessons in The Hague
- Reliable scheduling system
- Progress available to view at all times
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Action packages
Total package 1
Complete package and payment is possible in 3 installments.
€ 1602,00
€ 1578,00
- 10 driving lessons of 90 minutes
- AVB exam CBR incl. Pre-driving 90 minutes
- AVD CBR exam incl. preliminary driving 90 minutes
Installment amount € 526,00
Total package 2
Complete package and payment is possible in 4 installments.
€ 2049,50
€ 2005,50
- 15 driving lessons of 90 minutes
- AVB exam CBR incl. Pre-driving 90 minutes
- AVD CBR exam incl. preliminary driving 90 minutes
Installment amount €501,38
Total package 3 Recommended
The most chosen package and payment possible in 5 installments.
€ 2497,00
€ 2423,00
- 20 driving lessons of 90 minutes
- AVB exam CBR incl. Pre-driving 90 minutes
- AVD CBR exam incl. preliminary driving 90 minutes
Installment amount € 484,60
Total package 4
Our most complete package payable in 6 installments.
€ 2944,50
€ 2840,50
- 25 driving lessons of 90 minutes
- AVB exam CBR incl. Pre-driving 90 minutes
- AVD CBR exam incl. preliminary driving 90 minutes
Installment amount € 473,33
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Individual lesson prices
- Individual lesson € 89,50
90 minutes AVB - AVD Max. 2 Person
- Private intake lesson € 97,50
Private intake lesson
- Private lessons € 106,50
90 minutes
- AVB exam € 322,50
AVB exam separately incl. driving ahead
- AVD exam € 384,50
AVD exam separately incl. driving ahead
Driving lesson package 1
Offer
4 lessons of 90 minutes (9 hours)
€ 358,00
€ 348,50
Driving lesson package 2
Offer
6 lessons of 90 minutes (15 hours)
€ 537,00
€ 522,00
Driving lesson package 3
Offer
8 lessons of 90 minutes (21 hours)
Payment in 2 installments of € 346.75
€ 716,00
€ 693,50
Some rules and conditions
If you choose to end your driving training at Verkeersschool De Ridder due to a move or other reasons, you are eligible for a refund of unused tuition and exam costs, two years after the start of your lesson package. See BOVAG conditions. The amount to be refunded does not include any lessons or exams already scheduled. An administration fee of €45.00 will be charged.
If you still have driving lessons credit from your package after you have passed your driving test, you will simply get the amount of the driving lessons back. An administration fee of €29.00 will be charged.
- Installment amount is invoiced periodically (depending on the number of lessons and the costs of the package).
- You must agree to the General Terms and Conditions via the Driving License app.
- Submit your health declaration to the CBR (via the CBR website, log in with DigiD).
- Authorize the traffic school via the CBR for the category B interim test and B practical exam.
- All invoices must be paid before the practical exam is taken
- AccordingGeneral Terms and Conditions via the Driving License app
- Complete a health declaration on the CBR website, log in with DigiD
- Authorize traffic school through the CBR for the category B interim test and B practical exam
- All invoices must be paid before taking the practical exam
For all exams and interim tests, a €29 administration fee applies for changing an already planned date and/or time.
A1 (125CC 11KW)
When you are 18 years old, you can get your driving license for a light motorcycle (A1). From the age of 17, you can already take a theory exam for that. At the age of seventeen, you can also take driving lessons if you have passed your motorcycle theory exam or have your car driving license. From the age of 18, you can take the practical exams for vehicle control (AVB) and traffic participation (AVD) for the A1 driving license.
A2 (up to 35KW)
When you are 20, you can get the driving license for the medium-heavy motorcycle (A2). If you have already had an A1 driving license for 2 years, you only need to do the AVD exam and you can start at 19 years.
STEPPED SYSTEM
If you have held your A1 driving licence for at least 2 years, you may switch to the medium-heavy motorcycle (A2). For this, you only need to take a practical road use test (AVD).
If you have held your A2 driving licence for at least 2 years, you may switch to the heavy motorcycle (A). For this, too, you only need to take a practical road use test (AVD).
If you obtain your driving licence for the heavy category (A) via the graduated system, you will not receive code 80 on your driving licence.
A (full power)
When you are 21, you can get the driving license for the heavy motorcycle (A) you will then get code 80* on your driving license.
* code 80 If you get the driving license for the heavy category (A) directly at the age of 21, you will get code 80 on your driving license. This means that you take the exam in the heavy category (A) but when you get your driving license you are only allowed to drive an A2 motorcycle for a period.
The code 80 expires two years after you get your A driving license or if you turn 24 before that time. If you have had the A2 driving license for 2 years before you get your A driving license, you will take a graduated exam in which you only have to retake the AVD exam.
The following applies to all categories: theory is required for the AVD exam you do not miss a lower category motorcycle license.
More information
As a driving school, we stand for transparency in the driving training, for that we work with the driving lesson planner so that you, but also your parent or guardian, can see everything that has to do with your driving training. This way, there is a tailor-made driving training for everyone.
The motorcycle license consists of 3 parts.
- the theory part
- AVB, vehicle control
- AVD, road control
Before you can take the AVD, you must have passed your theory certificate and your AVB exam.
If you have a driving license, you can start because you are expected to know the traffic rules.
If you do not have a B driving license, you will first have to obtain a theory certificate.
A1 (125CC 11KW)
When you are 18 years old, you can get your driving license for a light motorcycle (A1). From the age of 17, you can already take a theory exam for this. At the age of seventeen, you can also take driving lessons if you have passed your motorcycle theory exam or have your car driving license. From the age of 18, you can take the practical exams for vehicle control (AVB) and road use (AVD) for the A1 driving license.
A2 (up to 35KW)
When you are 20, you can get your driving license for a medium-sized motorcycle (A2). If you have already had an A1 driving license for 2 years, you only need to take the AVD exam and you can start at the age of 19.
A (full power)
When you are 21, you can get your driving license for a heavy motorcycle (A), you will then receive code 80* on your driving license.
No, we only ride 2-wheeled motorcycles.
If you obtain your driving licence for the heavy category (A) directly at the age of 21, you will be given code 80 on your driving licence. This means that you will take the exam in the heavy category (A), but when you obtain your driving licence you will only be allowed to drive an A2 motorbike for a period of time.
The code 80 expires two years after obtaining your A driving licence or if you turn 24 before that time. If you have had your A2 driving licence for 2 years before obtaining your A driving licence, you will take a graduated exam in which you only have to retake the AVD exam.
