| A | A80 | A2 | A1 | B196 | AM | |
| Minimum age to begin training without prior possession of a motorcycle license class | 23,5 | 20,5 | 17,5 | 15,5 | 25 | 14,5 |
| Minimum age to begin training with a motorcycle license held for at least 2 years | 19,5 | 17,5 | ||||
| Engine displacement, power | No restriction | Up to 24 years of age: maximum 35 kW (48 hp) and a power-to-weight ratio not exceeding 0.2 kW/kg, not derived from a motorcycle with an original engine power exceeding 70 kW. From 24 years of age: no restriction and no additional exam required | Maximum power 35 kW (48 hp) and power-to-weight ratio up to 0.2 kW/kg, provided the motorcycle is not derived from a model with an engine power exceeding 70 kW | Maximum engine capacity 125 cc, maximum power 11 kW, and a power-to-weight ratio up to 0.1 kW/kg | Maximum engine capacity 125 cc, maximum power 11 kW, and a power-to-weight ratio up to 0.1 kW/kg | Maximum 45 km/h and maximum 4 kW net power or maximum 50 cc |
| Number of training lessons | Depending on learning progress | Depending on learning progress | Depending on learning progress | Depending on learning progress | 4x90 Min | Depending on learning progress |
| Number of special lessons (motorway, country road, twilight). Not necessary when converting a foreign driver’s license. | 6x90 Min | 6x90 Min | 6x90 Min | 6x90 Min | 1x90 Min | ❌ |
| Exam required | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Driving in Germany and abroad is possible | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Driving allowed onlay in Germany | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Included in class B | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Rider equipment required during training | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |