What permission for a 300 cc scooter? Everything you need to know

Last updated on February 8, 2025 by Maxime de Prinel

You want to drive a 300 cc scooterbut you don’t know Which permit is necessary ? In France, the movement of a scooter determines the category of license required. Discover Which permit is mandatory for a 300 cc scooteras well as possible alternatives.

Which permit is necessary to drive a 300 cc scooter?

A scooter of 300 cm³ belongs to the category of Motorcycles over 125 cc. To guide him, you must have it one of the following permits :

• AT2 : Accessible from 18 ANSIt allows you to drive a motorcycle or scooter with a maximum power of 35 kW (47.5 ch).
• Stay to : As a motorcycle permit without restriction of power It allows you to drive a 300 cc scooter and all large movements.

💡 Note : THE Let a1 (125 cm³) It is not enough to drive a 300 cc scooter.

1. Pass the A2 license

• Conditions : Have 18 ans minimum
• Test : Motorcycle code (ETM) + practical examination
• Training : 20 mandatory hours in motion
• Authorized vehicles : Motorcycles and scooters up to 35 kW (47.5 ch)

2. Evolve towards permit a

• Conditions : Keep the A2 allowed for 2 years
• Compulsory training : 7 hours in motion (Gateway A2 for A)
• Authorized vehicles : All motorcycles and scooters, without limitation of power

Alternatives to drive a 300 cc scooter without motorcycle license

If you do not have a permit a2 or a, you can opt for a Three -wheeled scooters (example : Piaggio mp3 300 hpe).

• With license B (car) + Training 7 -hourYou can drive a Three -wheeled scooters approved by L5E More than 125 cc.
• This solution allows motorists to access efficient scooters without passing the motorcycle license.

Conclusion: what permission for a 300 cc scooter?

To drive a scooter 300 cm³You must have the AT A2 OU A. If you don’t want to pass the motorcycle license, the alternative is a Three -wheeled scooters Accessible with license B and specific training. Before choosing your scooter, be sure to respect the Regulations in force To avoid any crime.