Petition · Department for Transport
Allow Any Motorcycle to Be Safely Restricted to 35kW for A2 Riders
Open for signatures
17 signatures
What the petition asks
We want the Government to allow motorcycles of any original power to be safely restricted to 35 kW for A2 riders, removing the “double power” rule. All restrictions should be verifiable and meet safety standards, giving riders more choice, freedom, and safer progression.
Current A2 rules limit riders to fewer motorcycles – those up to 35kW or, with a fitted restrictor, up to 70kW – reducing choice and sometimes forcing illegal riding, which increases risk. Modern restriction systems can safely limit any bike to 35 kW, giving riders access to more motorcycles and safer technology like ABS and traction control. Updating the law will expand legal options and could help encourage responsible riding, support skill progression, and protect all road users.
Timeline
| 24 Apr 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
17
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
24 Apr 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.