Securing Motorcycle B Full Super Bikes License
Guides to Secure a Motorcycle B Full (Super Bikes) 501 cc+ License
i) attend the 5 hours K.P.P (Kursus Pendidikan Pemandu) course to secure the Sijil JPJL2A.
ii) the above certificate will then enable you to sit the Highway Code.
iii) after passing the Highway Code, you then attend the 6 hour Theory course to get the Sijil JPJL2B.
You will then be able to get your “L” License out. You are given approximately 1 month to learn how to handle the B Full superbikes.
Normally, most people enroll either with driving schools or Institutes. This is necessary as only driving Institutes have the big monster bikes to teach you.
To test these licenses, the Institutes have the necessary personnel (Instructors) to provide the instructions. Furthermore, to test, you have to manipulate these machines in special test routes provided.
In short, B Full tests are conducted in two parts.
Part I (obstacles) include doing 1 1/2 rounds of Roundabout. Crossing a narrow cement bridge approximately 7 – 8 meter long (in at least 7 seconds), zig zagging among cones and emergency brake maneuvers.
In superbikes, one should remember it has clutch control ability to be dealt with also.
Part II is actually predominantly hand-signals involving left / right turning maneuvers, stopping, slowing down signals and finally stopping and resting the bike as in parking on “one-stand stance”.
Part II begins with the rider electronically starting the machine (you do not kick start), then checking:
a) front / tail lights with your palms.
b) checking the front / rear indicators.
c) brake lights.
d) left / right handle bar mirrors.
e) the horn.
before then moving off. How to tie your helmet Correctly has already been mentioned elsewhere.
It must be reminded that in this section you have to pass / ride through an obstacle of about 3 – 4 meter of uneven terrain to test your bike’s control.
Slowing down hand signals, turning left and right maneuvers will all be taught to you by the instructor on standby duty at the Institutes.
In the 3 – 4 times (approximately 2 hours per lesson) you will learn to be rather competent rider before you are ready for the test.
Regarding B Full test, it should be remembered controlling these machine maybe slightly heavy. What one should keep in mind is, unlike B2 (-250 cc) bikes where candidates are advised to keep on to the left side of the track, in B Full cases, you are advised to maintain the centre of the track or route.
Experience indicate, in big bikes, especially when one is making say a left turn maneuver, ideally the rider should maintain the bike more towards the right side so as to prevent the handle bars “locking up”.
Locking up is when the handle struts , when turned fully tends to jam against the petrol tank causing one to fall, thus losing control and eventually falling and thus failing.
The same applies to a right hand L turn. The opposite then is applied. In turning right, take the bike more towards the left thereby preventing the machine handle bar struts jamming against the petrol tank which then instinctively will bring your Right foot towards the ground to prevent it (the bike) from toppling over.
Only experience and sufficient training will bring results which will guide you towards securing a pass.
Theory is not a supplement to Practical lessons. I realise no matter how best I might try to put forward my advise to you, the fact remains, Success is in your own hands. So do your part.
Visit your motorcycle training circuit regularly.
To be frank with you, securing a B Full (Super Bike) License is hard work. But the results achieved is well worth the effort! Not many posses the License.
thank you for sharing the information and your experience. really appreciate it.
Thanks for sharing. For the B test, will the rider be required to put the bike on the center stand?
Nik
Dear Nik,
As a super bike weights more than 1000 lbs, practical test for B class only requires the student yo use “side” stand. This is called the “one stand” stance.
‘Cikgu Yap
How many 1000lb. superbikes are there ? There is a technique for using the centre stand. My last one weighed less than 500lbs with full liquids.
A B Full permits one to ride a bike that’s 501 cc and above. It’s quite difficult to put a 100 over pound on a two stand stance. A one stand stance is suggested.
thanks….you really helped me alot!
but izzit heavy? how heavy you think? izzit hard to support?
Dear Kristen,
Glad the article assisted you.
B Full is over 1200 lbs. If B Full motor topples, you are advised not to prevent it from falling down. Leave the bike and just let it fall. Jump clear away! You might break your knee if you attempt to prevent the bike from falling.
Do i need to take the computer test if i already have a D / car license?????
No computer needed. D exempts you from further tests.
thanks for the information……
by the way…..
where are you currently working cikgu yap??…..
i was thinking of taking it in your driving institute…..
Glad that you find the information of use to you. My driving institute is in Klang, Selangor.
there is 1 more thing i want to ask……
can i directly do a B-Full license without taking the B2????
Yes, you can apply directly for a B Full license. Let the institute authorities know you want the above license when doing the 6 hours theory course.
Thanks Sifu Yap for the guide. A really helpful one indeed.
BTW, I hope you can help me on below.
I already have competent D and B2 license since 2007. I took the the test for P license way back in early 2005, meaning that I had an L license before that. But I suppose my L license have already expired since then. The thing is, how do I go about upgrading my B2 license to B full now? Thanks in advance for your help.
MF
Glad you found the article useful. Your old P cannot be used. I asked a friend who holds a B Full license to test B candidates at institute level and he says you need not undergo 6 hours theory course.
Try get a B Full license out. Supply 1 photostat of D and B2 license, 1 copy photo and Mykad.
Really appreciate your reply Sifu Yap.
BTW, if you don’t mind me asking again, do you by any chance know what would be printed on the international license for B2 category? I heard that although you are holding a B2 license, on the international license, it will only print B (‘free’ B full upgrade for one year). Please correct me if this is not true.
Thanks.
You have provided me with interesting facts which I myself was not aware of. Anyway, I shall confirm what you say with my Asst. Manager of my institute shortly.
Dear Mr. Cikgu Yap
you are so helpful in providing above tips. Iam an Indian currently having DUBAI, UAE driving license (no3, eligible for cars). I have been promoted within company & getting transferred to Kuala lumpur. I will be there by Sept 15, 2010. Please help me to know below details
1. can i drive with IDP issued in UAE, if so how long
2. How to get a bike license (I dont have plans for big bikes, just a bike)
3. Can i convert my car license or what is procedure in obtaining car license
4. How long it will take to get license
Please help me to know these details, please kindly mail me on “sastry@etastarhospitality.com”
thanks
SASTRY
Welcome to Malaysia. IDL issued by UAE should be usable in Malaysia. Yes, you can of course get a small bike license here. As for conversion of your license into Malaysian domestic, you’ll have to see the Road Transport officials at Putrajaya.
Hi, I just want to ask about getting the B full license…
I’ve already gotten a car license, and finished my P period and all and am thinking of getting the B full license as well
Due to circumstances, I could only do the first part of getting the license, which was sitting for the theory course in KL and getting my L license. That was back in May.
I’ve recently renewed my L license and moved to Perak.
I’ve called up a driving school instructor to ask if I could just go for the practical sessions now (practice riding through the course) then going for the exam, but he says that I have to go through the theory course again. Is that true?
Get institute where you did your 6 hour theory course to certify your attendance. Then get it certified by the state JPJ you’re in. With the above 2, you should then have no problem testing in Perak.
hi ^^ i was just wondering..is age 16 able to get full B “L”
At 16, you can get B Full license.
Dear Cikgu Yap,
Thanks for the informative article above. I have some questions about obtaining a Class B license:
I obtained a Class D and B2 license about 12 years ago, and now I would like to take a Class B license. Do I need to sit for the 6 hrs theory class and do I need to get the Undang-undang test? All my license are up-to-date as I am driving/riding.
For the practical class, how long would normally a course will take? Like how many days?
Thank you.
With your B2 license, in my opinion, you are therefore exempted from attending the 6 hours theory course for B Full. No undang-undang test require. Depending on the institute, usually 3 – 4 practical lesson of 2 hours each will suffice, followed by the QTI test.
Dear Cikgu Yap,
Thanks for the article! I found it useful for a newbie like me, but i do have some doubts and would like to have some advise from you.
1. I’m 20 years old, I had obtained a Class D license already, and had already passed the 2 years P period, but i do not have a B2 license. Is my age eligible for obtaining B full license? Do i have to go through the highway codes course again (undang-undang)? Am i able to straight away get a B full license without a B2 license?
2. I’m staying at Gombak, Selangor area, do you know any nearest driving institute that offer obtaining B full license?
Hope to hear from your reply soon!
Many thanks!
At 20, you can apply for B Full license. Class D license exempts you from Highway Code exam. However, you have to attend the Theory Course for B Full to get the JPJ L2B certificate to secure your L License.
Hi Cikgu Yap,
I am wondering of a person that is illegible to get B full license. What are the requirements? Do the height & weight are taken into concern? I am enthusiastic of owning a sport-bike maybe someday.
Everything has been explained in the article above.
Is there a restriction (law) for allowing a certain person only in concern of physical requirements (height & weight) to get a B full license? What are the requirements?
Hope to hear positive reply from you soon!
B Full bikes area big bikes weighing well over 1200 lbs. There is no restriction to prevent anyone riding such a bike. If one feels he has the physique, the height and ability to handle, by all means, go ahead and use it.
Hi Cikgu,
I am planning to get my B2 license upgrade to B full but can I own the bike first before upgrading?
I have found a BMW FS650 but not sure whether should I buy the bike first then only go for license.
There is nothing to stop you getting the B Full bike prior to your getting a B Full license. If as you say you’ve found a good buy, by all means secure it. And then slowly work towards securing your B Full license then.
Hi Cikgu,
I have a full license for car for almost 2 years now, recently i wanted to take up bike instead, looking towards the B2, i was told i’m supposed to sit for the kursus to get back my ‘L’ then only can take my bike license, which would cost approx RM 500!- jus for a bike licenceMy prev “L” Licence (few yrs ago) was for car & bike, which of course have expired, is there any way for me to straight take the license since i have ardy sat for the course previously??
Kindly advise.
Angel
Sorry, no other way except for your to attend 6 hours theory for bikes. Correct, you’ll need RM300 – RM500 to get a B2 license.
I failed my Full B test twice, said I was driving at the right side of track!
1st time, I really don’t know about this (my instructor said this should be understood)
2nd time, I already tried my best to keep at the left hand side, but after turning the bike might be tend to the center, but I was still told I am driving at the right hand side… Failed again!
Is that true?
Riding on the right side will cause you to fail. Riding on the extreme left side will also cause you to fail. You should ideally ride motorbike in the centre of the track. Move only more to the right only when you’re making a sharp turn. Your instructor should know how to advise you properly.
Most importantly, you should be able to handle the superbike confidently. To do this, you’ll have to take enough lessons to handle the bike well.
Dear Mr. Cikgu Yap
basically currently im holding the “D” driving license (p) witch i transferred from my international car license to Malaysian license. by the way i’m wishing to get the B full license witch would allow me to ride the super-bikes , but i’m very confuse that what are the steps should i follow?! and should i apply for Highway Code or no?! becuse i’m not familiar with the rules and regulation in here.
appreciate.
As you already have a full license, Highway Code is therefore not necessary. To get a full B License, you must attend the 6 hours theory class. Then take out your L for B Full.
very informative. i just want to know, what are the necessary requirements to get a B full licence? i am currently holding a D licence only. Can i just apply for B full straight away, or is there anything that i should have before that? thank you for your time!
You have to attend a 6 hour theory course to obtain certificate JPJL2B to get a B Full L License.
so i can apply directly for a B full licence?
I read all the comment above but just wanted to clarify pls. I have a D and a B2 license for more than 20 years now. I want to get a B1 so that i can ride a bigger bike. How can I go about it, Pls advice. Thank you very much.
As most institutes do not cater for B1, you’re advised to secure a B Full motorcycle license. Attend a 6 hours theory course to get certificate JPJ L2B, then take out a B Full L License.
Very informative site. Keep up the good work Cikgu. Frankly, I myself been thinking of upgrading my licence to a B full.
I have some questions though;
1. U’ve mentioned that your driving institute is located in Klang, may I know where and how to contact? (sorry if it has been mentioned anywhere in other pages, but I can’t find any)
2. In average, how much it’ll cost me to upgrade my licence from B2 to B full (including training, fees etc..) I’m holding B2 and D licence since 1995 and from your article, I assumed that I am not required to attend/ sit for exam or undang2 class. Only training class on how to ride the monster and the test. Correct me if I’m wrong.
3. Since I only ride bike with clutch once in a blue moon, would it be possible to request extra training class for me to familiarize with the machine? If yes, how much it’ll cost me?
Appreciate ur feedback.
Yes, I am located in Klang. Please furnish your contact details.
Converting B2 to B Full should be anything from RM400 to RM550 for practical lessons and test. Undang-undang not required. You’ll have to attend 6 hours theory to get certificate JPJL2B. Yes, extra classes can be arranged.
Mr Yap,
Very informative site. I am yet to pass B full test.
I failed riding on the plank in 7 secs for 2 times. Lost balance and then off the
Plank. Any tips how keep the balance?
Thanks
Idrus
Should you possess a B full bike of your own, practice more riding on it to make yourself more proficient in the handling of the bike before going up on the bridge.
Cikgu Yap,
How come so many ppl fail the plank test – r they not steady?
Obviously they have failed to learn up crossing the bridge well enough.
Very informative… I am surprisingly a female superbike enthusiast… I have a car licence, never Driven a bike but looking to take the 1st step by getting my full B license… Can you please layout what needs to be done and how much wud the whole thing cost?? And what else wud I have to spend on… Looking forward to ur reply and contact is you are teaching…
Most of the information you are looking for has been highlighted above. In regards to cost, it differs from institute to institute.
Thanks for the article it was very informative. Just a quick question though. I have never ridden a bike before and am interested in getting a B Full Licence. I have a D Class licence. Do I still need to do the “Undang Test”? or can I go straight into the 6 Hour workshops and practical training?
Do I need to have prior to this a B2 Licence? I got my D Class licence back in 2008 will that matter?
Undang-undang not needed. Go straight to 6 hour theory.
I see. Thanks so much! can you recommend any good driving schools in Subang area?
Hi there, appreciate ur information so much!
I ‘d have one more question, im from kl area, how much budget should i prepare if i were to take the 6 hour theories , 4 session of practice and the test for B license ?
B Full will cost between RM600 – RM700.
Appreciated so much, thanks again =)
Cikgu Yap, after attending the theory course for B-full licence, I will obtain a L licence right? Am I legally allowed to ride 500cc+ bikes on the road using the L licence or am I limited to 250cc?
Also, can the L licence be continually renewed to ride on public roads?
Your contention is correct. With “L”, you can ride bikes over 501cc. Hang “L” back and front and you can ride indefinitely without going for practical test.
Thanks for the reply. Just one last question, what is the cheapest way to get the L licence? A driving school quoted me 220 for just the L. Is it possible to get it straight through jpj?
JPJ does not deal with students directly. Prices quoted are always subjective.
hi,been a motorcyclist for 35 years,qualified as an instructor in1998 .have advanced police qualifcations as well as teaching 50cc-onwards(any size) for the uk goverment plus teaching instructors to advance level.
are there any openings(job placements)for Britts? have been to malaysia many times since 1991-2010.
Regards
lee germaine
Although I’ve been a instructor for more than 40 years, I would readily admit that you indeed have very good records as an instructor. Unfortunately, in Malaysia, the authorities here have a different set of rules regarding certificates and qualifications.
However, like anywhere else, the openings are always there. You could come here and ask around. Who knows what your chances are over here.
cikgu Yap, i was wondering is there a height limit for the full B license. as in at least how tall must i be to be able to ride on a Big Bike.
There is no height required to get a B Full license. I am unfortunately unable to say what exactly is the optimum height.
Cikgu Yap, you’ve helped a great deal as there’s a lot of questions in my mind but most of them have been answered, thank you for sharing the article. But there’s still something I wanted to ask
First of all, we all know that Malaysia tax is very high and I don’t tend to get a car when my parents offer me to have a license. That’s right, I want a Superbike!
I’m currently turning 17, I wanted to know if I can sit for a B full license directly, I haven’t undergo any of the courses or obtained any licenses, and has no riding/driving experiences. My friend sat for his B full last year when he was 16 and now he owns a Ducati and a Z750. I’m confused since you stated the requirement was at least 21 years old.
What do I have to be aware of while riding? I originally planned to buy a Ducati Monster 795 that was released recently, the bike seems to be small compared to other naked/superbikes.
I’m mentally ready for training needed as I came to realise that riding a superbike isn’t as easy as I imagined. I also heard that for beginners it’s better to start off with a 250cc bike to learn the skills 1st, but I don’t tend to do that, I hope consistent training in the driving institute could have this problem solved(I’m scared of falling from a heavy bike)
I hope Cikgu can give a reply asap to get my doubts answered, thanks in advance :)
My apologies for making of mistakes quoting the wrong age for B Full. It should in fact be 17 years. The error has been rectified.
So am I qualified to sit for B full in my current state? I’m turning 17 as I mentioned before
Yes, you can go ahead to secure your B Full license. Age for getting above license is 16.
Thank you so much for your information and time, pls do continue to be a helpful instructor like u always did, best regards :)
many thanks for your time.lee