Anyone wanting a motorcycle licence in Belgium — whether A1, A2 or A — must pass the same theory exam. The format is identical to the car (category B) exam: 50 questions, 41/50 required, 15 seconds per question. The subject matter differs, however: motorcycle-specific rules, riding safety, vehicle technology and behaviour in complex situations.
In this article we compare the available apps and websites for motorcycle licence A theory honestly on 7 concrete criteria — so you know which tool best prepares you for the real GOCA exam.
Theory exam for motorcycle licence A in Belgium: the facts Applies to A1, A2 and A — the theory exam is identical in format and content for all three. 50 multiple-choice questions at GOCA exam level. Minimum 41/50 correct. 15 seconds per question. 5 questions are serious offences: wrong answer costs 5 points, 2 serious faults = immediately failed. Cost: 19 euros per attempt. Theory certificate valid for 3 years. Theory lessons are not compulsory — you may study entirely independently. Progressive exemption: if you have held an A1 licence for at least 2 years, you do not need to sit a new theory exam when moving up to A2. Same applies from A2 to A. |
A1, A2 or A: what is the difference for the theory exam?
Category | Motorcycle type — theory exam — minimum age for licence |
A1 | Motorcycle max. 125cc / 11 kW — theory exam: identical to A2/A — licence from age 18 |
A2 | Motorcycle max. 35 kW — theory exam: identical to A1/A — licence from age 20 |
A (direct) | Unlimited power — theory exam: identical — licence from age 24 |
A (progressive via A2) | Unlimited power — no new theory exam required — licence from age 22 |
A (progressive via A1) | Unlimited power — no new theory exam required — licence from age 20 |
Important: the theory exam is identical for A1, A2 and A Whether you want A1, A2 or A — you sit the same theory exam with the same 50 questions, the same pass mark and the same 15 seconds per question. There is no separate A1 exam or A2 exam. If you have held an A1 or A2 licence for at least 2 years, you do not need to sit a new theory exam when moving to the next category. |
What makes a good practice tool for motorcycle licence A theory?
The motorcycle licence A theory exam contains motorcycle-specific questions not found in the category B exam. A good practice tool must cover these fully:
• Motorcycle-specific questions: Riding dynamics, fall risk, clutch behaviour, two-wheel braking technique, visibility on the road
• Vehicle technology: Tyre pressure, chain tension, oil, brake fluid, lighting — pre-departure technical checks
• Protective equipment: Helmet (ECE 22-05 or higher), gloves, boots, protective clothing — which are compulsory?
• GOCA exam level: Not all tools contain motorcycle-specific questions at the level of the real GOCA exam
• 15-second time limit: Exactly as in the real exam — non-negotiable
• Serious offences flagged separately: 5-point system correctly represented
Comparison table: apps and websites for motorcycle licence A theory Belgium 2026
Criterion | Free tools (e.g. Gratis RO) | RAPP |
Motorcycle-specific A questions | Limited or mixed with B | Yes — fully A1/A2/A specific |
GOCA exam level | Partial | Yes |
15-second time limit | No | Yes — exactly like GOCA (Premium) |
Serious offences flagged | No | Yes — 5-point system |
Error analysis per topic | Minimal | Fully automatic (Premium) |
Free printable PDF theory A | No | Yes — printable |
Risk perception test | No | Yes — 1 free |
Price | Free | Free / 9.99 for 14 days |
Detailed review per tool
1. Gratis Rijbewijs Online (gratisrijbewijsonline.be)
Platform: Website (browser) Price: Completely free Strengths • Completely free without registration • Contains practice questions for category A and B • No advertisements • Immediately available without an account Weaknesses • Motorcycle-specific A questions are underrepresented • No 15-second time limit per question • No distinction between minor and serious offences • No error analysis per topic • No risk perception test • Not optimised for mobile • No free PDF of the motorcycle theory Verdict: Useful as a first introduction. But for serious preparation for the GOCA motorcycle licence A exam it lacks the time limit, the motorcycle-specific question depth and the error analysis. |
2. iTheorie Belgium (iOS and Android)
Platform: iOS and Android Price: Free with advertisements / paid without Strengths • Available for category B and A • Works offline • Mock exams included • Widely known Weaknesses • Advertisements appear during mock exams — breaks concentration • No 15-second time limit per question • Motorcycle-specific A questions less in-depth than on real exam • No distinction between minor and serious offences • No risk perception test • No free PDF of the theory Verdict: Reasonable as a free starting point. But advertisements during mock exams and the absence of a time limit make it less suitable as preparation for the real GOCA exam. |
3. RAPP (rapp-app.com)
Platform: Web platform — mobile, tablet and desktop via browser Price: Free to start / 9.99 for 14 days full access Strengths • Complete motorcycle-specific theory for A1, A2 and A — including riding dynamics, vehicle technology and protective equipment • Free printable PDF of the complete motorcycle theory — your own theory book • Mock exams at exactly GOCA exam level: 50 questions, 15 seconds per question • Serious offences correctly flagged with 5-point system • Automatic error analysis per topic and per chapter • Risk perception test included (1 free) • Smart learning coach that guides you towards your weakest points • No advertisements — not even during mock exams • Over 10,000 candidates have already passed with RAPP Weaknesses • No offline mode — requires internet connection (except downloaded PDF) • No native app — works via browser Verdict: The most complete preparation for the Belgian GOCA exam for motorcycle licence A. The only tool with motorcycle-specific theory at GOCA level, time limit, serious offences, risk perception test and free printable PDF. |
What makes the motorcycle licence A theory exam different from category B
• Riding dynamics: How does a motorcycle behave when braking, cornering and performing avoidance manoeuvres? What is the fall risk under overloading?
• Vehicle technology: Before departure: tyre pressure, chain tension, oil, brake fluid, lighting — these are standard exam questions
• Protective equipment: Which equipment is compulsory? Helmet (ECE 22-05 or higher), gloves, boots, protective jacket — and what are the consequences of non-compliance?
• Visibility: Motorcyclists are less visible than cars. Which riding positions and behaviours increase visibility?
• Weather conditions: How do you adapt riding behaviour in rain, wind, slippery roads and limited visibility?
Warning: tools without motorcycle-specific A questions are insufficient Some free tools offer 'motorcycle licence A theory' but in practice provide the same questions as category B — without the motorcycle-specific topics. Anyone preparing this way will miss a significant portion of the exam content. Always check whether the tool contains genuine motorcycle-specific questions for A1, A2 and A. |
Checklist: what should a good practice tool for motorcycle licence A offer?
• Motorcycle-specific questions: Riding dynamics, vehicle technology, protective equipment — all fully covered?
• GOCA exam level: Situation questions, sub-signs, combination questions at the level of the real exam?
• 15-second time limit: Is the pace of the real exam simulated?
• Serious offences: Are those 5 questions flagged separately with the 5-point system?
• Error analysis per topic: After each session, can you see which topics are your weakest points?
• Risk perception test: Included? Compulsory in Flanders for the practical exam
• Theory available: Can you read the complete motorcycle theory — and download it as a PDF?
Start free with RAPP — the most complete preparation for motorcycle licence A theory RAPP contains the complete motorcycle theory for A1, A2 and A, a free printable PDF of the complete theory, over 1,500 motorcycle-specific practice questions at GOCA level, mock exams at 15 seconds, automatic error analysis and the risk perception test. Free to start, 9.99 for 14 days Premium. No subscription. |
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Is the theory exam the same for motorcycle licence A1, A2 and A? Yes. The theory exam is identical for all three categories: 50 questions, 41/50 required, 15 seconds per question, 19 euros per attempt. The content is motorcycle-specific and differs from the category B exam. If you have held an A1 licence for at least 2 years, you do not need to sit a new theory exam when moving up to A2. The same applies from A2 to A. |
Which app is best for motorcycle licence A theory in Belgium? RAPP is the most complete choice for the GOCA motorcycle licence A exam: motorcycle-specific theory for A1/A2/A, mock exams at 15 seconds, serious offences with 5-point system, error analysis per topic and a free printable PDF of the complete motorcycle theory. Free tools such as Gratis Rijbewijs Online are a good starting point but lack the time limit and motorcycle-specific question depth. |
How long is the theory certificate for motorcycle licence A valid? The theory certificate is valid for 3 years. You must therefore sit your practical exam within those 3 years. If the certificate expires before you have taken the practical exam, you must sit the theory exam again. |
Do you need a driving school for the motorcycle licence A theory exam? No. Theory lessons are not compulsory for the motorcycle licence A theory exam. You may study entirely independently and register directly for the GOCA exam. Driving school lessons are compulsory for the practical exam: at least 9 hours (direct access) or 4 hours (progressive access). |
What are the motorcycle-specific topics on the category A theory exam? Riding dynamics (braking, cornering, fall risk), vehicle technology (tyre pressure, chain, oil, lighting before departure), protective equipment (helmet ECE 22-05 or higher compulsory, gloves, boots, protective clothing), visibility on the road and riding behaviour in adverse weather conditions. |
How much does the motorcycle licence A theory exam cost in Belgium? 19 euros per attempt at a recognised GOCA exam centre — the same as category B. The exam can be taken at 16 exam centres spread across the Flemish Region. |
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Written by Daan Van Isterdael, co-founder of RAPP. He built the platform that helps more than 10,000 Belgian candidates pass their driving licence test.