License question

**Fenris** · 3rd May 2007, 18:42

Hey all,
This is my first post here, quick intro. My names Rob, I'm American, I've been living in NZ for almost 2 years.....yup thats about it on to the question.
Do you need to have a motorcycle license in NZ to ride a Trike, in the States all thats needed is a car license. I've been trying to find the answer online but there seems to little to no real information about it and the LTSA website dont seem to have any info on it at all but then I found kiwibiker and I'm thinking someone here has GOT to know. PLEASE HELP.

Your time and knowledge is much appreciated. Thanks

**mazz1972** · 7th May 2007, 10:39

Why don't you phone Land Transport helpdesk 0800 822 422 and ask, or email them info@landtransport.govt.nz

They must know...

**MSTRS:Me** · 7th May 2007, 11:07

I think it might depend on whether it is registered as a bike or a car. For some reason, at least it used to be, some trikes could be registered as cars in which case wearing a helmet was not necessary...

**The Pastor** · 7th May 2007, 11:11

Yeah I think that still stands, Although I imagine our ginga friend on SH16 (and his buddies) will pull you over if your not wearing a helmet.

**ManDownUnder** · 7th May 2007, 11:12

Originally Posted by renegade master

Yeah I think that still stands, Although I imagine our ginga friend on SH16 (and his buddies) will pull you over if your not wearing a helmet.

Lying bastard....! (he doesn't have any friends does he?)

Re the licence err... dunno. Ring the LTSA as suggested

**The Pastor** · 7th May 2007, 11:19

Originally Posted by ManDownUnder

Lying bastard....! (he doesn't have any friends does he?)

Re the license err... dunno. Ring the LTSA as suggested

Hes also not our friend, but isn't speedie a great buddy ol chum of his?

**pzkpfw** · 8th May 2007, 18:09

Originally Posted by MSTRS

I think it might depend on whether it is registered as a bike or a car. For some reason, at least it used to be, some trikes could be registered as cars in which case wearing a helmet was not necessary...

...I thought (was once told) in that case you had to have a seat-belt. (You don't get it both ways).