How much is road tax for a motorcycle in the UK?

Road tax, also known as vehicle excise duty (VED), for motorcycles in the UK depends on the motorcycle's CO2 emissions. VED for motorcycles and mopeds is typically charged annually, and the amount varies based on the motorcycle's engine size and age.

For motorcycles and mopeds registered on or after April 1, 2019, the following rates apply:

- Motorcycles and mopeds with CO2 emissions of 0 g/km (electric motorcycles and mopeds): £0

- Motorcycles and mopeds with CO2 emissions of 1-100 g/km: £165 per year

- Motorcycles and mopeds with CO2 emissions of 101-115 g/km: £215 per year

- Motorcycles and mopeds with CO2 emissions of 116-130 g/km: £270 per year

- Motorcycles and mopeds with CO2 emissions of 131-145 g/km: £325 per year

- Motorcycles and mopeds with CO2 emissions of 146-160 g/km: £380 per year

- Motorcycles and mopeds with CO2 emissions of 161-175 g/km: £435 per year

- Motorcycles and mopeds with CO2 emissions over 175 g/km: £490 per year

Older motorcycles, registered before April 1, 2019, are charged based on their engine size. Here are the rates for older motorcycles:

- Engine size up to 150cc: £190 per year

- Engine size over 150cc: £220 per year

Motorcycles that are over 40 years old may qualify for a reduced rate of £85 per year, regardless of their engine size.

It is essential to pay road tax for your motorcycle to legally ride it on the roads in the UK. If you don't pay road tax, you risk fines and penalties.