Can you be 16 and ride a 125cc In England?

Yes, in England you can ride a 125cc motorbike or scooter from the age of 16, providing you have passed your Compulsory Basic Training (CBT). This is a one-day course that teaches you the basics of riding a motorbike or scooter, and upon completion you will be issued with a CBT certificate that allows you to ride a 125cc motorcycle with an L-plate.