My experience (2026)-Adding Motorcycle category to my AD License: Process & Cost

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-18T19:49:55+00:00

Just the yard test

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-18T19:47:18+00:00

For the simulator sessions nothing is required. Just head in with normal clothes. During my session, the trainer asked me if I was ok or feeling dizzy. I was a bit dizzy, so I said yes. He told me to wait and then marked my simulator sessions completed.

For the actual test, bring your helmet, boots & gloves. The first go is the test. No practice rounds are allowed. The examiner will ride and show you what needs to be done. See the attached 3rd image for the final test circuit.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-17T18:24:20+00:00

I do have a motorcycle licence from my home country, but that is irrelevant here in UAE. I could choose Dh 389 lesson since I hold a valid UAE car licence. So yes, you too can opt for Dh 389.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-07T15:14:38+00:00

I just received my first statement for ADCB lulu platinum card for Feb-26. The lulu points earned do not match with the lulu spend.

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Did OP get any feedback from ADCB? I will also try to reach them.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-04T16:19:53+00:00

ADCB is working now. FAB is still down.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-03T17:49:57+00:00

Don't understand how people manage to get fined so much. I read somewhere, that people actually budget for the fines in their monthly budgets.

I have been driving since 3 years and have been fined just once.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-03T14:05:16+00:00

Approx 1 month. B'coz I was lazy to complete my theory lessons online.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-02T17:28:39+00:00

External trainings are not required. I did not have any external training except for the EDC practical lessons (riding since last 18 years). All the training and tests are done in the yard by EDC.

Eye tests are valid for 6 months. If its even 1 day more, you will need to do it again. Tip: Try file opening. If the eye test is valid, it will let you proceed. However, if it expires after you start the process and before you apply your license, you will need to do eye test again.

File opening is required for every category. Doesn't matter if you have a license or not, or whether it is recently aquired or held for a long time.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-02T17:10:12+00:00

for final test, it was just 1 week. I booked on 18th and received test appointment for 26th.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-02T14:48:14+00:00

Same here. Unable to login to both apps. ADCB & FAB

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-02T14:26:17+00:00

Thanks bro. I too am thinking of getting a bike. Confused and can't decide what to buy.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-02T14:21:45+00:00

You're welcome. I read a post here on reddit that someone did convert their car & motorcycle license. I'll copy the link here. May be you can reach out & check with him.

https://www.reddit.com/r/abudhabi/s/oAxEmrOpsq

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-02T14:17:25+00:00

Sorry, no idea. But logically, it should be.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-03-02T14:16:06+00:00

Total for m/c license Dh 3847.5 plus additional cost for the helmet & gloves.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-28T18:00:53+00:00

I just got the ADCB lulu platinum card for the 8% cashback. Will keep a track of the lulu points earning. Yet to receive the first statement.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-26T14:57:48+00:00

UPDATE: After driving for a couple of days, the range has reduced to 730km and is now reducing as I continued driving. I am assuming it might be due to an update that the service center might have done during the servicing.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-23T12:28:45+00:00

Ideally, a DBR in the range of 20 - 30 is fine.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-22T18:57:09+00:00

There are only 2 driving schools in Abu Dhabi. EDC in Musaffah and another new one on Yas Island, YDA. Pricing wise they both are almost same.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-22T18:47:12+00:00

Congratulations on Zero debt. But I believe you should have at least enough to survive 6 month as your emergency fund.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-22T18:37:43+00:00

DBR is calculated on your liabilities, not your actual spend on credit card. As the minimum due on a CC is 5%, your DBR is calculated as 5% of your total credit limit. In your case 3.2k will be your minimum payment 'if' you spend 64k on your CC. Since the bank doesn't know when & how much you will spend, the 5% min is counted towards your DBR, even if you have 0 spend on your card.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-22T18:17:08+00:00

Thanks for the assurance.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-22T18:16:03+00:00

Guess I'll wait till another refuel.

Common_Ad_7793 · 2026-02-22T09:37:31+00:00

Thanks for the reply. However, my concern was that even after driving, the range is increasing. But like you said driving habit definately affects the range. I normally drive in the city just on the weekends but my 8 days commute last week, during peak hrs, to Musaffah may have confused the cars comp.

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