Motorcycle License in Japan: Part 2 - The driving test (Converting a Foreign License)

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Welcome to part two.
If you have finished all the paperwork and passed the written test, you are ready to move on to part 2. This can be as soon as the next day! If you are doing your research ahead of time, be aware of this.
It might seem like I am repeating myself or this is common sense but this practical driving proficiency test can cause a lot of stress for people. Pay attention to every detail because the examiner will be watching. Things that may not seem important in everyday riding may be really critical in passing this test.
Also, taking the day off of work (esp. in Japan) can cause a lot of problems for people so passing on the first try prevents you from wasting days off and pissing your boss off.
If I missed anything please leave a comment. There is a lot involved in taking this test and not knowing everything in advance can lead to a lot of wasted time.
If this helped you pass the test, please leave a comment!!!!
Good luck!
Ride safely!
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Even if you do not speak Japanese, there are a lot of interesting videos on RU-vid that show the techniques for passing the test.
Here are some of my favorites:
This is probably the best one. It is old but shows all the important tasks that need to be completed. This video also looks like it was made by a Driving School.
• 指導員による模範運転１
This one also helped a lot. If you can read Japanese, there is a lot of info in this video. If you can not, you can see a run through the course.
• 【わかりすぎる】大型自動二輪　受かりたければ...
This one is a foreign guy driving his own bike on the course. He is not taking the test, just getting used to his new bike. I don't know how may places allow that.
• Unlimited Bike Licensi...
This one is the 400cc (chuugata 中型) class license:
• 【初400】二俣川試験場普通二輪実技試験1回...
At 8 : 07 he is told "The test is over." which means that he failed it.

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@kikorisan 4 года назад

Thanks It looks easier for you that in Osaka. I will pass for the third time today, the reasons of failing the tests : - Didn’t look right and left in the green light cross - put my right foot on the ground in first - go to far from the left edge of the road in the gaps - I left my foot over the break how is very sensitive and made the stop light blinking - on ipponbashi, I over the time by 0.5s - 3 times messed with winkers - do not squeeze the gasoline tank with legs I think that’s over strict but it like this. I saw people failed for : - not checking the blind spot anytime you turn left. - not enough general speed - go back just a little during the slope start - and plenty others To understand how to manage the winkers, I found a very useful site elevenkai.web.fc2.com/main/kosu/2lic.html Hope that can help

@team819s 4 года назад

Wow. They were very strict with you. I am sorry to hear that. I have heard a lot of stories similar to yours. People may underestimate how strict the test reviewers are. Thank you for the information! It will help a lot of people! BTW, did you pass?

@kikorisan 4 года назад

819S thanks In Osaka, we start by the slalom then directly the ipponbashi. No much time to warm up (I think it’s sneaky to start with ipponbashi) and I was focusing on all the details so I forgot to concentrate on the way to cross the ipponbashi, I failed dismally. That’s the first time for me to fail here. I don’t know when I will have opportunity to try again cause of my work. You’re right, we have to take it really seriously and I recommend to get one or two hours of training in a driving school (few schools give that opportunity), it cost 5000 yens but it can save so much time and money. I saw so many people trying the test without getting any training before. Some don’t know how to pass a gear, some don’t look left-right... There’re fools!

@Crimdog 4 года назад

@@kikorisan Are you allowed to stand while going across the ipponbashi , through the slalom, or in the crank turns? Or must all of these be completed sitting down? Thanks!

@kikorisan 4 года назад

Crimdog hi, I never see anyone standing during the test, except the rails shape pass for the big bike. I’m pretty sure you have only the sitting down solution.

@team819s 4 года назад

@@Crimdog I agree with Ki Kori, I have not seen or heard of people standing. I believe it is required to be seated. The only time that I know that you stand is when going over the large bumps. And there, you are required to stand.

@RaikuBaiku 2 года назад

I just got my 大型二輪 driving license the day before yesterday and these videos (part 1 and 2), even though they’re 5years old, helped me a lot… Thank you so much.. ☺️

@Crimdog 3 года назад

Just to provide some details for the next person looking to pass in Tokyo. I took the test at Samezu and all of the testing instructors were not only super nice, but seemed like they really wanted you to pass, without looking to dock you points for minor infractions. Thanks again for posting this video up, it was super helpful!

@team819s 3 года назад

Thanks for helping out!

@blakeharris6755 4 года назад

Watched this video a dozen times and passed the test the first time! Thank you so much!

@team819s 4 года назад

I am really glad it helped!

@ersanjeev84 7 лет назад

Thanks a lot bro, I cleared oogata driving test on first attempt, You video & photos really really help, God bless you, cheers 🍻

@team819s 7 лет назад

Awesome!!! I am so happy to hear it! Ride safely! Happy New Year!

@jimmyjigz 3 года назад

Just found this video. Did the test this morning already haha. This would have been super super helpful! I wasn't converting an international license. I was doing the 400cc. Nobody passed on my day, out of ~25 people. I failed on the hill stop, it is required to stop for 30secs. The instructor kept telling to try again but my Japanese isn't good enough so I had no idea why he was shouting and I just returned the bike to the start haha. The biggest challenges I found: Information (Japanese) overload. You are not going to pass without a very clear and relaxed mental state. So being absolutely sure of what you will be doing in advance, this includes lining up, swapping safety gear etc. The feel of the bike. It was my first time riding the CB400 and it felt very foreign to me. Correct gloves. You can even grab those white 7/11 riding gloves but don't take (like I did) winter pedestrian gloves lol. Anyways, they rescheduled me for three weeks from now, with better prep I'll be okay. Although there is clearly a different standard for native Japanese. The friend I made failed for his eighth time today. Thanks for the video!!!!!!

@team819s 3 года назад

Hey! Thanks for the information! I think this kind of comment can help everyone! Good luck with your next test! Let me know how it works out!

@sackdz 4 года назад

ey bro. Many thanks for spending the time to make this video. Not only putting the complete and thorough info out there but making it decently nice to review as well. Passed on my second try - 1st time failed bc hadn’t been on a bike in 6 months. Doing the course walk w this vid playing made it so damn easy. So all in all managed to get car and Oogata bike licenses converted in only 4 trips to Futamatagawa License Center. Not bad I think.

@team819s 4 года назад

Nice job!! Glad I could help!

@aauguste4199 Месяц назад

This video was probably the most helpful one i watched. Passed first time. Thank you so much 😊🎉

@SurajPattar 4 года назад

Thank you so much! Passed the 400cc test on the first try following your advice. Very helpful stuff!

@team819s 4 года назад

Congratulations! I am so happy that I could help! Get out there and ride!!!

@adamlee7149 3 года назад

Thanks for the video! I passed the first time converting my US license.

@team819s 3 года назад

Congrats! I am glad that I could help! Have fun riding in Japan!!!

@ItchyKneeSon Год назад

TIP: I'm on my way to take small bike license test for the third time. There's an 'emergency stop' section with entry speed requirements, cones, and lines painted on the pavement. When your front tire crosses the vibes, all fingers must be on the handlebar grips, not on the clutch/brake levers. I kept 2 fingers on each which led to a fail. Thanks for this video!

@vivinm007 3 года назад

Thank you for the video! Passed my Oogata test today on my second attempt. When I asked for an explanation after my first attempt, the officer said I didn't speed up. I did 40km/h on the straight stretch though. But, the officer said I need to go up to 60km/h, and hence I failed on my first attempt. :/ Anyways, I'm really glad that I stumbled upon your video! Cheers! ;)

@team819s 3 года назад

Thanks for the info! I didn't know there was a 60 kmh zone in the driving test. Which test center did you go to? Was there a speed limit sign on the road? I am glad that you were able to get your license! Have a great time riding in Japan!!!

@vivinm007 3 года назад

@@team819s I took the test at Futamatagawa itself. The same course as in your video.

@christianshimizu5009 3 года назад

How much did it cost for the driving test at futamatagawa?

@team819s 3 года назад

@@christianshimizu5009 I don't remember off the top of my head. I believe it was between 3,500 and 4,000 yen. You should bring some extra money just in case.

@ItchyKneeSon Год назад

One way to know exactly what they're looking for (and this is true for both bike & standard licenses) is to pay the nominal fee for the training class(es)/practice course(s). They tell you everything they'll be looking for at that specific course and you're welcome to ask questions. If your Japanese isn't that great, I believe you're welcome to bring an interpreter and they may even have them available. There's always a slew of translators at the license center WI are there helping other immigrants and you may be able to find one there and offer to pay for their services.

@100toeface 4 года назад

hey, love it, but can you please explain the difference between converting a foreign license vs just getting one from scratch? what is the advantage of converting, you still need to take a written and road test either way. Is the ‘from scratch’ road test/eritten test a lot harder?

@team819s 4 года назад

Hey! If you can convert, it will be a lot faster and cheaper. The paper and driving test are not required for all countries. Check if they are required for a license from your country. When converting, if you have to do the the tests: the paper test is only 10 true or false questions and there are non-Japanese tests. For the driving test, they are a little more lenient with the rules, especially the time for the "ippon bashi" (balance beam). If you ask 100 Japanese people how to get your license, 100 will say go to driving school. If you try and get it from scratch, you should go to driving school. Driving school is pretty expensive. www.koyama.co.jp/english/english_02_01.html It will run about $1200-2500 USD depending on the license. It takes a long time but you will get a good education. It IS possible to get it without going to driving school but it's extremely difficult. I believe that the test is 100 questions and is only available in Japanese. The driving test will follow all the rules strictly. There is also a belief that they will fail you intentionally several times so that you have to continue paying to be retested. I haven't heard of many people having that problem recently but it may still exist in some places. If you have any more questions, please ask!

@smallgang628 4 года назад

please upload next video full bike rides iam watting

@team819s 4 года назад

I am working on some ride videos with ride tracking apps and I have some videos of some fun routes coming up soon! Thanks for watching!

@theoggaijin 3 года назад

Great video mate! Quick question - how do you memorise the track? Like they gave me two options Track A & B. For my driving test, the instructor was sitting next to me in the car and was directing. Would it be similar for the bike test as well? Or do you memorise the track and all the turns that you need to make? Also is there an order of doing the obstacles? Thanks

@team819s 3 года назад

Hey! Sorry for the late reply. I am pretty surprised that they gave you two tracks. I have not heard of that before. It might be something new. I don't think the course should be difficult to memorize. You can arrive early and walk around. For the bike test, the instructor will meet everyone as a group and will tell you the order in which you will take the test and a few instructions. He will head to a tower where he can see the whole course. He can speak to you through a speaker on the bike. I can't remember if you can talk back to him but I think you can. You have to memorize the map so the obstacles will be done in the order that they are on the course. You can't choose the order or change it. I hope that helps. If you have any more questions, leave a comment.

@theoggaijin 3 года назад

@@team819s thank you for sharing that information. I guess, what I was concerned about was probably missing a turn or maybe not doing it in the right order. Is it in a numeric order? Also, when you come to a complete stop, are you supposed to put both your feet on the ground or just one?

@spdaltid Месяц назад

Thanks a million. Hoping to pass first attempt....... Wondering: Looking "Left and Right" - for me who has always driven on the same side of the road as Japan, I was taught from a young age: look right then left [and look to the right again!] ...?

@okinawagaijin9344 20 дней назад

you'd be right. Look right first, as that's where the traffic closest to you comes from first. Then left, then right. I'm not 100 % sure if it's required to keep this exact order for the test, but I've been driving in Japan for close to 10 years now and picked up on that pretty quickly. It just makes sense from a logical point of view. It was the other way around in Germany. Also now enlisted in a driving school to get my medium bike license.

@MarinJapan 2 года назад

16:40 When doing this obstacle do you engage the throttle/rev the engine (not sure if this is the right wording) while at the same time engage the clutch for every time you encounter a bump? Or what exactly are you doing with the clutch and throttle when doing this obstacle?

@team819s 2 года назад

Hey! I had to think about how to explain this. If you have any off road riding experience, you should know about feathering the clutch. What I mean is, don't think of the clutch as engaged or disengaged. You want to use very small movements and let the clutch slip a little. The throttle should also give just enough power to get your over the bumps. You don't want to hear the bike revving really hard. It's a dance between a bit of power and enough clutch engagement to get the bike over the obstacles. If you can practice somewhere, find a place with a 6-10 cm bump (where there is not other traffic or people), and try to go over it as slowly as possible. It's not hard once you've tried it a few times.

@MarinJapan 2 года назад

@@team819s thanks

@lakindurathnayake9184 Год назад

I have a bike license for both A class and A1 class but only for AT bikes so when I go to Japan and convert my license will I have to apply for normal clutch times from scratch ?

@team819s Год назад

To the best of my knowledge, you will be able to convert a AT license to a Japanese AT license but you will need to go to driving school or take the driving test to ride a MT bike. Good luck!!

@1101chintan 5 месяцев назад

Hello This test course map you showed is for Samezu Driving Centre ?

@jhonray6142 Год назад

I'm taking the test for a 160CC bike, do you have the same type of video for that particular size of a bike?

@dute007 2 года назад

Is it illegal in japan to modify(exhaust) or any oem parts of your 400cc above motorcycle? Thanks and have a good day...

@team819s 2 года назад

Hey!! Sorry for the late reply. It is possible to replace your muffler with an aftermarket one. It needs to pass tests for noise level and emissions levels. There is a testing body called "JMCA". If the muffler has a JMCA certified plate on it, it will be legal. If it does not, it will most likely not be legal. If you have any more questions, let me know.

@dute007 2 года назад

@@team819s thanks mate

@ishigame2476 4 года назад

hey 819 thanks for the very informative upload i have a few questions.. it seems like you converted your license? I have my drivers license in Japan and i plan on going to School for the motorcycle Oogata test. i heard that there is some kind of mental test but the results have no effect on your passing or failing during the school training, do you know or have any info on this? from what i heard it is not a written test more of just a bunch of questions. Also i see the video says to come with protective gear for the test, so i am under the impression that they do not give you a helmet for the test etc? thanks.

@ndkhang2008 7 лет назад

i am living in nagoya city, aichi prefecture. i am planning to convert my international license to ride a 125cc motorbike. do you know any place in nagoya city that i can practice the driving test before i take the real test?

@team819s 7 лет назад

The only place to practice is at a driving school. I have only seen full courses on the company websites but if you contact the school, they may offer a practice day. With a quick google search I found a list of driving schools: www.adsa.or.jp/acli/nagoya/nagoya.htm Find the one that you can get to easily and give them a call. Look for 普通二輪 its purple. Those are the schools that offer classes in smaller motorcycles. Good luck.

@robethcruz2043 2 года назад

I know how to use manual motorcycle, Can I take 400cc license directly in driving center in japan ? I only have a 50cc license (moped)

@team819s 2 года назад

Yes. You can take the drivers license test without going to driving school. It is famously stressful. My friend tried it and failed about 8 times so she gave up. Unofficially, they are more strict with people that did not go to driving school. Good luck!!

@cptzino 3 года назад

I have my Japan drivers license. Do I need to take a motorcycle school. Or can I just take a written test and the driving test. I know how to drive motorcycle. Also do they have English written test? Thanks.

@team819s 3 года назад

I don't think that having a drivers license will make it easier to get your motorcycle license. You do not need to go to driving school but it will be smoother if you do. Most people fail 10 or more times if they try the test without driving school. There is an English test at driving school but not at the DMV (I am not 100% sure about that though).

@oharu_japanese 5 лет назад

Should I do Oogata or Chuugata? I just want to be able to drive 1-2 hour trips on the expressway.

@team819s 4 года назад

Sorry. This reply is way too late... Chuugata is enough to use the expressway. A few questions though. Are you converting a license from another country? How long will you stay in Japan? If you are converting and you will stay in Japan for a long time, I think Oogata is better. It will save you the trouble of possibly upgrading in the future.

@nantzstein3311 5 лет назад

Hi again ^^ I don't have a driving license, what to do now? Do I need to go to driving school or police courses? Do I need to have a motorcycle in advance ? Sorry for my English

@team819s 4 года назад

Sorry for the late reply. If you don't have a license then you need to go to driving school. You do not need a motorcycle in advance. Good luck!

@saurajlama223 6 лет назад

Thanks bro

@areddue22 2 года назад

Did you convert a normal US drivers license, or did you convert a US Motorcycle license? Is the process the same for both?

@team819s 2 года назад

I converted a US motorcycle license. The process is the same for both and they need to be done separately. I unfortunately did not convert my US one and it expired. I will need to get my drivers license by going to driving school or trying it directly.

@Arunm5 7 лет назад

Thanks for this wonderful guide and I have my chuugata test in a few days. Do you know if I must go with a full face helmet? Or half face would be sufficient?

@team819s 7 лет назад

Hey! In my test session, there were people with open face helmets. I do not remember reading anything specific about which helmets are ok and which are not. I checked around online and a half helmet is for motorcycles under 125cc. Open face helmets are ok. The difference - half helmet only covers the top of your head. Open face helmets cover the top of your head, the back of your head and your ears. This page has pictures of the different types: www.police.pref.kanagawa.jp/mes/mesf0168.htm They did not openly check during our test, but you should make sure your helmet has the proper "P S C" safety sticker on it. That means is is certified for use on the road. There is also a JIS sticker that is ok. Good luck on your test!! Leave a comment when you pass!

@raghavmalik89 7 лет назад

I am also going for test in Aichi please let me know how it does or tips if possible. Thanks :)

@sinister_sushi 7 лет назад

I moved to Japan 5 months ago (permanently) and I'm interested in getting my motorcycle license in Japan. I have a motorcycle license in the USA and rode for many years, but I'm nervous about passing the test because I don't speak Japanese. I guess it's impossible to pass if I barely speak the language, right?

@team819s 7 лет назад

If you watched the video, you have all the advice I have to give. But most importantly in my mind, MEMORIZE THE ROUTE through the course for your license class! Go early and walk the course thinking carefully about shifting, braking, accelerating, and lane position. Ride as safely as you possibly can. Good luck!

@team819s 7 лет назад

If you have a Maryland license, you are lucky because you don't need to take the tests. It's one in 50 so I doubt it. You can definitely get through it without speaking Japanese but you need to be patient. There were two other people in my group that kept asking me to help translate. One woman passed and followed me all the way to the end to translate for her. If you have a friend or coworker that can go with you to the test center, you might be able to relax a little more. Don't focus on language, focus on the safest most accurate way to ride through the course. They want to know you are a safe rider, not that you speak Japanese fluently. If you are here permanently, study Japanese. You will have a way better life if you can communicate. I have met people that speak like native speakers and do not read at all. That is a good start. Speak as much as you can. 20 minutes to an hour a day. Try the Shadowing books (if you can read hiragana / katakana) or Glossika or some other course that focuses on repeating sentences. You can get to upper-intermediate conversation in 3-6 months if you speak everyday. Go for it! Life (in Japan) is amazing with a motorcycle! Good luck!

@tokyofun3409 2 года назад

Is there a requirement of wearing any specific type of shoes or we can wear normal sports shoes with the lace

@team819s 2 года назад

I don't remember there being a requirement for shoes. I believe I wore sneakers. I think most people did. If you have real motorcycle shoes or boots it will be better to wear them.

@tokyofun3409 2 года назад

@@team819s indeed its not a must to have did my test perhaps needs to improve on my acting skills next time

@nicholasgreenberg8909 3 года назад

Does anyone know what prefecture gives an English written test?? The 50 question quiz

@team819s 3 года назад

I am pretty sure that you can only take the test in the prefecture that you live in. A lot of prefectures have the test in English. What prefecture do you want to take it in?

@smallgang628 4 года назад

thank u bro

@team819s 4 года назад

No problem

@husdug 6 лет назад

Hi, thanks the video is very helpful. Quick question, is it necessary to do blind spot checks at every turn? thank you

@team819s 6 лет назад

Yeah, I think it is better. The test is not so much that you can operate the controls or the bike itself (of course they check that), but they want to know you ride safely.

@primadona90s 3 года назад

Lets touring together.. But i dont get license yet

@team819s 3 года назад

Yeah! When you get your license, let's go!!!

@anatolyblyatlov4739 4 года назад

do you take practical test on both Driving school and License center ?

@team819s 4 года назад

Good question. I did not go to driving school so I will need to double check. I think you only take it at driving school. I will ask a friend and reply again later.

@anatolyblyatlov4739 4 года назад

@@team819s thank you very much , i hope the driving test is just in driving school

@team819s 4 года назад

@@anatolyblyatlov4739 My friend went to driving school and he said that the practical test was only at the driving school. They provide you with a paper that is stamped and signed with the schools accreditation and you take that to the License center to get your license. He also said that there was barely enough time to get to the License center to submit the paper so if your school if far from the school, you may need to wait a day to get your license.

@anatolyblyatlov4739 4 года назад

@@team819s thank you very much for the information , yea i waited for like a day to get my license back when i took my moped test

@tman229 5 лет назад

I get the feeling that these test are purposely made hard to cash in on test fees....

@anatolyblyatlov4739 3 года назад

How to slow down before a turn without braking ? Just pulling the clutch ?

@team819s 3 года назад

Anatoly Blyatlov It depends on how much you need to slow down. Pulling in the clutch should work. Rolling off the throttle works. If you need to slow down more, drop down a gear and feather the clutch. Use the engine to brake.

@anatolyblyatlov4739 3 года назад

@@team819s thanks for the tip , i have an upcoming driving test tomorrow , wish me luck

@team819s 3 года назад

@@anatolyblyatlov4739 Good luck! Relax and ride safely. You got this!

@anatolyblyatlov4739 3 года назад

@@team819s thank you very much

@anatolyblyatlov4739 3 года назад

@@team819s 2 days ago I passed the exam , thanks to this video . Thank you very much !!

@renzaraos6154 4 года назад

could i change to ogata license after i got my medium class license?

@ishigame2476 4 года назад

you have to take an ogata test or school and test if you do not have the 650CC plus unlimited license or if your license is auto and not MT.

@juanshelby9755 5 лет назад

Do you need a Japanese license to ride on a racetrack?

@team819s 4 года назад

Sorry for the late reply. It may depend on the track but from the stories that I have heard, you do not. I have one Japanese friend that does not have a motorcycle license and races at racetracks every weekend. Also, they say "circuit" 「サーキット」 not track in Japan.