G1 is a term used for learner's permits in Ontario, Canada so we will answer the question for this location. The actual permit that you get for learning to ride a Motorcycle in Ontario is a M1 instead of a G1. With a Class M1 license, an operator can drive a moped, limited-speed motorcycle and a motorcycle.

To apply for a license in Ontario, you must be at least 16 years old and pass a vision test and a test of your knowledge of the rules of the road and traffic signs. After you pass these tests, you will get a Class G1 or M1 license (depending upon what you are trying for) and a driver information package for new drivers. You must pass two road tests to become fully licensed.

New drivers earn full driving privileges in two stages in Ontario and have five years to complete the program (Classes G1, G2, M2 or M2 with condition "L") and graduate to a full license (Classes G, M or M with condition L).

If you are a new driver applying for your first license to ride a motorcycle, you will need to enter Ontario's graduated licensing system. That means you'll earn full driving privileges in two stages. After you pass a motorcycle knowledge test, you will get a Class M1 license and an information package for new riders. You must spend a minimum of 60 days with a Class M1 license, which is valid for 90 days.

New motorcycle riders with a Class M1 license learn to ride under these four conditions:

1. your blood alcohol level must be zero;
2. you must ride only during daylight hours (1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset);
3. you must not ride on highways with speed limits of more than 80 km/h except highways 11, 17, 61, 69, 71, 101, 102, 144, 655;
4. you cannot carry passengers.

Motorcycle riders who successfully complete an approved motorcycle safety course that includes a road test with an M1 license are exempt from taking the ministry's M1 road test and can move to an M2 license after 60 days. If you complete an approved safety course in either level, you can reduce the time that you must hold an M2 license from 22 to 18 months. While the motorcycle safety course certificate is valid for two years from its issue date, it may only be used for the M1 road test exemption within six months of its issue date.

You must pass an M1 road test or complete an approved motorcycle safety course before receiving a Class M2 license. You must have a Class M2 license for a minimum of 22 months. If you complete an approved motorcycle safety course, you may reduce this time requirement by four months. With an M2 license, you gain more privileges - you may ride at night and on any road. However, at this level:

1. your blood alcohol level must be zero;
2. you will be eligible to take a Class M road test after you have completed the time required with an M2 license;
3. you must pass this test to get a Class M license.
4. With a Class M2 license, the operator can drive a moped, limited-speed motorcycle and a motorcycle.

So like standard motorcycle drivers, new drivers in Ontario applying for their limited-speed motorcycle or moped license will enter Ontario's graduated licensing system. You must be at least 16 years of age and pass a vision test and a test of your knowledge of the rules of the road and traffic signs.

After you pass these tests, you will enter Level One and get an M1 license. You must pass two road tests to become fully licensed on a limited-speed motorcycle or moped. Passing the first road test lets you move to Level Two (class M2 with L condition). Passing the second road test gives you restricted class M driving privileges. With this license, you can drive mopeds and limited-speed motorcycles only; you will not be able to operate a full-powered motorcycle.

If you have turned 16 and want to obtain a M1 license to drive motorcycles you should contact the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) for more information on what to bring with you to apply for the M1 license.