I agree with WR6133 and others that it's much less about legislation and more about economy, by the time you buy several bikes (one for each stage of the test route) and all the gear as we now couldn't possibly ride a motorcycle without 'all the gear, all the time' it is much more practical for youngsters to pass their car test and have effective and economical transport for themselves and their mates. Like it or not riding motorcycle is a style choice more than economical transport. For most it is something we do because we want to and because we enjoy it. One of my sons followed the CBT/125 route, thoroughly enjoyed riding and wants to progress to bigger bikes but the cost is just prohibitive as he can afford a bike or a car but not both and he needs the car for work.
