Info about your driving licence

BF17, B197, B196, the process from application to exam, study tips and help with test anxiety: here you’ll find everything explained compactly, clearly and in a practical way.
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Fast-track course

Quick overview

  • Driving licence in about 2 weeks (V1/V2)
  • Only possible in the District of Ebersberg
  • Success depends on talent and effort – no guarantee

You can find prices in the price calculator.

Requirements

  • Registration at least 3 months in advance
  • Your application must be submitted to the authority in time
  • Appointments must be attended as scheduled

Licence classes

  • B (197), B (78)
  • A, A80, A2

Fast-track V1

  • 2×90 min per day: driving + theory
  • Theory as one-to-one lessons
  • Tightly scheduled (fixed plan)
  • Language: German

Fast-track V2

  • Theory in regular classes (no surcharge)
  • After passing the theory test: practical training planned over 2 weeks (incl. exam)
  • Student receives a fixed schedule

Important notes

  • If the theory test is not passed, the practical exam may still be chargeable (cancellation deadline)
  • The course only makes sense with enough time and consistent studying

BF17 – accompanied driving from 17

What is BF17?

With BF17 you may drive a car from 17 – but only accompanied. You gain real experience early, become safer and start much more relaxed when you drive on your own at 18.

Why BF17?

  • Early practice in a safe setting
  • More routine & less stress at 18
  • Often lower insurance premiums
  • A proven start for young drivers

What can you drive?

  • Cars up to 3,500 kg (with accompanying driver)
  • Class M, L and moped also without an accompanying driver

Until you turn 18 you receive a BF17 authorisation (not the final card licence yet).

Accompanying drivers

  • At least 30 years old
  • Class B for at least 5 years
  • Max. 1 point in Flensburg

Accompanying drivers may advise and give hints – but must not interfere.

Driving without an accompanying driver

  • Fine & point in Flensburg possible
  • BF17 authorisation may be revoked

Until your 18th birthday you may then no longer drive.

B197 – the modern way to drive

What is B197?

You take the practical exam in an automatic car – and still may drive manual cars afterwards.
Automatic exam – afterwards you can drive everything.
Full class B, but with much less exam stress. Training is mixed: you learn automatic and manual, but the exam is only in an automatic car.

Why B197?

  • Relaxed exam in an automatic car
  • No restriction in your licence
  • Modern & safe training
  • Ideal for everyday life, parents’ car & work

Requirements

  • At least 10 driving lessons in a manual car
  • Internal manual-competence test (not TÜV)
  • Entry via driving school & licensing authority

The TÜV practical exam takes place exclusively in an automatic car.

B196 – ride a 125cc with a class B licence

What is B196?

Ride a 125cc with your regular class B licence – without a TÜV exam. Just a short training course at the driving school, then you get the entry.

Requirements for B196

  • 25 years or older
  • Class B for 5 years
  • Training in theory & practice

No theoretical or practical exam required

What can you ride?

  • Light motorcycles up to 125 cc / 11 kW
  • Many models go over 100 km/h
  • Ideal for city, rural areas & commuters

Why B196?

  • No TÜV exam
  • Motorcycle feeling without long training
  • Low running costs and flexible in everyday life

What speaks against B196?

  • Valid only in Germany
  • No direct upgrade path into A classes
  • Minimum age 25
  • Shorter training than a “real” motorcycle class
  • Not suitable for riding abroad
  • No separate licence card – it is an extension

B96 – trailer extension

What is B96?

B96 is an extension of class B for larger trailer combinations. You get code 96 after a compact training course – without an additional TÜV exam.

Which combination is possible?

  • Towing vehicle class B + trailer
  • Total weight of the combination up to 4,250 kg
  • Ideal for caravans, horse trailers, boat trailers

How does the training work?

  • Hands-on training (manoeuvring, coupling & uncoupling)
  • Driving with a trailer in city/rural traffic
  • Key rules on load securing & combination length

When is BE the better choice?

If you regularly drive heavier trailers or want more reserves, BE is often the better solution. We’re happy to advise what really fits your trailer.

Class B & B78 – car

Class B

The classic car licence. We guide you in a structured way from application to exam – without stress.

B78 – automatic restriction

With B78 the practical exam is taken in an automatic car. Afterwards you may drive automatic vehicles only. If you want to drive manual cars later, B197 is often the better option.

Tip

Not sure what fits you best (B, B78 or B197)? Tell us briefly how you want to drive later – we’ll recommend the most sensible option.

Class BE – trailer (large)

When do you need BE?

If you regularly want to handle heavy trailers safely and need more reserves.

Practical focus

  • Manoeuvring, reversing around a corner
  • Coupling & uncoupling, checks
  • Driving with the combination (city/rural)

Exam

BE usually includes a practical exam. We prepare you in a structured way.

Licence conversion

What does conversion mean?

If you already have a driving licence from another country, a conversion may be required.

How does it work?

  • Check documents & submit application
  • Depending on the country: theory and/or practical
  • Targeted preparation instead of “collecting hours”

Tip

Bring your licence and all documents you have – then we can tell you immediately what is required.

Class A – motorcycle (unrestricted)

What is class A for?

With class A you may ride motorcycles without power restriction – also with sidecar.

Ways to qualify

  • Direct entry (depending on age)
  • Upgrade from A2 to A (after holding A2)

Practical content

  • Basic manoeuvres (slalom, evasive, braking)
  • Safe cornering, visual technique
  • Rural & city – practical training

A80 – class A with code 80

What does A80 mean?

With A80 you can obtain class A from age 21. Until your 24th birthday a restriction to A2 (35 kW) applies – afterwards it automatically becomes unrestricted class A, without another exam. Training and exam are like class A; code 80 saves the later upgrade.

Benefit

You save an extra upgrade exam later when the restriction ends.

Important

Which option fits you depends on age and prior licence – we explain it in the first consultation.

Class A2 – motorcycle up to 35 kW

Quickly explained

A2 is the popular motorcycle class with power restriction – ideal as an entry level.

Typical topics

  • Balance, slow riding, sight line
  • Emergency braking & evasive manoeuvre
  • Cornering line & building lean angle safely

Upgrade to A

After the required holding period you may upgrade to class A.

Class A1 – 125cc

Quickly explained

With A1 you ride light motorcycles up to 125 cc – perfect for everyday life and city.

Focus areas

  • Basic manoeuvres & safe braking
  • Traffic observation & visual technique
  • Riding in city and rural areas

Perspective

Later upgrades to A2 and A are possible.

Class AM – scooter/moped

Quickly explained

AM is the classic entry into two-wheelers – for scooters and mopeds (depending on vehicle type).

What you learn

  • Starting, braking, cornering
  • Recognise hazards & drive defensively
  • Practice in real traffic

Tip

Especially at the beginning, a solid basic technique pays off – we practise without stress.

Mofa – test certificate

Quickly explained

Mofa is the entry level for 25 km/h – with lessons and a test certificate.

Content

  • Basic rules & road signs
  • Practical exercises (braking, cornering, starting)
  • Safe behaviour in traffic

Note

Depending on your situation, we’ll explain which documents you need.

Your path to the driving licence

Your roadmap

  • Registration: anytime
  • Application: up to 6 months before
  • Theory exam: up to 3 months before
  • Practical exam: up to 4 weeks before

Documents

For your application you typically need:

  • Passport photo
  • Eye test
  • First aid
  • Signature sheet

Theory

  • 6 or 12 double lessons of basic material
  • 2 or 4 double lessons class-specific
  • Theory exam

Practical

The number of practice lessons is individual and depends on learning progress, prior experience and concentration. We plan transparently – and tell you honestly where you stand.

  • Practice lessons as needed
  • Mandatory special drives
  • Practical exam

Study effectively

FahrenLernen Max

  • Complete official questions
  • Exam mode like at TÜV
  • Videos for the exam area

Very exam-focused and structured – you quickly see where you stand.

Option 2 – ADAC app

Solid entry level – but usually less in-depth than professional learning systems.

  • Good for getting started
  • Less exam-focused

Option 3 – cheap apps

  • Often incomplete
  • Higher risk due to gaps

The right driving school

How do you recognise quality?

  • Modern vehicles
  • Clear & transparent processes
  • Patient, professional instructors
  • Good organisation & fixed contacts
  • A good learning system

Why not choose only the cheapest price?

  • Extremely cheap looks good at first – in the end structure & quality matter
  • Good training often saves time, nerves and detours
  • Important: transparency instead of surprises
  • Training also in foreign languages

What should you test?

  • Attend a theory lesson
  • Look at vehicles & rooms
  • Ask questions – clear answers

Other people’s experiences

Ask friends and family: Was the teaching good? Was it explained patiently? Did you feel well taken care of?

Test anxiety – relaxed into the exam

No tricks

  • Examiners don’t set traps
  • It’s about safe, calm driving
  • Mistakes are normal – perfection is not required

Stay calm

  • Come well-rested & on time
  • Less pressure: don’t tell everyone your exam date
  • Come alone – without a “fan club”
  • If possible, take the day off (school/work)

What really helps

  • Drive like you do in your lessons – calm & safe
  • No sedatives
  • Drink enough & eat normally
  • Caffeine only if you’re used to it

Don’t expect perfection

No one expects you to drive perfectly. Drive like in your last lessons. Overdoing checks or driving extremely slowly often creates new mistakes instead of safety.

Most people become really good drivers only after many thousands of kilometres.

Why Fahrschule Aschmann

Modern vehicles

  • Current Mercedes models
  • Current Honda models
  • Safe and comfortable
  • Easy to operate
  • Driver-assistance systems for the exam

Patient instructors

  • Calm and friendly
  • Clear explanations
  • No pressure, no stress
  • Communication via modern channels

Clear, fair processes

  • Transparent steps from start to exam
  • You always know what comes next
  • No hidden costs
  • Individual meeting points

Strong preparation

  • Realistic preparation
  • Focus on TÜV-relevant content
  • Many pass on the first try