Bike licence

[Louis123]

Whats the deal with a bike licence these days, I'm 18 at the moment and will be 19 next month and I did my CBT when I was 16 which has run out now I think? And I'm wanting to get a motorbike probably just a aprilia rs 125cc for the first year or so but I don't want it with 'L' plates so I can't go on motorways :/ as I'd be wanting to go to work on it aswel so would need to go on motorways.

So my question is what do I need to do to be able to ride a 125cc or higher without 'L' plates? Anyone know?

I know I need to do more than CBT as you have to have 'L' plates with just this licence and it only lasts for 2 years doesn't it?

Thanks,
Lou