Introduction

• Introduced in 1990 the CBT was designed to give budding motorcyclists the basic skill and ability to ride safely on our roads up to a required standard.
• Carried out over one day and covering 5 modules the student will attend both on and off road training sessions.
• At the end of the course the successful student will be able to ride a motorcycle of up to 14.6 bhp (11kw) for 2 years. He/She must display  'L' plates and will not be able to carry any passengers or go down any motorways

 License Requirements

• Provisional Licence - On your photo card there should be a picture of a bike above the picture of a car. Here you must make sure the end date is still valid.
• Full Licence - If you have a full driving licence the letter 'A' (motorcycle entitlement) must appear on the paper part of your licence (the counterpart) under provisional entitlement.
• To view information on your licence you can click on DVLA. Alternatively you can view additional information about your licence on their other website Directgov.

• Before arriving you should have a comprehensive knowledge of the Highway code The DSA have produced a book called 'The Official Highway Code',  they have also produced a guide for beginners, called `The Official DSA Guide to Learning To Ride’. We suggest that both these books become acquired reading for the beginner and are studied prior to attending the CBT. These are available in our bookshop.

 Suggested Reading - Produced by the DSA   

• The Official Highway Code', 
• The Official DSA Guide to Learning To Ride’.

           Both of these books can be obtained from our bookshop

• Students are welcome to use their own machine provided it is roadworthy. It must be taxed and have an MOT (if required) and you must have valid insurance for the bike. These documents must be produced when attending your training.

 About the course

• The course is designed to give you the basic skills required to ride a motorcycle, and is spread over 5 modules.
• Module 1 is done off road and deals with clothing and equipment. This will enable you to make the right choice when purchasing clothing. To view our selection of clothing please pop into our shop.
• Modules 2 - 4 These are also off road and deal with the basic skills required to ride your motorcycle.
• Module 5 Carried out on road. Here you will spend a minimum of 2 hours practising those skills that you gained throughout the morning sessions.

 Eyesight Check       

• Before moving out on the riding area and before commencing modules 2-4  you will be given an eyesight test. You must be able to read a licence plate from 67 feet (20.5m) Please bring glasses or contacts (if needed).

 Conclusion

• If you have been successful in all 5 modules we will issue you with a CBT certificate (DL196). This will allow you to ride a 125cc motorcycle with a power output no greater than 14.6 bhp (11kw). You must display `L’ plate’s front and rear, not carry any passengers or go on any motorways. You must also have valid insurance for your vehicle.