Flexible Training

1st Gear gives you the confidence and experience you require to enjoy the freedom of motorcycling.Our training has been designed for all riders to ensure a safer future for motorcycling.All of our courses can be arranged to suit your busy work schedule. We have two main training routes, both of which include Theory Training and Test.

• All new riders begin with the CBT (Compulsory Basic Training).
• You must take a CBT before riding on the road.
• A CBT is usually gained within one days training.
• A CBT certificate is valid for 2 years on a Provisional or Full Licence.
• If you do not pass a Practical Test within this time you will have to take your CBT again.

If you are over 21 Then you can do the Direct Access Test

• Do your CBT.
• Pass your Theory Test.
• Ride a 125cc bike with L-Plates, or ride a bigger bike while accompanied by an approved instructor , on another bike, keeping in radio contact.
• Pass a practical motorcycle test on a bike with a power output of a least 46.65bhp - our 500cc bikes do the job.

If you are under 21 but have a full car licence Or if you don't want to do the Direct Access Test, then you can follow this route

• Do your CBT.
• Pass your Theory Test.
• Ride a 125cc bike with L-Plates
• Pass a practical test on a 125cc bike.
• You have an (A2) Standard Motorcycle Licence. You can now ride any bike up to 33bhp and carry a passenger. 

• After 2 years you will be given an unrestricted licence and you can ride anything.