This CBT motorcycle training course is designed to teach you how to ride a motorcycle or scooter to a basic level, and must be completed before advancing to any further motorcycle training courses.
The CBT motorcycle training course is initially conducted at our safe off-road Training Centre, before finally taking the training onto the road.
It can be completed on an automatic scooter or a manual motorcycle; You MUST supply your own Helmet, Motorcycle Gloves, Sturdy Jacket, Waterproofs and Driving Licence.
There is no pass or fail with a C.B.T as this is a training course. On successful completion of the above elements, you will receive a CBT Certificate, which expires after 2 years. You may now ride up to a 125cc motorcycle if you are aged 17 and above, and at 16 years of age you may only ride up to 50cc motorcycle or scooter. YOU MUST DISPLAY L PLATES TO THE FRONT AND REAR OF YOUR MOTORCYCLE/SCOOTER.
You can re-take your CBT every 2 years – You do not have to take a test.
1st Gear conduct C.B.T’s 7 days a week. Registration is at 7.45am; the finishing time varies.
If you do not complete your CBT on the same day, you will have to re-book additional training for an additional charge.
Vision. You MUST be able to read a vehicle number plate, in good daylight, from a distance of 20 metres (or 20.5 metres where the old style number plate is used).
If you need to wear glasses (or contact lenses) to do this, you MUST wear them at all times while driving.
The Highway Code applies to England, Scotland and Wales and is essential reading for everyone.
The CBT course is divided into five key elements, each designed to progressively build your confidence and skills.
Introduction: Welcome and explanation of the course structure and objectives.
Eye Test: Ensure you can read a number plate from 20 metres away, as per the Highway Code requirements.
Driving Licence: You will need the original, no copies or photos. Make sure it’s in date.
Safety Gear: Importance of wearing appropriate safety gear and how to properly use it.
Familiarisation: Get to know your motorcycle or scooter, including its controls and basic maintenance checks. Being able to take the motorbike on and off the stand. Wheel the bike. Start and stop the engine.
Basic Manoeuvres: Learn and practice basic riding skills such as moving off, stopping, and using the clutch.
Slow Control: Develop control at slow speeds, including balance and steering techniques. Riding a slalom, figure of 8 and U-turn.
Emergency Stop: Practice how to stop quickly and safely in an emergency. Rear observation, turning left and right.
Preparation: Understand the importance of road safety and pre-ride checks.
Theory: Discuss road positioning, observation skills, and hazard perception.
Once you have completed the off-road theory and practical training, you’ll need to be prepared for the on-road element. Your group may need to be split at this point. It is a legal requirement that a trainer manages no more than two students for all on-road parts of CBT motorcycle training. Part D of the on-road training is purely theoretical, and your trainer will take you through all the information and theory needed to understand how to legally and safely ride on the road. These are the foundations of motorcycle riding and cover essential points such as:
Your instructor will ensure that you are ready to move on to the road ride practice, applying what you have learnt on the training facility, and putting it into practice on public highways. After successfully showing that you can safely ride in real-life traffic conditions the instructor will issue a DL196 Certificate on completion of a safe road ride.
Not all new riders are ready to take the on-road element of the CBT and will require further on-site practical training. Also, if the instructor feels that you have not been able to safely put into practice the on-site training on the public highways, he will advise you that you will need additional training before he can issue a DL196.