Available Courses

Click on any of the following links for further information:

Compulsory Basic Training
Theory / Hazard Perception Test
A2 Restricted Licence
Direct Access - DAS
Back to Biking / Refresher Training
Advanced Riding / Confidence Booster Courses
Ladies Only Courses

Compulsory Basic Training

CBT was introduced in December 1990.
If you want to ride a motorcycle on the road you must have a CBT certificate.
The minimum age for CBT is 16 years.
This is a mandatory course of instruction, there is no time limit but it is normally taken over one day that begins in a safe off road area. CBT is not a Test.
There are 5 elements to CBT.

1. Introduction
2. Practical on-site training
3. Practical on-site riding
4. Practical on-road training
5. Practical on-road riding

If you are 16 years of age you are limited to a 49cc machine, if you are 17 years or older you can take the CBT on a 125cc machine. After successfully completing the CBT you can ride on the road on your own displaying L plates. You can NOT carry a pillion passenger.

Full Car Licence Holders

A full car licence is also a full moped licence (up to 50cc only) but: If you passed your test after 01/02/01 you must do a CBT to validate your licence.

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Theory / Hazard Perception Test

( you do not need a theory test to complete a CBT )

To take a motorcycle test you must first pass a theory and a hazard perception test. The tests are conducted at various centres around the country, these are run by the DSA (driving standards agency). We can book your theory test for you or you can book your own by calling 0870 01 01 372.

The theory test consists of 35 questions, you must answer at least 30 correctly to pass the first part of the test. The second part is the Hazard Perception test, this is 15 short video clips each worth 5 points giving a total possible score of 75. You must score at least 44 points to pass this part of the test. If successful you will be issued a pass certificate.

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A2 Restricted Licence

This can be taken by anyone over the age of 17 years.

In order to get an A2 licence you must be over 17 years and you will take your practical test on a 125cc motorcycle. After successfully passing your test you can remove your L plates but will be restricted to riding a machine of less than 33bhp for 2 years.
If you turn 21 during that period you can upgrade to your Full Unrestricted licence by sitting the Accelerated Access test.

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Direct Access - DAS

This can be taken by anyone over 21 years.

Taken in order to get a full unrestricted motorcycle licence, you must be over 21 years. Direct Access means that you will take your practical test on a machine over 46.6bhp, usually a 500cc machine.

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Back to Biking / Refresher Training

This course is designed for anyone coming back into motorcycling after a long break. You can use either your own machine and start the training from your own home, or come to us and use one of our 125cc or 500cc loan bikes.

These courses are tailored to suit the individual’s needs and can be booked by the day or hourly lessons.

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Advanced Riding / Confidence Booster Courses

This course can be taken on your own bike starting from your own home if you wish, or one of our loan 125cc or 500cc loan machines.
The course can be tailored to suite the individuals needs and is designed to hone and improve your skills beyond that of the basic test standard.
Dealing with different types of roads, traffic situations and some of the more interesting aspects of motorcycling like overtaking and filtering, country lanes and cornering, motorways and duel carriageways and counter steering.

This course can be booked by the day or a minimum of 3 hours is recommended to get the most benefit from it.

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Ladies Only Courses

Ladies if you wish to learn to ride a motorcycle or scooter, but feel uncomfortable or nervous learning in the presence of male students, don't be put off! We also organise courses for ladies only.

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What Do I Need To Bring With Me For Training?

Driving licence (both parts of photo licence, if old paper type licence bring proof of i.d.)
Glasses contact lenses if worn/required
Sturdy footwear and tough clothing advised.
A packed lunch and drink if required.

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Students are expected to respect any item of equipment, either loaned or hired to you. Any misuse could result in a charge.

Training Vouchers

Training vouchers are now available in £10, £20, £50 and £100 denominations, please contact us for further details.

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