What is a CBT?
CBT is a course of instruction and assessment for new riders wanting to ride a moped or geared motorcycle. It's the first legal step, and must by law be taken by any new rider before they get on the road using “L” plates.
Don't worry if you have never ridden before, as the course is aimed at complete novices with no experience at all. Our instructors will take you through all the elements, so you safely learn whilst feeling confident and happy.
What age do I have to be?
Age 16 Ride a 50cc moped (geared or automatic)
Age 17+ Ride a 125cc learner bike (geared or automatic
Do I need a CBT?
If you obtained your car licence before 1 February 2001 you do not need to complete a CBT to ride a moped (A moped has an engine not over 50 cc with maximum design speed not exceeding 50 kilometres per hour which is approximately 31 miles per hour)
If you pass your car driving test whilst your DL196 is still current or complete a CBT course and obtain a DL196 after passing your car test, the certificate is not subject to expiry, you will therefore need to keep your DL196 certificate safely. Please note that this applies to mopeds only, for riding motorcycles as a learner the DL196 remains valid for two years
What about the Weather?
If its raining the CBT will still go ahead, after all you will no doubt be riding your bike in the wet. But if there is a lot of standing water, high winds or other adverse weather conditions we may well terminate the course. Don't worry. You will not be expected to pay again, we will finish the course another day. Your safety is paramount.
What do I need to bring?
You will need both parts of your provisional licence. Please don't forget these as you will not be able to take part in the CBT. You must be able to read a number plate at 20.5 metres, wear suitable clothing, no shorts or sandles (we provide helmets, gloves and jackets) and you will need a basic understanding of the highway code and road signs. Do remember the course is for total novices so do try and relax and enjoy the day. And bring something to eat and drink, your CBT will take on average around 7 to 8 hours
What will I be taught?
Element A
The aims and objectives of the course This is classroom based. You will be introduced to the course, told all about the legal part of riding such as MOT, insurance and licence requirements. You will also be told about correct gear to use and the basics about learning to ride safely.
Element B
Introduction to learning the controls Here you will be shown all around the bike. You will learn what each of the controls does, how to do basic checks such as tyre pressures, filling with petrol and oil levels. Taking the bike on and off stand. Walking the bike and how to properly start it are all covered.
Element C
Practical on-site training. The next steps are to move off safely, take correct observations and learn how to use the clutch. We slowly build your experience from slow riding, up to figures of 8 and emergency breaking. Towards the end of this session you will practice right and left turns. All of this is done from one of our off road sites.
Element D
Classroom training on road safety. Now you will have a chance for a break and have an important chat about how to stay safe on the road. Many aspects are covered including Highway Code, vulnerability, visibility, defensive riding and legalities.
Element E
Practical riding on the roads. Your instructor will fit you with a radio and then gradually introduce you to the roads. We start off on quiet back roads with little traffic and then gradually build your confidence and experience of all sorts of traffic. We don't expect you to be an expert as this is CBT and we are just looking for a basic safe standard. The road must last for a minimum of two hours, any training schools offering less than this are breaking the law and jeopordising your safety!
At the end of the course you will be given a CBT pass certificate, this is also called a DL196. The certificate last for two years and allows you to ride a learner bike or moped on the road and also lets you be able to go forward to take your full practical test. Keep it safe as this is a legal document.
What if I don't complete the CBT to a satisfactory Standard ?
The vast majority of our customers get through with one day of training, but please remember that different people do learn at different speeds and you may struggle with certain parts of an element, where ever possible we will travel at your pace but If you need to have more work on any element you can always return to carry on another day. Your safety comes first at all times.
CBT is a course of instruction and assessment for new riders wanting to ride a moped or geared motorcycle. It's the first legal step, and must by law be taken by any new rider before they get on the road using “L” plates.
Don't worry if you have never ridden before, as the course is aimed at complete novices with no experience at all. Our instructors will take you through all the elements, so you safely learn whilst feeling confident and happy.
What age do I have to be?
Age 16 Ride a 50cc moped (geared or automatic)
Age 17+ Ride a 125cc learner bike (geared or automatic
Do I need a CBT?
If you obtained your car licence before 1 February 2001 you do not need to complete a CBT to ride a moped (A moped has an engine not over 50 cc with maximum design speed not exceeding 50 kilometres per hour which is approximately 31 miles per hour)
If you pass your car driving test whilst your DL196 is still current or complete a CBT course and obtain a DL196 after passing your car test, the certificate is not subject to expiry, you will therefore need to keep your DL196 certificate safely. Please note that this applies to mopeds only, for riding motorcycles as a learner the DL196 remains valid for two years
What about the Weather?
If its raining the CBT will still go ahead, after all you will no doubt be riding your bike in the wet. But if there is a lot of standing water, high winds or other adverse weather conditions we may well terminate the course. Don't worry. You will not be expected to pay again, we will finish the course another day. Your safety is paramount.
What do I need to bring?
You will need both parts of your provisional licence. Please don't forget these as you will not be able to take part in the CBT. You must be able to read a number plate at 20.5 metres, wear suitable clothing, no shorts or sandles (we provide helmets, gloves and jackets) and you will need a basic understanding of the highway code and road signs. Do remember the course is for total novices so do try and relax and enjoy the day. And bring something to eat and drink, your CBT will take on average around 7 to 8 hours
What will I be taught?
Element A
The aims and objectives of the course This is classroom based. You will be introduced to the course, told all about the legal part of riding such as MOT, insurance and licence requirements. You will also be told about correct gear to use and the basics about learning to ride safely.
Element B
Introduction to learning the controls Here you will be shown all around the bike. You will learn what each of the controls does, how to do basic checks such as tyre pressures, filling with petrol and oil levels. Taking the bike on and off stand. Walking the bike and how to properly start it are all covered.
Element C
Practical on-site training. The next steps are to move off safely, take correct observations and learn how to use the clutch. We slowly build your experience from slow riding, up to figures of 8 and emergency breaking. Towards the end of this session you will practice right and left turns. All of this is done from one of our off road sites.
Element D
Classroom training on road safety. Now you will have a chance for a break and have an important chat about how to stay safe on the road. Many aspects are covered including Highway Code, vulnerability, visibility, defensive riding and legalities.
Element E
Practical riding on the roads. Your instructor will fit you with a radio and then gradually introduce you to the roads. We start off on quiet back roads with little traffic and then gradually build your confidence and experience of all sorts of traffic. We don't expect you to be an expert as this is CBT and we are just looking for a basic safe standard. The road must last for a minimum of two hours, any training schools offering less than this are breaking the law and jeopordising your safety!
At the end of the course you will be given a CBT pass certificate, this is also called a DL196. The certificate last for two years and allows you to ride a learner bike or moped on the road and also lets you be able to go forward to take your full practical test. Keep it safe as this is a legal document.
What if I don't complete the CBT to a satisfactory Standard ?
The vast majority of our customers get through with one day of training, but please remember that different people do learn at different speeds and you may struggle with certain parts of an element, where ever possible we will travel at your pace but If you need to have more work on any element you can always return to carry on another day. Your safety comes first at all times.
