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Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)

The foundational course for all new riders, ensuring you have the basic skills and knowledge to ride safely on the road. CBT is the quickest way to get riding — complete it in a day and you can ride a moped or, with L plates, a 125cc motorcycle.

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What to expect

There are 5 elements that make up the CBT, all completed in a single day with one of our grade A instructors.

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Step 1

Introduction & purpose

  • Licensing and eyesight check required.
  • Topics: helmets, appropriate clothing, and legal requirements.
2
Step 2

Practical on-site training

  • Introduction to motorbike controls, safety checks, stands, wheeling, and engine operation.
3
Step 3

Practical on-site riding

  • Off-road riding: moving off, stopping, straight-line riding, slow riding, steering manoeuvres, figure of 8, U-turns, braking, and gear changes.
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Step 4

Practical on-road training

  • Theory session: highway code, road safety, legal requirements, road positioning, and attitude.
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Step 5

Practical on-road riding

  • Minimum of two hours on-road riding with a trainer, handling various situations and hazards.

Pricing

Choose to train on an automatic 50cc moped or a manual 125cc bike. Both options include the full day of training outlined above.

Automatic

50cc Moped

£195 / day
  • Full day CBT course
  • Moped & helmet hire included
  • No gears — twist and go
  • Ideal for complete beginners
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Manual

125cc Bike

£215 / day
  • Full day CBT course
  • 125cc bike & helmet hire included
  • Learn to use gears & clutch control
  • Best if you plan to progress to A1/A2/DAS
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Already passed your CBT?

Take a look at A1, A2, full A (DAS) and the Enhanced Rider Scheme (ERS) to keep progressing.

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