Compulsory Basic Training
Most learner motorcycle and moped riders must take compulsory basic training (CBT). You then have to pass your full motorcycle test within 2 years or you’ll have to take CBT again.
After you’ve completed your CBT, you can ride a moped or a motorbike up to 125cc on the road with L plates until you pass your full motorcycle test.
What is Involved
Compulsory basic training (CBT) has 5 elements:
- Introduction and eyesight check
- Practical on-site training
- Practical on-site riding
- Practical on-road training
- Practical on-road riding
Moving OnYou’ll move from one element to the next
when your trainer is happy you’ve:
- Learnt the Theory, and
- Shown the practical skills to a safe basic level
What do I need to bring
- Long trousers. Jeans or similar are acceptable as long as the material is hard wearing
- Strong Shoes or boots that cover the ankles and are well fitting, but not steel toe capped boots
- Spectacles or contact lenses if required
- Valid UK driving licence
- Approved helmet, jacket and gloves. If you do not have your own you may hire them for £2.50 per item.
If you are using your own bike you will also need
- Valid Certificate of Insurance
- MOT Certificate (if more than 3 years old)
- Ensure your bike is displaying 'L' plates both front and rear
- Ensure your bike is road worthy
- Ensure your bike is Taxed
