Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) is required by most riders to validate the motorcycle entitlement on their licence (there are some exceptions for people with a full driving licence - depending upon when this was gained. See Licence Categories for further information).

This is normally a one day course, where you are taught the following, in accordance with the DVSA CBT syllabus:

• Importance of using the right equipment and clothing, plus basic safety;
• Introduction to your motorcycle and its' controls;
• Basic machine maintenance and manual handling;
• Riding on the outdoor "pad" - including:
  • Observations - including "blind-spot";
  • Starting and Stopping;
  • Slow riding;
  • Figures of 8 and slalom;
  • U-turns;
  • Controlled and emergency stops;
  • Normal braking and gear changing;
  • Right and left turns.
•  Classroom based instruction including the system of motorcycle control.

Finally, you will be taken out on the road for a minimum of 2 hours, under the supervision of one of our trained instructors who gives advice and instruction via a radio.

Upon satisfactory completion of the course, you will be awareded a CBT Certificate, which is valid for 2 years.  

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