Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) - Full Details
CBT is a course of mandatory basic motorcycle training which must be completed before a learner moped or motorcycle rider is allowed to ride unaccompanied on the road with L-plates.
CBT takes the form of five training modules, officially known as 'Elements'.
- Element A - Eyesight test, introduction and legal stuff, plus a talk on safety clothing and equipment.
- Element B - Introduction to the bike, it's controls and safety checks.
- Element C - Learning to ride the bike, how to do correct observations and junctions.
- Element D - A theory lesson on road safety and legal requirements.
- Element E - Practical on road riding. This is where you put the lessons learnt into effect, during a ride on the roads that will last at least 2 hours. During this time you will also practice certain exercises learnt during Element C, such as doing U-turns and emergency stopping.
Certificate of completion (DL 196)
There is no test, but you will be required to reach a basic level of skill before the certificate will be issued. When you have satisfactorily completed all 5 elements, you will then be issued with a Certificate of Completion of Training (DL196). This is a legal document which serves to validate the relevant entitlements on the driving licence.
Car drivers who held a FULL car licence before 1st February, 2001 do not require a C.B.T. certificate if they want to ride only a 50cc. However, car drivers who passed their car test after 1st february, 2001 must hold a C.B.T. certificate to validate their full moped entitlement (50cc). Provided the individual only rides a 50cc machine, the C.B.T. certificate will be valid for the life of the driving licence.
A DL196 is valid for 2 years. If you have not passed your practical test within the 2 years, you will have to re-take CBT.
Although most will complete in a day, this is your introduction to riding, and so should not be skimped. We will not allow any student who has not reached a safe level to complete the course, regardless of time taken.
Don't be fooled by guarantees of 1 day completion. When you take your CBT with us, it MAY take longer, but it's your safety that matters to us. If you have never riden a motorcycle before, we strongly advise to complete your CBT before committing to further training and booking your test.
Whether football, rugby, netball or any such game, it is not possible to take part properly nor safely without first knowing the rules! Riding a bike on the road is exactly the same; basic road sense and knowledge of the Highway Code are vital to all road users! Please ensure you read or revise the Highway Code, after-all, signing the Application Form for your Driving Licence is itself acceptance that you will ride within the rules of the road!
We also recommend you use one of our bikes for this training, unless you are already used to your own machine. It does cost more, but if you do drop it, it's better that it's ours than your new pride and joy.
The course costs include fully comprehensive insurance (on our bikes and equipment), use of helmet, gloves, hi-visibility jacket, and waterproof over jacket and trousers. Many training bodies do not supply the waterproofs, but you cannot ride well if you are soaked and cold.
