Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)
Never Ridden Before?
No problem, we will teach you.
Don't Own A Motorcycle?
No problem, use one of ours.
Compulsory Basic Training or CBT is the first step for people who wish to ride a motorcycle or scooter.
CBT is a legal requirement for anyone who wishes to ride on the road as a learner motorcycalist.
A CBT will normally be completed in a day and will equip you with the basic skills required to enable you to ride safely.
A CBT certificate remains valid for 2 years and enables a person to ride motorcycle or scooters up to 125cc.
Don‘t worry you will not be expected to ride on the public road right away. We have a private area at each of our stores where we will teach you how to control the motorcycle/scooter, and allow you to become confident and comfortable on the motorcycle/scooter before heading out onto the road.
In addition to learning to physically ride a motorcycle/scooter you will also be taught basic road rules. This includes traffic lights, roundabouts, junctions etc. This is mainly for the benefit of non-drivers who have no previous road experience but serves as a useful refresher for those who can drive.
A test pass on a 125cc Motorcycle will allow you to ride any size bike with a power output of up to 33bhp (25kw). Or you can ride a more powerful bike that is fitted with a 33bhp restrictor kit.
This 33bhp restriction lasts for 2 years, after which time your licence will automatically mature to allow you to ride any size of bike with no power restriction.
If you are 21 or over you can take a Direct Access test also known as DAS this will allow you to by pass the two year restriction. This test must be taken on a bike with at least 46.6bhp usually a 500cc bike. A DAS pass will allow you to ride any bike with no power restrictions.
Required
- Both the photo card and paper part of your license
- Helmet (one can be provided)
- Legal documents if you are using your own bike (tax, insurance and MOT).
Recommended
- Warm, waterproof and protective clothing including boots and gloves.
Whichever route you choose, a theory test pass is required before you can undertake a practical motorcycle test.
The theory test is not difficult providing you prepare for it. Study books are available at all good bookstores.
Should you have any difficulty obtaining the relevant books or are in any doubt please contact us for help.
For More Information Call Swansea (01792) 301106
