Courses from LET'S RIDE!

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CBT : Taster : Standard Test : Direct Access : Advanced : Instructor Training

Compulsory Basic Training

Compulsory Basic Training (or CBT) was introduced by the government on the 1st December 1990. The course objective is to reduce the number of accidents involving motorcyclists. CBT must be completed by all new riders* and covers the following 5 elements;

Designed for the total novice, CBT will take you from zero experience to achieving a minimum standard of safety and competence, as set by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA).

Elements A to D will last approximately 4 hours. Element E will be at least two hours in full radio contact with your instructor with an instructor/pupil ratio of no more than 1 to 2.

When your instructor is happy with your riding you’ll be issued with a certificate of completion of training (DL 196).

The certificate is valid for two years and will allow you to ride a learner legal motorcycle or moped.

If you do not pass your practical test within two years you will need to complete another CBT course to acquire a new certificate.

Legal Requirements

In element A your instructor will check that you have all the legal requirements such as the correct driving licence**, insurance and a roadworthy bike with road tax and MOT (if bike is over 3 years old). L plates must be displayed front and rear, as near to vertical as possible and without being cut down.

After completing a CBT a 16 year old can ride a moped. 17 and older can ride a learner legal 125cc machine.

*If you passed your car driving test before 1st February 2001 then you do not need to complete a CBT if you wish to ride a moped, although it is recommended. The driving licence automatically gives you full moped entitlement.

** You must have category A on your licence if you wish to ride any bike bigger than a moped (category P).

Courses run 7 days a week, beginning at 9am and continuing until training is completed - usually around 4pm but no later than 6pm.

To book, call us now on 01202 889 885!

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An Introduction to Motorcycling - Taster Session

We get enquiries from people who are concerned that they have never ridden before and will be "shown up" in a large group on the main CBT. Whilst this is the last thing we want our pupils to feel we do appreciate things can go a little smoother with a bit of experience beforehand. As such we've devised this taster course. Held completely in our safe off-road environment, the course will get you riding within the first hour and will continue for a further hour going through a series of excercises.

At the end of the course you will be competent in machine control and will have a great head start for your main CBT course.

This course is available to anyone, with or without a licence.

The course has proven very popular as a gift for people who are thinking of riding bikes but are still undecided if they will like it or not and/or are unsure of paying for a full course.

It's a great, fun couple of hours and open to everyone - courses run from 6am to 7pm, 7 days a week.

To book, call us now on 01202 889 885!

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Full licence courses

Standard Test Training & Direct Access Scheme

Standard test or Direct Access?

Standard test training is completed on a 125cc motorcycle. On passing your test you will have a restricted motorcycle licence allowing you to ride any bike up to 33bhp. After two years this restriction is automatically lifted without having to pass any further tests.

The Direct Access Scheme (DAS) is completed on a 500cc motorcycle. On passing your test you will have a full motorcycle licence free of any restrictions.

Legal requirements

The minimum age is 21 for the Direct Access Scheme & 17 for the Standard Test Training. Candidates must have also completed a CBT and the DSA Theory Test.

Course length recommendations & Prices

Course Information

• Motorcycle - 125cc & 500cc
• Helmet, jacket & gloves (if required)
• Fully comprehensive insurance
• Autocom / Alan radio equipment
• Fuel

Further Information

Module 1 & Module 2 Video Guide can be found here.

Need transport? If you live in Bournemouth or Poole we should be able to give you a lift to and from our workshop. Give us a call and we'll see what we can do.

Coming from further afield & need accommodation? We can do B&B for £15/night. Call Richard directly for more details - 07808 922079.

To book, call us now on 01202 889 885!

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Advanced Rider Training

At present LET'S RIDE! isn't offering Advanced Rider Training but we'd be more than happy to recommend trainers or give advice so feel free to give us a call!

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