Courses from LET'S RIDE!

CBT : Pre-CBT : Standard Test : Direct Access : Super DAS : Back-to-biking : Instructor

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.

Course Costs

*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).

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Pre-CBT

We get many enquiries from pupils 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 the Pre-CBT 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 two 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 and we can even accomodate pupils from 14 years old upwards.

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 morning and open to everyone.

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Standard Test Training

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 you choose as long as the power output is no greater than 33bhp. After two years this restriction is automatically lifted without having to pass any further tests.

Legal requirements

The minimum age is 17 and you must have also completed the DSA Theory Test.

Course Costs

Prices include bike hire, fuel and practical test fees. CBT, if needed, is booked seperately.

By-the-hour instruction is available at £25.00/hr.

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Direct Access Scheme (DAS)

If you are over 21 years old and wish to obtain a full motorcycle licence which allows you to ride any bike you choose, our Direct Access Scheme (DAS) is for you.

The length of course depends on your experience. We don’t put a novice rider straight on a 500cc motorcycle!

If you are a complete novice we recommend the full 6-day course. The first 2 or 3 days will be spent on the 125cc bike, allowing you to gain vital experience before graduating up to the more powerful machines.

If you had some riding experience a good number of years ago then we recommend the 4 or the 5-day course.

If you have had recent riding experience and have a valid CBT certificate we would recommend the 3-day course.

1 or 2-day courses are available but are only recommended for those of you who may have already taken a training course elsewhere but were unsuccessful in passing your test.

Legal requirements

The minimum age is 21 and you must have also completed the DSA Theory Test.

Course Costs

Prices include bike hire, fuel and practical test fees. CBT, if needed, is booked seperately.

By-the-hour instruction is available at £25.00/hr.

** SPECIAL OFFER ON 1-to-1 TRAINING **

If you'd like the undivided attention of our chief instructor, Richard, for 4 whole days to get you through your test then we've organised this special offer for you.

For the extra amount you will be paying, Richard will supervise you from day one of your training all the way through to your final practical examination. No grouping with other pupils - just four superb days out training under the watchful eye of Richard and his wealth of experience.

You'll also be introduced to advanced riding techniques at no extra charge, setting yourself up nicely for today's busy roads.

Price includes bike hire, fuel and practical test fees. CBT, if needed, is booked seperately.

Limited availability - please contact us.

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Super DAS **NEW FOR 2008!**

Whilst the standard DAS course is the perfect introduction to medium capacity motorcycle riding, we've devised an extension to this for those of you who intend to hop straight onto the high performance machines now available.

Initially you'll begin on a 500cc bike but once we think you are ready you'll graduate up to a fantastic Suzuki Bandit 1200! We'll show you how to control the extra horse power as well as fine tuning cornering techniques - going on rides of far greater distance on roads designed to capatalise on the better handling and power of the Bandit. In other words, setting you up nicely for today's modern sportsbikes.

Being a specialised course you'll be having 1-to-1 training with Richard.

As well as being immense fun you'll learn valuable real-world riding techniques as well as having an introduction to Advanced Riding methods.

Legal requirements

The minimum age is 21 and you must have also completed the DSA Theory Test.

Course Price (1-to-1)

Price includes bike hire, fuel and practical test fees. CBT, if needed, is booked seperately.

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Back-to-Biking

Motorcycles have changed considerably over the last 20 years. Modern day superbikes are more powerful and more technologically advanced than their grand prix counterparts of 10 years ago.

If it’s been some time since you’ve ridden, or maybe you’ve just bought yourself your first high performance machine, why not attend our Back-to-Biking course?

During the day we will start off with the basic skills that riders need and then progress to cover techniques that will enhance your riding.

Cornering is an area of expertise very few riders have a good knowledge of but one that is vital to safe riding. This is one area that is focused on heavily, along with braking techniques.

By the end of the day your riding will have improved considerably as will your confidence.

Course Price (1-to-1)

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13 Columbia Road, Ensbury Park, Bournemouth, Dorset. BH10 4DZ

Super DAS