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CBT : Standard Test : Direct Access

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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Full licence courses

Standard Test Training & Direct Access Scheme

Standard test or Direct Access?

Standard test training (STT) 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

Module 1

Module 2

SUMMER SPECIAL OFFERS

Special Offer #1

Direct Access Scheme - £599

Price includes the following:

• 1½ Days Module 1 training + Module 1 test fee
• 3 Days Module 2 training + Module 2 test fee
• Bike hire - 500cc
• Equipment & clothing hire
• Comprehensive insurance
• Fuel

Special Offer #2

Direct Access Scheme - Experienced Rider - £399

Price includes the following:

• ½ Day Module 1 training + Module 1 test fee
• 2 Days Module 2 training + Module 2 test fee
• Bike hire - 500cc
• Equipment & clothing hire
• Comprehensive insurance
• Fuel

Special Offer #3

CBT + Direct Access Scheme - £699

Price includes the following:

• CBT course (1 day)
• 1½ Days Module 1 training + Module 1 test fee
• 3 Days Module 2 training + Module 2 test fee
• Bike hire - 125cc & 500cc
• Equipment & clothing hire
• Comprehensive insurance
• Fuel
  

Special Offer #4

Unlimited training until you pass - £899

Price includes the following:

• CBT course
• Unlimited training for Module 1 + Module 1 test fee
• Unlimited training for Module 2 + Module 2 test fee
• Bike hire - 125cc & 500cc
• Equipment & clothing hire
• Comprehensive insurance
• Fuel
  

If on the off chance you don't get through the tests on the first attempt (albeit unlikely!), we'll continue training you at no extra charge - all you pay extra is the re-test fee.

Special Offer #5

Private tutoring 1-to-1 & unlimited training until you pass - £1,099

Price includes everything listed in Special Offer #4 but you'll be paired with Richard, the Chief Instructor, for the entire course - no grouping with other pupils - and that includes the CBT.

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.

To book, call us now on 01202 889 885!

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