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The CBT course was introduced in December
1990 with the aim of improving road safety and reducing motorcycle
accidents. All learner motorcycle, scooter and learner moped riders must
successfully complete a CBT course before riding on the road. The only
exception being if you have passed a car driving test before 1 February
2001, then you are permitted to ride a 50cc moped restricted to 30 mph
(50kmph) on that licence without having to obtain a CBT.
The CBT course contains the five elements that provide all the requirements
laid down by the Department of Transport, and combines these with a whole
range of additional information to ensure a complete understanding of basic
motorcycling or scooter riding skills and forms the basis for safe and
enjoyable riding for life.
The course is designed for the beginner. It is a training course
and not a test, so don't worry if you have never ridden a motorcycle/moped - this
course is designed for YOU!
Once you have successfully completed your CBT, you will be issued a DL196 (CBT)
certificate which will allow you to ride up to a 125 cc (if you are 17 and
over) motorcycle or scooter. Your vehicle must display L-plates and you may
not carry passengers (pillions). The CBT certificate remains valid for two
years. If in that time you have not taken and passed a practical test for
category A A1 or A2 you will have to take another CBT course to carry on
riding.
CBT using our scooter or bike?
Alternatively use your own if it is fully road legal. For guide prices please look
here.
Our terms and conditions are
here.
A comprehensive guide
to the CBT course can
be viewed
here.
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