.: compulsory basic training

CBT - Compulsory Basic Training
This is not a test, it is a one day course designed for students to show a competent and safe level of riding on the road before being issued with a DL196 Certificate, which will last you up two years from the date of issue. The CBT is designed to get you off to the right start on your motorcycling career, and also helps to prepare you for the practical motorcycle test. You do not need to take your motorcycle theory test before completing a CBT.

CBT Format
The course starts with an explanation of the course format and what involved.
This includes a discussion on the correct type of safety clothing and helmets to wear, the Highway Code and how to carry our basic maintenance checks on your machine. Helping you to improve you skills and confidence you will spend half a day in our safe training facility learning how to pull away, stop correctly, demonstrate emergency stops, gear changing and cornering.
The second half of the day will be spent out on the road. This is structured to reinforce and expand your newly acquired skills. If you are competent and show the instructor that you can ride in a safe and proficient manner you will then receive your CBT certificate.

Automatic and Manual machines
As far as CBT is concerned, the certificate is valid for either automatic or manual machines, regardless of the type of machine used on the course.

CBT Syllabus:

Module A
Start Time 08.20
Your instructor will introduce himself to you, check your Driving Licence and eyesight, and explain the course format.

The aims of CBT
This section explains the need for correct clothing, and what to look for when you buy it and also on the importance of wearing protective clothing & legality of safety helmets Kit you out with all safety gear as necessary

Module B
08.45 Approx Start
You will be introduced to your motorcycle or scooter, and the instructor will explain the controls. You will also be given some guidance on basic machine maintenance, with special emphasis on safety.

Module C
09.15 Approx Start
This is where you start learning to ride, beginning with moving off and stopping and developing your skills through a variety of exercises until you are ready to go on the road. Some of the elements that will be covered are:

* Riding according to road, traffic and weather conditions
* Basic handling, moving off, braking and stopping
* Gear changes
* Defensive riding techniques
* Observations and signals use
* Correct left and right turn procedures
* Roundabouts
* Emergency stops and U turns

Module D
12.45 Approx Start
This is a classroom based session about how to ride on the road safely. You are expected to already have a good understanding of the Highway Code.
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Module E
13.30 approx Start
Minimum (legal requirement) two hour road ride.
Your instructor will issue you with a radio, ready for your on-road session. This will last at least 2 hours, and will involve a variety of roads. There will be regular stops to discuss aspects of the ride, with debriefing sessions and discussion of various road hazards.

Finish Time Approx 15.30/16.00

The above is an average day for novice riders on geared bikes. The day can be shorter or longer depending on experience and type of machine used (manual or automatic). However a CBT will not usually be less than six hours.

BREAKS

Two short breaks are usually included in the day at appropriate junctures. It is advisable to bring sandwiches and drinks (particularly in hot weather) for the day. However snacks and drinks can be purchased from a mobile snack van during the week whilst at the training area.

Conclusion
CBT is not a test, it is a one day course designed for students to reach a competent and safe level of riding on the road. This comprises of a five part modular course that you must complete one module at a time to a safe & satisfactory standard. It is important to take into account if you have never ridden a motorcycle or moped before you may not reach this standard in one day.
You MUST bring both parts of you driving licence on the day (this is a legal requirement & failure to do so will forfeit your CBT training)