Getting your licence (or at least your CBT) is the first step into the world of motorcycling. It’s more complicated than it used to be but with our easy to understand guides, you’ll quickly be able to figure out the licence you need and get on two wheels as quickly as possible.
If you are a young rider looking to purchase your first bike, it is important to know exactly what kind of license you will need, and how and when you will be able to progress to riding larger, more powerful motorbikes as your experience grows. Table of Contents A Provisional Licence Before you can learn …
Before you can ride a bike or moped on pubic roads in the UK you need to complete your CBT training. These course usually only take a day or so to complete, and cost under £150, making them an affordable and easily accessible way to take to the roads. Table of Contents A completed CBT …
You might be aware that you need to complete a CBT before you can start riding, but you may not know exactly what this means. In this article, we cover some of the most commonly asked questions about the motorbike CBT to help you get a head start on becoming a biker. Table of Contents …
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Your Provisional Driving Licence – Everything You Need To Know If you are thinking of starting your journey as a motorcyclist here in the UK, you will need to apply for a provisional driving licence before you can hit the road. Although you need to be 16 years of age to legally drive a moped, …
Motorcycle test fees Motorcycle test fees are charged separately, meaning that you will usually have a new fee to pay every time you move from one test to another. As of 2018, the following costs apply: Cost Of Theory Test £23 Cost Of Module 1 motorcycle test (off-road) £15.50 Cost Of Module 2 motorcycle test …
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Table of Contents What Is The Motorcycle Theory Test? Your motorcycle theory test is a computer based test, devised by the government, and offered at various locations throughout the UK. Anyone wanting a full bike licence must have a motorcycle theory test pass – regardless of any other tests they have taken. Your theory …
Show And Tell Questions The ‘show me, tell me’ questions are vehicle safety questions that driving examiners can ask in category A (motorcycle) riding tests. Some examples of the same could be: Identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check that the engine has sufficient …
Table of Contents Apply for your Provisional Driving Licence Click Here For Our Provisional Motorcycle Licence Guide If you don’t already have a driving licence, to start your journey you need a to apply for, and obtain, a provisional licence. You can apply online using the gov.uk website, or using a D1 Application for a …
Ready To Ride On The Roads? The Motorcycle CBT Explained If you are just starting out as a new rider, you will need to undertake a CBT – Compulsory Basic Training. This training course is, as the name suggests, imperative for anyone wishing to safely and legally ride a moped, scooter or motorcycle in the …
Table of Contents What’s involved in the Module 1 motorcycle test? There are two modules in the practical motorcycle test and you’ll have to pass Module 1 before you can take Module 2 Mod 1 is an off-road test. Don’t be fooled into thinking off-road means that you ride a dirt bike and get muddy; …
Historically, a full car licence permitted drivers to ride a motorcycle up to 125cc without having to take any other tests or entitlements. However, the current rules state that even if you have a full licence for a car, you still have to take your CBT in order to be able to ride a small …
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Motorcycle licence categories are more numerous than those of cars, and getting a motorcycle licence is not as simple as just taking a motorcycle theory test and one-size fits all practical test and riding off into the sunset! There are several different UK motorcycle licence categories that dictate what types of bike you can ride, …
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When you are a minimum of 16 years old, you can ride a 50cc moped with just a Provisional Driving Licence and a Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) certificate. You’ll then be able to ride with L-plates on. The CBT certificate will last you two years until it expires and then you’ll have to retake the …
Which Motorcycles Are Eligible For The A2 Test? If you are planning on undertaking your A2 test, your motorcycle must meet certain criteria in order for it to be used for your motorcycle test. These include having: A capacity of at least 395cc Engine power of between 20 and 35kW A power to weight ratio …
The A2 motorcycle licence will enable you to ride a ‘big’ motorcycle but one that’s restricted. If you’re over 19 years old you can apply for an A2 motorcycle licence. Here’s how: Table of Contents The A2 motorcycle licence What bike can you ride aged 19 to 23? You can ride: If you only want …
Table of Contents What bike can you ride aged 17-19? You can ride: up to a 125cc motorcycle or scooter You’ll need: A CBT, which lasts for 2 years It’ll cost you: Around £170 for the CBT test You can opt for a: Full A1 licence test Overview: When you are a minimum of 17 …
Table of Contents What bike can you ride from 24 years old? You can ride: up to a 125cc motorcycle or scooter with just a CBT or take your A licence (also known as Full or Unrestricted) which will mean you can ride any motorcycle, unrestricted. For a 125, you’ll need: A CBT, which lasts …
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