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CBT

CBT - Compulsory Basic Training

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Anybody wishing to ride any size of moped or motorcycle is required to take this course. At the end of the course (generally a day) you will receive a CBT Certificate which will validate the provisional motorcycle entitlement of your licence. This is valid for 2 years, and allows the holder of the certificate to either ride (with L plates) a vehicle of up to 125cc (50cc for under 17's), or to progress, with further training to obtain a full  licence dependant on age. Click here for laws on age specific motorcycle size

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The course will consist of the following 5 elements

CBT Certificate

DL196 CBT Certificate

sinnis 125cc Motorcycle
Sinnis Moped 50cc

Element A: Introduction

The aims of CBT, making suitable decisions about equipment and clothing, and meeting the eyesight rules.

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Element B: Practical on-site training

How the motorcycle or moped works, what maintenance checks are needed, and getting a feel for the weight and balance of the vehicle.

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Element C: Practical on-site riding

Carrying out manoeuvres safely and under full control, using the brakes, changing gear, and carrying out observations.

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Element D: Practical on-road training preparation Meeting the legal requirements to ride, attitude, positioning, separation distances, speed, anticipating what other road users may do, and preparing for developing hazards.

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Element E: Practical on-road riding

Riding in typical traffic conditions (including traffic lights, roundabouts, junctions, pedestrian crossings, gradients and bends), and carrying out a u-turn and an emergency stop; this element will involve a minimum of 2 hours out on the public roads.

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