If you’re a learner motorcyclist or moped rider, you need to complete a CBT course in order to ride unaccompanied on Britain’s highways. Book Theory Test Today explains CBT.
Compulsory Basic Training Overview
Introduced on December 1, 1990 CBT was implemented to combat the rising number of accidents caused by inexperienced motorcyclists and moped riders. The course must be completed by a learner motorcyclist or moped rider and is valid for two years from the date of completion.
Any learner motorcyclist or moped rider must take the CBT course under the supervision of a qualified motorcycle instructor who is registered with a recognised Approved Training Body (ATB). However, if you’re learning to ride a moped and you obtained a car driving licence before February 1, 2001 you are not required to complete a CBT course.
I’m a learner motorcyclist in Northern Ireland, what are the rules for me?
The CBT course was not introduced in Northern Ireland until 2011. From February 21, 2011 a learner motorcyclist or moped rider in Northern Ireland is required to complete the CBT course. A learner motorcyclist or moped rider who acquired their provisional licence before CBT was introduced had to pass their test before February 21, 2012.
If a learner motorcyclist or moped rider did not pass their practical motorcycle test before this date they were required to take the CBT course. Anyone passing a car driving test before February 21, 2011 was able to keep their moped entitlement without needing to take a CBT course.
What does the CBT course involve?
Book Theory Test Today says: “The CBT course consists of five elements and you will progress through each element provided that your instructor is happy you’ve learnt and understood the theory and shown practical skills at a basic level of safety.â€
The five elements of the CBT course are:
- introduction and eyesight check
- practical on-site training
- practical on-site riding
- practical on-road training
- practical on-road riding Â
Will I be the only learner motorcyclist?
Book Theory Test Today says: “No. Chances are you will train with other learner motorcyclists, but there is a maximum number, depending on the session.â€
For sessions that take place on-site, i.e. not on the road, an instructor can work with a maximum of 4 learners.
For training taking place on the road, an instructor can work with a maximum of 2 learners.
Completing the CBT course
If a learner motorcyclist or moped rider successfully completes the CBT course to a minimum standard they are issued with a certificate of completion.
A certificate of completion permits the holder to ride a motorcycle or moped up to 125cc on the road, complete with L plates, for 2 years. If you do not pass your full motorcycle test within this 2 year period you will need to complete another CBT course.
Bear in mind that the CBT certificate of completion is a legal document as it proves that you’re entitled to operate a motorcycle or moped as provisional rider. If you’re ever stopped by the police they may ask you to produce it, so keep it safe.
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