Compulsory Basic Training (cbt)

The starting point for learners is the Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) course, which was introduced in 1990 to help reduce the very high accident rate among inexperienced motorcyclists. The course is conducted by training organisations that have been approved by the Driving Standards Agency (DSA).

All riders learning on motorcycles or mopeds must successfully complete a CBT course before riding on the road. Also, with effect from 1 February 2001, all new car drivers, who want to validate the full moped entitlement granted with their full car license, must also successfully complete a CBT course.

CBT courses can only be provided by Approved Training Bodies (ATBs). To gain this approval, ATBs must have Instructors who have successfully completed a 2-day assessment by DSA examiners.

What you should bring

You MUST bring a valid driving license: if you have a Photocard type license, you must bring both parts (the plastic card and the paper part), if you have an old type paper license, you also need some photographic identity (passport or work ID card, anything with your photo and your signature).

You are going to ride a motorcycle / moped. To do so, you must have a good condition, legal helmet with a clean, scratch-free visor or motorcycle goggles. You also need tough motorcycle gloves and be dressed in suitable tough clothing, jacket and trousers. Whilst motorcycle clothing is best, you can wear things like tough denim jeans and a tough jacket (denim or waxed cotton is good). All clothing should be well fitting not baggy. On your feet you will need tough boots or shoes, preferably something with ankle protection.

If you are using your own bike, you must bring the insurance certificate and MOT certificate and the bike must be roadworthy.