Motorcycle Training Courses - Motorcycle Training
Here at Advanced Riding Techniques we can offer tuition to meet your individual needs, this is in line with the Driving Standards Agency's (DSA) ideals "The agency supports a modular, structured approach to training over a period of time". This approach, meeting with a trainees learning ability, should enable them to develop and subsequently demonstrate the appropriate skills required to be safe on a motorcycle.
New Rider Course (NRC)
This is a two-hour introduction to riding a motorcycle, essential for people with no experience or who are nervous or anxious about riding from the first time. (for further info & online booking see here)
Motorcycle Theory Test (MTT)
Must be taken before a full license can be booked. (for further info & online booking see here)
Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)
CBT course is not a test it is basic training and consists five part module assessment of you skills, this is done over the course of a day (8.45-17.00) but does not guarantee you will receive a certificate at the end of the 1st day, unless you are able to demonstrate your ability to continue as a learner for a two year period. Everybody has to complete CBT before you can take further training.
You do not need to take a Motorcycle theory test before a CBT can be taken. (for further info & online booking see here)
Standard (A2) and Lightweight (A1) motorcycle training and Tests
This is the test you must take if you are under 21 years of age or just wish to ride a 33BHP (25KWH) motorcycle, the training & test is taken on a 125cc motorcycle (11KWH, 14.6BHP) after two years, the 33BHP limit expires, if the motorcycle that you test on is less than 120cc you will only gain a full license to ride up to a 125cc machine (A1) (for further info & online booking see here)
Direct Access Scheme (DAS)
You must be over 21 years of age and the bike that you use for training & test must produce at least 46.6 BHP (35 KWH) upon passing the test you can ride any size motorcycle with no power restrictions.
Enhanced Rider Scheme (ERS)
Advanced Motorcycle training has been around for a long time in many guises, here at ART all of our Instructors are on the Register of Post License Motorcycle Trainers (R.P.M.T)
The Enhanced Rider Scheme is the only scheme that has to be delivered by registered, professional, and more importantly insured to teach Advanced or Post license motorcycle training.
Upon recieving a ERS certificate this will gain you an insurance discount of up to 17%. (for further info & online booking see here)
First Bike on Scene (FBOS)
This course is a specific motorcycle first aid course. (for further info & online booking see here)
Additional Information
For the price of your individual course, start with a NRC then add together the CBT plus however many days that you wish to train with us (you will be advised of this when completing your CBT or Free assessment).
All of our motorcycle training & lessons are priced on a per day basis, and are fully inclusive of everything you will need.
All the above courses include the use of helmet, jacket, trousers, gloves & waterproofs. Most training courses start at 9am until 4pm, unless otherwise stated. The time of your test will be agreed with ART at time of booking.
Hourly rates for our courses compare very favorably with other training schools when a full days training is broken down by the hour, (A2/125cc - £20.00 per hour inc. bike hire; DAS/500cc - £22.14 per hour inc. bike hire).
We also have out own dedicated school with secure off road training site and classroom that operates seven days a week (we do not share car parks or school playgrounds on a part-time basis).
Course Checklist:
- You must bring your UK driving license every day of the course. (Both parts for photo card licenses)
- On all practical motorcycle test courses you will need Driving License, CBT certificate & theory test certificate.
- Check that your license has the correct provisional entitlements, category A for motorcycles, category P for mopeds, if you have a full car entitlement these can usually be found on the driving license paper counterpart (D740).
- Before taking the Practical Motorcycle Test, you will need to have passed the Motorcycle theory test. For theory test bookings phone the Driving Standards Agency on 0300 200 1122 or book online at www.dsa.gov.uk.
- Make sure that your eyesight meets the minimum requirement & bring glasses/contact lenses if necessary.
- You must be able to read a vehicle number plate from a distance of 20 metres (66 ft) for old style number plates 20.5 metres (67ft),
- If you are using your own machine, ensure that it is legal, roadworthy and fitted with L plates & we must see your insurance and MOT certificates.
- If it's cold, dress in warm clothes and even in hot weather you must still wear long trousers.
Before you start your training, Study the Highway Code!
Book now by calling 01293 413330
