If you are 16 and have just received your provisional moped licence, you will need to successfully complete a Compulsory Basic Training course. Once you have acquired your CBT certificate (form DL196), you can ride alone displaying ‘L’ plates. Remember that your DL196 is only valid for two years. We would advise that you remain at learner status until you are 17 and then put in for your practical bike test on a 125cc geared bike.
If you are 17 or over you can choose whether to complete your CBT on an automatic scooter or a 125cc geared motorcycle, Once you have acquired your CBT certificate (form DL196), you can ride alone displaying ‘L’ plates. Remember that your DL196 is only valid for two years. Compulsory Basic TrainingThe most important day of your riding career is conducted to DSA guidelines and usually takes 5–7 hours to complete. ALL equipment is provided free of charge. All you need to bring is your two part Driving Licence, a bottle of water and a sense of humour.
Car drivers who passed their test before Feb.2001 already hold full moped entitlement, but we still recommend you complete a CBT course
CBT is a ONE day course designed by the Driving Standards Agency to ensure that all novice riders have the basic skills prior to taking to the road.
WHAT’s INVOLVED
During the day we will cover the following elements:-
A. CBT introduction. Everything from what to wear and why.
B. On site training. Controls, maintenance, using the stand etc.
C. On site riding. Controlled braking, slow riding techniques etc.
D. On road training. Pre-road ride discussion, ie; what to expect.
E. On road riding. Out on the road in radio contact.
A correctly run CBT will take around 6-8 hours to complete, it is a fun day but with a serious message.
CBT is NOT a test, it is an assessment where mistakes can be corrected.
The DSA allow 4:1 training on site but only 2:1 training on the road.
Before your CBT, READ & LEARN the Highway Code, as it enables road-users to interact safely.
Towards the end of the 2 hour minimum road ride, you must show us that you can ride safely and considerately, before being awarded your DL196 certificate (Certificate of Completion of an approved Training Course).
COSTS
Compulsory Basic Training course fee = £130
Part payment/Deposit of £30 (card, cash or cheque) will secure your place.
No penalty if course is postponed, provided we receive at least 24hrs notice.
Producers of a previous CBT certificate receive a £5 discount.
Holders of a Full car licence receive a £5 discount.
Riders using their own bike receive a £5 discount, Must arrive legally.
Client must have proof of insurance, MOT if applicable, Road tax and mirrors.
A2B POLICY
Once booked, your course will proceed even on a 1:1 basis.To ensure quality training is given, one A2B instructor is assigned to ONE pair of students.CBT courses start at 9am, giving each student every opportunity to reach a safe standard within 8hrs.A return training visit is sometimes required, simply involves a 2hr road ride at our current hourly rate.
EQUIPMENT
The course price includes an automatic scooter or 125cc geared motorcycle, fuel and insurance. If you have riding gear, then bring it, alternatively A2B will equip all students with helmet, jacket, over-trousers and gloves at no extra charge. We do not supply footwear but recommend stout shoes or boots (not steel toe caps).
BOOKINGS
Courses are run weekends & weekdays. Please book 14 days in advance if you require a Saturday or Sunday CBT and 7 days notice for a weekday CBT.
PAYMENT METHODS
· By cash
· By cheque payable to “RBR t/a A2B-SOM”.
· By any major credit/debit card, phone - 01202 716 717
· By bank transfer to:- RBR-Automech Ltd, Lloyds TSB, Acct. No. 01548082, Sort code 30-93-25
WHAT TO BRING
We need to see your UK/EC photo card Driving Licence.We need to see your UK Counter Part Licence.We recommend you bring some refreshment drink/snack.
WHERE TO MEET
We meet at 09:00hrs at The Hamworthy Club, Magna Road, Canford Magna, Wimborne, BH23 3AP.(Or by arrangement, 08:30 hrs at our Alder Road sales office).
A2B are located at 125 Alder Road (A3040) very close to the junction of Herbert Avenue.
From Ashley Road/Homebase roundabout proceed down Alder Road hill, as you climb the hill and cross the second set of traffic lights take the very first driveway on your left just before the Alder Road Baptist Church.
From the Wallisdown Road/Kinson Road roundabout proceed down Alder Road hill towards Sainsbury’s roundabout and take the second exit, continue along Alder Road passing a parade of shops on your right, turn into the last driveway on the right immediately before the Herbert Avenue traffic lights.
There is adequate parking outside 125/127 Alder Road or continue up the driveway between 121 & 123 and park at the rear of our property.
You can re-sit a CBT every 2 years, however, we would advise that you consider training for and taking a DSA practical bike test before your CBT expires. When we take you for test, the examiner will want to see a valid CBT Certificate, your UK Driving Licence and a valid motorcycle Theory Test pass certificate. So you will need to study for and pass the DSA’s Motorcycle Theory Test.
1). Q. I am sixteen, what can I ride? A. Once you have taken your CBT, you can ride a moped only. However, the day you turn 17 you can ride a 125cc (geared or auto) with the same CBT certificate.
2). Q. I am 17 and have booked an A2 m/c test. If I pass what can I ride and when can I ride any size of bike? A. Anyone over 17 who passes the A2 m/c test will be restricted to a 33 BHP m/c for two years. After this time, regardless of age, you can ride any m/c.
3). Q. I've got a valid CBT certificate, but I did it on a 50cc automatic, can I ride anything else? A. Yes. The CBT is just a course of training, not a test, so regardless of what machine you used, you may ride any learner legal powered two wheeler, auto or manual upon completion of your training, providing you hold the correct entitlemet.
4). Q. Does it matter which order I take my CBT and Theory test in? A. No.
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