Book CBT compulsory basic training in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire

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PRT Motorcycle Training Baldock

CBT Site, Hitchin Town Football Club, Norton Road, Baldock, SG7 5AU

Approx. distance: 7.1 miles

SBT Motorcycle Training Letchworth

Unit 22 Such Close, Letchworth Garden Ci, SG6 1JF

Approx. distance: 7.5 miles

Camrider Bedford

Oasis Leisure Pool, Cardington Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0BZ

Approx. distance: 8.4 miles

PRT Motorcycle Training St Neots

One Leisure Centre, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 2SA

Approx. distance: 9 miles

BMW Rider Training Royston

Highfields Business Park, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5JT

Approx. distance: 9.9 miles

1 On 1 Rider Training Ltd Bedford

Faldo Farm, 1 Moat View, Faldo Rd, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4RF

Approx. distance: 11 miles

Bedford Motorcycle Training

Tippings, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9HJ

Approx. distance: 11.8 miles

Bike Sense Cambridge

Bourn Airfield, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB23 2TA

Approx. distance: 12.1 miles

Chiltern Motorcycle Training Bedfordshire

Dunstablians RUFC, Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire, LU5 6JW

Approx. distance: 16.5 miles

Camrider Cambridge

Unit 25, London Road Industrial Estate, Sawston, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB22 3EE

Approx. distance: 18.6 miles

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Locate CBT compulsory basic training in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire

Have you been searching for a company that can help you complete CBT compulsory basic training in Biggleswade or nearby in Sandy, Potton and SheffordBookCBTNow is the website you need. We can help you find your  local motorbike training centres and help you get out on the road safely.Completing your 'Compulsory Basic Training' CBT test will allow you to ride any scooter, moped, electric motorbike, 50cc moped or 125cc motorbike of your choice. All you'll need to do is get a provisional UK license, suitable clothing and then book your CBT.

What does CBT stand for?

CBT stands for Compulsory Basic Training, this is something that was introduced in 1990 and it aims to reduce motorcycle accidents. Your CBT training in Haringey will improve rider training and give people of all ages a basic understanding of the controls of a two-wheeled machine and the confidence to use it on the road. Your CBT can normally be completed in a day but may take longer if your instructor feels that you need more training.

You can book your CBT test in Biggleswade here

Where is there CBT compulsory basic training in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire?

You can find your nearest CBT test training centre by entering your postcode in the box at the top of this page. This will show you which CBT test training centres are closest to you. If you have a specific date or dates in mind then you can also enter the date. This will show you only those CBT test training centres that have availability on that date.

If I CBT compulsory basic training in Biggleswade what would I be doing?

A CBT test consists of 5 elements labelled A to E. You will do these 5 elements in order throughout the day.

The DVSA have produced an excellent short video showing you the elements of a CBT. Here is the video and below it is the description of each of the elements.

Element A comprises of talk about clothing, safety helmet and equipment. This is also when your licence and eyesight will be checked and the aims of the course outlined. Make sure to bring your glasses or contact lenses if you wear them as you will need to read a registration plate at a distance of 20 metres. You will also learn:

  • Understanding the legal requirement to riding
  • Reinforcing your understanding of the Highway Code to a good level
  • Objectives of completing the CBT test
  • Understanding the importance of using good motorcycle equipment and clothing

Element B introduces you to the machine and its controls and includes:

  • Using the motorcycle stands to safely park your bike
  • Familiarity with the different motorcycle or scooter controls
  • Wheel the bike round to the left and right
  • Starting and stopping the engine
  • Carrying out basic maintenance checks

Element C is the main part of the course and takes place on an approved training site (CBT pad). This is when you will learn to:

  • Pull away, stop, start and change gears (where applicable)
  • Ride in a straight line
  • Ride in a slow and controlled manner
  • Change gears
  • Use both brakes
  • Ride a figure of eight
  • Carry out left, right and U-turns
  • Carry out emergency braking
  • Ride round bends safely
  • Carry out rear observation

Element D is a return to the class room prior to going out on the road. You will get a full briefing explaining:

  • The use of speed, road positioning, safe driving distances
  • The importance of the Highway Code
  • Your visibility on the road
  • Using rear observation
  • Riding at the correct speeds, road positioning and distance between other vehicles according to traffic and road conditions.
  • Learning to anticipate danger and riding defensively
  • Care will also be given in explaining about the radios and how not to get lost on the road

Element E is where you put all the above into practise by riding on the road. You will go out on the road with an instructor two at a time with a radio link. You must do at least two hours of road tuition, which must include doing a U-turn and emergency stop. At the outset the instructor will give plenty of guidance and help, but towards the end of the time on the road the instructor will be looking to see if you can get safely from one place to another without hurting yourself or anybody else.