book CBT training with Bike Smart Haywards Heath
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Haywards Heath Train StationAbout Bike Smart Haywards Heath
Welcome to Bike Smart. Whether you are thinking of getting a bike as an affordable means of transport, or dreaming of that great two wheeled adventure youve always promised yourself we can help! The instructors at Bike Smart have many years of experience in motorcycle training and touring. We offer all types of training; from Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) for 16 year olds taking their first ride on a motorbike through to full licence holders returning to biking as a hobby. We also offer advanced rider training to build on existing skills and improve rider safety.At Bike Smart we have the facilities and the courses for all your training needs
Compulsory Basic Training CBT
This is the entry point to riding a moped or a motorcycle on the road and is a legal requirement. It must be completed by anyone who wants to ride up to 125cc machines. CBT is the first step for anyone who wishes to gain a full motorcycle licence.
A2 Restricted Licence course
This is designed for riders over the age of 19, or anyone who does not wish to ride unlimited power machines. The course and practical tests are taken on a 650cc motorbike to gain a full motorcycle licence. On gaining the A2 licence you are able to ride a bike with up to 47bhp (something like a 400cc motorbike).
Direct Access Scheme DAS
This is a course designed for riders over 24 years of age to carry out their training and practical tests on 600cc machines. Successful completion of this course provides an unrestricted motorcycle licence with no limit on the type of bike you can ride.
Back to Biking Is available for anyone who has had a break from riding and would like to get back on two wheels. We adopt a flexible approach to this training and tailor the sessions to each individuals needs; whether its a half day getting the best out of your new ride, or brushing up on long lost skills. We provide a highly qualified instructor to help make this an enjoyable and informative experience.
Motorcycle Maintenance Course
Ever wanted to know how to service your bike? Take our Motorcycle Maintenance Course and learn how to carry out basic tasks like adjusting a chain, oil changing and basic service checks
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: Element B introduces you to the machine and its controls and includes: 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:
Element D is a return to the class room prior to going out on the road. You will get a full briefing explaining: 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.
A CBT test can normally be completed in a day, but may take longer if you need more time to master the control of the motorcycle or moped. Knowing how to ride a bicycle will really help, so if you have not ridden one for a while it's a good thing to do before you take your CBT.
If you do not complete your CBT to the instructors satisfaction then you will be asked to come back on another day for additional training. If this happens do not be alarmed or upset, some people take longer to master control of a two wheeled vehicle than others, but we all get there in the end. The most important thing to remember is its for your safety. Your instructor will be thinking of your safety if they ask you to come back for additional training.
Contrary to popular belief, a CBT is more of an evaluation than a test; your instructor will, throughout the day, observe your abilities and, if you complete the day to the required competency, you shall be awarded a pass certificate (professionally known as a DL196). A CBT certificate is valid for two years and once you have completed your full motorcycle examination, you will no longer have to renew your CBT. However, if you do not carry on your training in Haywards Heath, you will be required to re-sit your CBT test after two years.If I book CBT training in Haywards Heath what would I be doing?
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