Book a motorcycle CBT test in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire
Click on any of the motorcycle training schools below to view more information and check availability.
Chiltern Motorcycle Training Bedfordshire
Dunstablians RUFC, Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire, LU5 6JW
Approx. distance: 0.8 miles
1 On 1 Rider Training Ltd Bedford
Faldo Farm, 1 Moat View, Faldo Rd, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4RF
Approx. distance: 6 miles
Exceptional Rider Training Hemel Hempstead
Tudor Primary School, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 9ER
Approx. distance: 11.2 miles
Beacon Motorcycle Training Hemel Hempstead
London Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP3 9SX
Approx. distance: 12.1 miles
Aylesbury Motorcycle Training
Aylesbury Rugby Club, Brook End, Weston Turville, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 5RN
Approx. distance: 12.3 miles
Learn2Ride Motorcycle Training Milton Keynes
The National Bowl gate 1, V4 Watling Street, Milton Keynes, MK5 8AA
Approx. distance: 12.8 miles
Exceptional Rider Training St Albans
Verulam School, Jennings Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 4NU
Approx. distance: 13.5 miles
Bedford Motorcycle Training
Tippings, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9HJ
Approx. distance: 13.9 miles
SBT Motorcycle Training Letchworth
Unit 22 Such Close, Letchworth Garden Ci, SG6 1JF
Approx. distance: 14.4 miles
Phoenix Motorcycle Training Watford
Bricket Wood Social Club, Oak Avenue, Bricket Wood, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL2 3LQ
Approx. distance: 15.3 miles
Find a motorcycle CBT test in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire
If you are hoping to take a motorcycle CBT test in Houghton Regis then this website will help you. You can find everything you need to find suitable CBT training close to you. You can also find training in Dunstable, Luton and Leighton Buzzard. 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
If I a motorcycle CBT test in Houghton Regis 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.
How long will my CBT certificate be valid?
You should be aware that, once you have completed your CBT Test in Houghton Regis, it shall remain valid for two years. If, after two years have expired and you have not gone on to complete your training and take your full motorcycle certification, then your DL196 will no longer be valid. However, you will be able to book another test through Book CBT Now.
How to find a motorcycle CBT test in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire
Easy! Just enter your postcode in the box at the top of this page. This will show you which CBT 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 training centres that have availability on that specific date. If you cannot find the date you need then you can also check the nearby areas of Dunstable, Luton and Leighton Buzzard.