Book a motorcycle CBT test in Orpington, Kent
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BLT Motorcycle Training Orpington
Orpington Rovers Football Ground ORFC, Cockmannings Lane, Bromley, Kent, BR5 4HF
Approx. distance: 1.5 miles
Phoenix Motorcycle Training Sidcup
Bexley Road Safety Centre, Sidcup, London, DA14 5ED
Approx. distance: 3.4 miles
LMRT Motorcycle Training Lewisham
Napier House, Army Reserve Centre, 261 Baring Road, Grove Park, London, SE12 0BH
Approx. distance: 5.2 miles
Phoenix Motorcycle Training Croydon
Wolsey Junior School, Croydon, London, CR0 0TF
Approx. distance: 5.2 miles
Moto Pass Motorcycle Training Ltd Welling
Harris Academy (Falconwood), The Green, Welling, Kent, DA16 2PE
Approx. distance: 5.8 miles
Universal Motorcycle Training Edgware
Goals Eltham, Eltham Palace Road, London, Greater London, SE9 5LU
Approx. distance: 5.9 miles
ACBT London Greenwich
Kidbrooke Playing Fields, Dursley Road, London, Greater London, SE3 8PB
Approx. distance: 7 miles
Phoenix Motorcycle Training Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, London, SE19 2BB
Approx. distance: 7.7 miles
BLT Motorcycle Training Thamesmead
The Crossness Engines, Thames Water Sewage Treatment works, Thamesmead, East London, SE2 9AN
Approx. distance: 8.9 miles
Universal Motorcycle Training Croydon
2 Ampere Way, Croydon, Greater London, CR0 4WT
Approx. distance: 9.3 miles
Find a motorcycle CBT test in Orpington, Kent
Are you trying to book your CBT training in Orpington or close by in St Mary Cray, Sidcup and Swanley? Here at BookCBTNow we are one of the most trusted sources of online booking for motorcycle training companies. We can help you find your local training company and help you get your compulsory basic training started. 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 Orpington 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 do I complete my CBT in Orpington, Kent?
Your CBT test in Orpington is training that you must complete before you are able to ride independently. If you are safe to ride on the road unaccompanied you will receive a CBT test certificate. Whether you pass or fail your CBT test will be determined by the instructor who will be training you on the day. If the trainer doesn't think you are ready to be riding alone you will be asked to come back for additional training until the instructor feels you are safe to ride on the road.
Finding a good motorcycle training company for your CBT in Orpington, Kent
Your safety is always our number one priority, that is why we can ensure that all of the companies supplied for CBT training in Orpington are highly-skilled and qualified to deliver extensive training for clients across the area. You can be sure that you will be able to receive a reliable course that will give you the confidence to ride on the road safely. Our main aim is to reduce the risk of motorcycle/ moped accidents, improve rider training and give people of all ages the best knowledge of controls, steering and more. To find out more about CBT training in Orpington, simply visit our help page and we can give detailed information to assist you and your needs.