Book a motorcycle CBT test in Rothwell, Northamptonshire
Click on any of the motorcycle training schools below to view more information and check availability.
Camrider Kettering
Camrider Great Folds Road, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN18 9AS
Approx. distance: 4.2 miles
90 One Education Northampton
The Obelisk Centre, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN2 8UE
Approx. distance: 10.7 miles
Karmenz School of Motorcycle Training Northampton
Egners Caravans Old Yard, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN3 9EX
Approx. distance: 12.4 miles
On 2 Wheels Motorcycle Training Northamptonshire
Lynford Way, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 9LZ
Approx. distance: 12.8 miles
KJs School of Motoring Leicester
Ayleston Park Football Club, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 6TG
Approx. distance: 18.5 miles
Leicestershire Motorcycle Training Partnership
2 Gloucester Avenue, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE7 2EL
Approx. distance: 22.2 miles
Shires Motorcycle Training Leicester
Beaumont Sports Complex, Beaumont Leys, Leicester, LE4 1DS
Approx. distance: 22.8 miles
Ridewell Motorcycle Training Milton Keynes
23 Hesketh Road, Yardley Gobion, Northants, NN12 7TS
Approx. distance: 23 miles
Able Rider Training Melton Mowbray
Able Rider Training, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 0PQ
Approx. distance: 24.6 miles
Bedford Motorcycle Training
Tippings, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9HJ
Approx. distance: 24.8 miles
Find a motorcycle CBT test in Rothwell, Northamptonshire
If you are looking for a motorcycle CBT test in Rothwell then you have come to the right place. We have all the information here for you to find suitable CBT training and testing close to you or in the surrounding areas of Desborough, Kettering and Market Harborough. 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 Rothwell 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 to find a motorcycle CBT test in Rothwell, Northamptonshire
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 Desborough, Kettering and Market Harborough.
How much is the cost of a motorcycle CBT test?
The price varies depending on which motorcycle training company you take your CBT test with, but in Rothwell or the closest towns of Desborough, Kettering and Market Harborough will typically be between £160 and £200. There are four main things that affect the price:
- Bike hire. Not all CBTs include the price of the bike hire so make sure you check if it is included in the price.
- Experienced or beginners CBT. If you've done your CBT before you can book an experienced CBT which usually costs less. This is because it will be shorter as you will already have been through all of the basics. Only do this if you have done at least 1 CBT and are confident riding your motorcycle or scooter.
- Clothing and equipment hire. This includes your safety helmet, jacket, gloves and boots. Once again it may not be included in the price, so check first.
- Collision damage waiver. This is an insurance that will be offered to you before your training. It means that if you damage the motorcycle or scooter during your training then you will not have to pay for the repairs. It typically costs between £10 - £20 but is well worth having as repairs are much more than that.
Don't try to simply get the cheapest price, the quality of the training is the most important thing. Quality training will one day save your life.