Book a motorcycle CBT test in Waltham Abbey, Essex
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Camrider London
Lee Valley Athletics Centre (Car Park), Meridian Way, Lower Edmonton, London, Greater London, N9 0AR
Approx. distance: 3.9 miles
Probike Training Chigwell Epping
Chigwell Hall, Highroad, Chigwell, IG7 6BD
Approx. distance: 5.3 miles
Camrider Harlow
Fairways Sports & Social Club, Parsloe Road, Harlow, Essex, CM19 4RT
Approx. distance: 5.3 miles
Edventure Rider Chingford
3 Morrison Avenue, Chingford, London, Greater London, E4 8SN
Approx. distance: 5.5 miles
Stadium Rider Training Tottenham
IKEA, 6 Glover Drive, Tottenham, Greater London, N18 3HF
Approx. distance: 5.8 miles
1 Stop Instruction Tottenham
Frederick Knight Sports Ground, Tottenham, Greater London, N17 0SL
Approx. distance: 6 miles
1 Stop Instruction Ilford
Fairlop Power League, Forest Road, Ilford, Greater London, IG6 3HJ
Approx. distance: 7.3 miles
Vision Motorcycle Training St Albans
7 Woodfield Road, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, AL7 1JQ
Approx. distance: 11.5 miles
SL Motorcycle Training Dagenham
Barking Rugby Union Football Club, Dagenham, London, RM9 4TX
Approx. distance: 11.7 miles
Edventure Rider Hatfield
1 College Lane, Hatfield, Hertfordshire, AL10 9PJ
Approx. distance: 11.7 miles
Find a motorcycle CBT test in Waltham Abbey, Essex
If you are looking for a motorcycle CBT test in Waltham Abbey 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 Waltham Cross, Cheshunt and Loughton. 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 Waltham Abbey 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.
Finding a good motorcycle training company for your CBT in Waltham Abbey, Essex
Your safety is always our number one priority, that is why we can ensure that all of the companies supplied for CBT training in Waltham Abbey 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 Waltham Abbey, simply visit our help page and we can give detailed information to assist you and your needs.
Trusted by Motorcycle Training Companies in Waltham Abbey, Essex
Over the years we have worked hard to ensure that all of our clients find the perfect team of experts for CBT training in Waltham Abbey, we also have many different companies across Essex. If you are not sure if you area is covered, simply check our areas covered page and find the best company near you. We can ensure that all of the companies available will easily suit your needs and budget.