Book motorbike training in Eastington, County Durham
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Two plus Four Road Training Durham
The Old Chapel, Durham, County Durham, DH6 1PA
Approx. distance: 5.2 miles
Ace Motorcycle Training Durham
Unit D Gowan House, Mandale Business Park, Durham, County Durham, DH1 1TH
Approx. distance: 7.4 miles
Better Bike Training Hartlepool
Hartlepool Workshops, Hartlepool, County Durham, TS25 1PD
Approx. distance: 9.9 miles
Ace Motorcycle Training Billingham
Billingham Rugby Club, Billingham, County Durham, TS23 4BA
Approx. distance: 12.9 miles
TT Motorcycle Training Aycliffe
10 The Grange, Aycliffe, DL5 4SZ
Approx. distance: 13.6 miles
A and C motorcycle training LTD Willington
Willington, Crook, County Durham, DL15 0SP
Approx. distance: 14.2 miles
Ride Right Gateshead
Tenth Avenue West, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 0GU
Approx. distance: 14.5 miles
Green Light Motorcycle Training Gateshead
Smiths Yard Gate, Abbotsford Rd, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE10 0EX
Approx. distance: 14.5 miles
Team Valley Motorcycle Training Gateshead
Unit 1, Hadrians Court 7th Ave, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 0XW
Approx. distance: 14.6 miles
Angel Motorcycle Training Gateshead
6 Kingsway North, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE11 0JH
Approx. distance: 15.2 miles
Find motorbike training in Eastington, County Durham
If you are looking for motorbike training in Eastington then look no further! We have all the information here for you to find suitable motorcycle training and testing close to you or in the surrounding areas of Peterlee, Seaham and Hetton.
What are the different types of motorcycle licence I can get in Eastington?
There are 4 main types of full motorcycle licence issued by the DVSA. The first three (AM, A1 and A2 motorcycle licences) have restrictions on the type of moped or motorcycle you can ride, the fourth (the full A motorcycle licence) has no restrictions.
The AM restricted moped licence
The A1 restricted motorcycle licence
The minimum age to take this test is 17. According to the DVSA website it will allow you to ride a "Light motorcycle up to 11 kW (and a power-to-weight ratio not more than 0.1 kW per kg) and 125 cc". This means it's up to a 125 cc motorcycle with some restrictions to make sure it cannot accelerate too fast - a really good idea when you are new to riding a motorbike!
Requirements to take the A1 motorcycle test - You must have a UK provisional or full driving licence, a valid theory test certificate and a valid CBT certificate. Once you have taken this test you will not have to keep renewing your CBT certificate every 2 years, you can ride on motorways and you can take a pillion passenger on the back of your motorbike.
The A2 restricted motorcycle licence
For this licence you need to be at least 19 years of age, have completed your CBT or have had an A1 licence for at least 2 years. As with the A1 test you also need to have a UK provisional or full driving licence and a valid theory test certificate . The main benefit of getting an A2 licence is you can ride a more powerful motorcycle. The law states a "standard motorcycle up to 35 kW (and a power-to-weight ratio not more than 0.2 kW per kg)". So it's a more powerful bike, but still not completely un-restricted. To find A2 legal motorbikes you are best visiting your local motorcycle dealer and asking them to show you the A2 legal bikes, as otherwise it's very difficult to work out just looking at the tech specs.
The full A motorcycle licence, or DAS licence.
This is the licence that allows you to ride almost any motorcycle without restrictions, so it's the ultimate motorcycle licence. No limits on power outputs or power per kg or engine size! It is also called a 'DAS' licence as it can be obtained from the 'Direct AccesS' route. There are two ways you can get this licence:
1) If you are 24 or over you can take the tests for an A licence. You must also have a UK provisional or full driving licence, a valid theory test certificate and a valid CBT certificate.
2) If you are at least 21 years of age and you have held an A2 category licence for at least 2 years. This is sometimes referred to as the 'progressive access' route as you progress from one licence to another.
When taking the test the biggest difference is that you have to use a bigger, more powerful motorcycle. It will have a power of at least 40kw and an engine cc of at least 595 cc. Your local training school will make sure you have the right size bike for your test.
There is also a flowchart (click here) that the DVLA have produced that shows these different licences and how to obtain them.
To get more detailed guidance on what licence is right for you then talk to your local motorcycle training school. You can search for them here and they are qualified to speak to you on the right type of training for you.
How do I get the right training in Eastington for the AM moped licence?
The AM moped licence is a restricted licence you can get when you are 16 or over. You can ride a moped of up to 50 cc and a top speed of 28 mph without Learner plates and you may carry a pillion passenger. If all you ever want to rider is a moped then this licence may be right for you. It is essential that you get the right training for this licence as without it you are likely to hurt yourself or even worse, someone else. Use this website to enter your postcode and search for your local motorcycle training school. They are all fully qualified to advise you on the training you will need. Although saving money is something everyone wants to do, the right training will save your life. Therefore don't just focus on price, look at the quality of training on offer and the standard of training.
If I have a full car driving licence what motorcycle can I ride?
This depends on when you passed your driving test:
If you passed your car driving test before 1st February 2001
In this case you can ride a moped up to 50 cc without Learner plates and without needing a CBT. If you want to ride anything bigger then you will need to get your CBT certificate. Then you will be able to ride a restricted motorcycle up to 125 cc with Learner plates displayed.
If you passed your driving test on or after 1st February 2001
You must obtain a CBT certificate before you can ride anything. Once completed you can ride a moped or restricted motorcycle up to 125 cc.
How do I get the right training in Eastington for the full A motorcycle licence?
The A motorcycle licence (also known as the DAS licence) is an unrestricted licence you can get when you are 24 or over. You are allowed to ride any road legal motorcycle of any power or engine size. You can also get the full A licence if you are younger than 24 if you pass your A2 restricted licence first. After holding the A2 restricted licence for 2 years you are able to take the tests for a full A licence. Given that the earliest you can take the A2 test is 19 then the earliest you could take your full A test is 21. It is essential that you get the right training for this licence as without it you are likely to hurt yourself or even worse, someone else. Use this website to enter your postcode and search for your local motorcycle training school. They are all fully qualified to advise you on the training you will need. Although saving money is something everyone wants to do, the right training will save your life. Therefore don't just focus on price, look at the quality of training on offer and the standard of training.