Book motorcycle training in Harrington, Cumbria
Click on any of the motorcycle training schools below to view more information and check availability.
Cumbria Motorcycle Training Workington
Moorclose Community Centre, Needham Drive, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3SE
Approx. distance: 1.3 miles
Real Rider Motorcycle Training Barrow in Furness
Vickerstown Foolball Club, Mill Lane, Barrow in Furness, LA14 3NN
Approx. distance: 36.6 miles
Northern Route Kendal
25, Lake District Business Park, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 6NH
Approx. distance: 38 miles
TNT Rider Newton Stewart
New Galloway Road, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway, DG8 6AW
Approx. distance: 43.7 miles
RIDE Motorcycle Training Carnforth
Unit 11F, Keer Park, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA5 9FG
Approx. distance: 46.3 miles
Raceways Rider Training Lancashire
48-60 Dock Street, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 6AG
Approx. distance: 52.7 miles
Craigs Bike Training Hawick
Former bus station, Dovecote Street, Hawick, Scottish Borders, TD9 9QP
Approx. distance: 64.4 miles
Riverview Rider Training Preston
Rimington, Guide Road, Hesketh Bank, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6XS
Approx. distance: 68.6 miles
Adventures on Wheels Ltd Selkirk
Unit 1A, Gibson Buildings, Central Riverside Industrial Estate, Dunsdale Road, Selkirk, Scottish Borders, TD7 5EB
Approx. distance: 71.4 miles
Green Light Motorcycle Training Consett
30 Iveston Rd, Consett, County Durham, DH8 7HR
Approx. distance: 71.8 miles
Find motorcycle training in Harrington, Cumbria
If you are looking for motorcycle training in Harrington 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 Workington, Whitehaven and Cleator Moor.
What are the different types of motorcycle licence I can get in Harrington?
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.
What can I ride on a provisional driving licence in Harrington?
A provisional driving licence is not a full driving licence so you are limited in what you can ride. So, when you first come to ride a motorcycle the DVSA will issue you with a provisional driving licence. What you can ride will depend on your age.
Age 16
You must complete a CBT and then you can ride a moped or scooter up to 50 cc and with a top speed of no more than 28 mph. You must display L plates, you cannot carry a pillion passenger and you must not ride on a motorway.
Age 17 or over
You must complete a CBT and then you can ride a restricted motorcycle up to 125 cc. You must display L plates, you cannot carry a pillion passenger and you must not ride on a motorway.
Do you have a full car driving licence?
If you already have a full car driving licence then this automatically gives you provisional entitlement for riding a motorcycle. So, priovided you get your CBT certificate then you can ride a moped or motorcycle as mentioned above according to your age.
What are the main parts of a motorcycle test?
CBT is only part of motorcycle training. To get your full motorcycle licence you need to pass the following tests:
Theory and hazard perception tests
These are completed at your local DVSA theory test centre. The theory test is a 57 minute test taken under exam conditions. It will check that you have a thorough knowledge of the Highway Code and check that you understand the theory of riding a motorcycle. The hazard perception test takes about 15 minutes and is taken straight after the theoury test. You will be shown a set of videos that show road situations from a motorcycle riders point of view. As you are watching the videos you have to indicate where you think a possible hazard is developing. The sooner you identify a hazard the higher the score you will get.
There are some useful resources for helping you pass your motorcycle theory test. Firstly is the DVSA video on passing your theory test, just click this link. There is also a video to help with your hazard perception test here. If you'd like to practice the theory test then click this link, and there is also a practice for the hazard percption test here.
Compulsory basic training - CBT
This is the training that takes a day to complete, sometimes longer and contains a mixture of classroom theory, off road practice and on road riding. It is completed at a motorcycle training school, you can find your closest motorcycle training school by clicking here. You can read up about all the details of compulsory basic training here.
The module 1 (mod 1) test
You can view a video from the DVSA all about the module 1 test here. This test normally takes about 20 minutes and is taken in a completely off road setting. You will be taken to a large tarmac area where you will need to demonstrate your ability to carry out the following manoeuvres:
- wheeling the moped or motorcycle and using the stand
- riding a slalom and figure of 8
- a slow ride
- a U-turn
- cornering and a controlled stop
- cornering and an emergency stop
- cornering and hazard avoidance
Once you have completed the test you will be told if you have passed or failed. You must pass the module 1 test before taking the module 2 test. Therefore be careful when you book, as if your module 2 test is too soon after your module 1 test and you fail the module 1 you will not be able to take your module 2 test.
The module 2 (mod 2) test
You can view a video from the DVSA all about the module 2 test here. This test involves riding on road and takes about 40 minutes in total. You will need to carry out the following things:
- an eyesight check
- show me, tell me vehicle safety questions
- road riding
- independent riding
You must bring your module 1 pass certificate to the module 2 test, you cannot take the module 2 test without a module 1 pass certificate.
The eyesight check involves reading a number plate from 20 metres away. 'Show me, tell me' is where you will be asked 2 vehicle safety questions from this list. As well as answering you must show the examiner what you are talking about by demonstrating it on the motorcycle. With the road ride the examiner will give you instructions through a radio link and will normally follow you on a motorcycle to observe your riding. The last 10 minutes will be independent riding which is designed to assess your ability to ride safely while making your own decisions. After telling you a set of directions you will be expected to carry them out safely and independently.
How do I get the right training in Harrington 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.