To take part in a CBT, you need one of these:

• A full valid UK car licence with category A provisional entitlement

• A provisional licence with valid provisional motorcycle entitlement (Category A) – for 125cc entitlement.

• A provisional licence with valid provisional moped entitlement (Category P) – for riding a 50cc moped.

• An EU licence with valid UK counterpart (D58/2) showing provisional motorcycle entitlement.

You can use the DirectGov licence checking service to see the vehicles you’re licensed to drive.

Once you’ve successfully completed your CBT, you’ll receive a CBT certificate (DL196). This certificate allows you to ride a moped or motorcycle with L plates for up to two years.

• At 16, you’re limited to riding a 50cc moped

• If you’re 17 or over, you can ride a 125cc motorcycle

Standard learner restrictions apply:

• You cannot carry a pillion passenger

• You cannot ride on motorways

• You must display L plates at all times

A CBT course typically lasts between 5 and 8 hours. For health and safety reasons, if the training exceeds an 8-hour day, you’ll need to return on another day to complete the course.

• Sign-in: 8:30am

• Start time: 8:45am prompt

• Finish time: Around 5:00pm

We provide helmets, jackets, boots, and gloves if required at no extra cost. Riders must wear long trousers. Joggers and shorts are not suitable. leggings or jeans are recommended.

We recommend wearing:

• A motorcycle helmet that meets British safety standards
  (This does not apply to Sikh riders wearing a turban)

• Motorcycle boots or sturdy footwear providing ankle support

• Textile or leather motorcycle trousers, or heavy denim jeans

• A textile or leather motorcycle jacket, or a heavy denim jacket with layered clothing underneath

• Motorcycle gloves

After completing your CBT, the next step towards a full motorcycle licence is passing the motorcycle theory test followed by the practical tests (Mod 1 and Mod 2).

With 121MotoSkills unique and effective approach to theory and practical tuition, you’ll be fully prepared and have the best possible chance of success.