1.Scooter
(50-125cc)
To ride a scooter you need to be at least 16
years of age and preferably be able to ride a bicycle.
To ride this type of vehicle one days training is
required. It's not a test but is a way of introducing
you to the road. On completing the course you will
be issued with a 'Certificate of Completion of an
Approved Training Course' (DL196). You will be able
to ride with 'L' plates without passengers and excluding
motorways.
More information? Read On:
Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) was introduced
on 1 December 1990 for all new provisional license
holders of both mopeds and motorcycles. All learner
riders are required to complete CBT before riding
on the road (with the exception of riders who
have passed a full moped test since December 1990).
Full car licence holders qualifying after 1 February
2001 must also complete a CBT course before riding
a moped on the road.
Motorcycle test candidates are exempt from the
Motorcycle Theory Test requirement if they hold
either:
- A full license for another class included in
category A (e.g. light motorcycle - subcategory
AI) or
- A full moped (category P) license held as a
result of passing a two part moped test.
(A rider who holds either a full car license or
a full moped license (gained prior to 1 December
1990) may ride a motorcycle as a learner after
first completing CBT as these licenses provide
provisional motorcycle entitlement. A full car
license issued before 1 February 2001 automatically
provides full moped entitlement for which CBT
is not required.)
From 1 February 2001, DL196 certificates issued
will be valid for a period of 2 years. DL196 certificates
issued prior to 1 February 2001 are valid for
3 years. The flexibility for learner riders to
take CBT and the theory test in any order is available.
Riders will have to retake CBT if they have been
returned to provisional status as a result of
convictions within 2 years of obtaining their
full license under the New Drivers Act or if they
have received a disqualification.
2. Bike Up to 125cc
To ride a bike of less than 125cc very similar
regulations apply to that of riding a scooter.
The option open to those riding this type of motorcycle
is that they can take the A2 or 'standard' motorcycle
course. The bike needs to be of between 121cc
and 125cc and capable of at least 62.5mph.
This category of license restricts the rider to
operate machines of 33bhp, ride without L plates,
carry passengers and ride on motorways. The restriction
to full motorcycle entitlement is automatically
removed after 2 years.
The A2 Standard courses are designed for people
who have passed their CBT and wish to progress
onto larger bikes, carry passengers and ride on
motorways. A2 training is of particular interest
to riders under 21 years of age who are not eligible
for the Direct Access Scheme (DAS).
There are variations on the theme of the practical
test - options include an automatic test and a
'scooter' test (restricting you to less than 125cc
but lifting the other restrictions). The majority
of customers do, however, choose to do the full
test or the CBT. If you go the trouble of taking
the one test it makes sense to invest in the whole
thing rather than restricting yourself later.
3. Anything whatsoever:
To ride anything whatsoever (you need that bike
yesterday!) then we suggest the Direct Access
Scheme (DAS).
The Direct Access Scheme (DAS) is designed for
riders over 21 years old, who wish to ride bikes
of unlimited size and power. Training is initially
conducted on 125cc bikes, and progresses to 500cc
bikes that are used for the practical test.
Course lengths are determined by the individual's
level of skill and competence - novice riders
will naturally require more training than experienced
riders! The number of days spent on training is
advised by our instructors after a free assessment
of your riding skill. As a rule of thumb an experienced
rider will require 2-3 days whereas a beginner
will require 5.
The courses supplied will include details of the
theory test's and begin with an initial CBT.
Any more queries and for details of costs and
booking times please drop us an e-mail (details
at the bottom of this page).
PRICE'S
CBT (TO ACHIEVE THE CERTIFICATE DL196): £95
on a bike purchased from motorcycle. This includes
delivery insurance, petrol etc. To do the CBT on
a loan bike from motorcycle it will cost £125
also including insurance, delivery and petrol.
* If you decide to purchase your scooter or motorcycle
from motorcycle within 30 days of taking your CBT,
motorcycle will refund you £30 against the
cost. This type of license allows you to ride any
bike up to 125cc (including geared bikes) and not
exceeding 14.6bhp.
A1 Light Motorcycle: This enables you to take
the test on a smaller bike (between 75cc and 120cc)
but restricts the holder to bikes not exceeding
125cc and 14.6bhp. It enables 'L' plates to be
discarded and the carrying of passengers is permitted.
A2 RESTRICTED LICENSE: 2-Day course for experienced
rider with a CBT certificate. Approx. Prices from
only £250 (a 3-day course is available,
including CBT training). 4 and 5-day courses are
available for novice riders. Call for latest prices.
FULL CATEGORY A: Available in 2-5 day courses
for the more experienced rider to the complete
novice. Call for latest prices.
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