Try before you commit to your CBT
Feel the freedom, at your own pace
A relaxed two-hour introduction course that gives new riders a first taste of motorcycling before committing to the CBT. It focuses on the core skills and controls of riding a motorcycle.
It is the perfect way to experience the fun and freedom of riding first, with no pressure. Please note it is not a valid licence to ride on the road, it is all about building your confidence and the basics.
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The basics, from the ground up
Motorcycle controls & handling
Learn how a motorcycle works: the controls, the maintenance and safety checks to make before riding, and how to move and park your bike.
Riding and control
Your instructor starts from scratch and teaches the core skills of stopping, starting, turning and braking, plus the basic observations and, on a manual, clutch and gear control.
What you need
To take the Introduction to Motorcycling course, please make sure you can meet the following requirements on the day.
- The correct licence card: UK driving, UK provisional, or an EU licence with a UK counterpart number. Photocopies or images are not accepted.
- Be able to read a registration plate from 20.5 metres.
- Speak and understand English and the Highway Code.
- Be able to ride an adult-sized bicycle.
- Wear suitable clothing, including thick trousers such as jeans, and leather boots.
Ready to get on the road?
Book your Compulsory Basic Training online in a few clicks, or send us a quick message. DVSA-accredited instructors, six days a week, all year round in South East London.