If you are interested in motorbikes but have not yet obtained a licence (or perhaps have an old licence or have not ridden in a long time) it’s important to make sure you get the right training and education in the lead up to sitting for your licence road test. There are UK-wide restrictions on who can obtain a motorbike license so it is also necessary to make sure you conform to the standards set by the government.
Within Cornwall there are several great motorcycle training schools which are accredited with the testing authorities and which offer several levels of training. The basic level of motorcycle education is ‘Compulsory Basic Training’ (CBT), which all bikers must complete with certification. Although the CBT is not tested, the motorcycle schools will not pass their students unless they feel they are competent. If you obtained your drivers licence prior to February 2001 you will not need to obtain a CBT in order to ride mopeds or scooters, but in all other instances the CBT will be necessary. Once the CBT is completed you can progress on to other levels which may be tested – Direct Access (Category A for over 21’s, Category A2 for the 17-21’s) is the next level of licence which allows you to use motorbikes on the open road. There are some motor-size restrictions for those under the age of 21 or those who have less than two years experience. If you are over the age of 21 and have less than two years riding experience you can opt to take the Accelerated Course and Test which allows you to upgrade to a larger engine faster. Other courses available include ‘Back to Biking’, ‘Advanced Rider Testing’, and mini-bike courses.
The Cornwall Bike Training and A Pass Motorcycle Training schools are both highly regarded, and you can also get in contact with the Devon and Cornwall Constabulary who keep records of the training schools and teachers within the region.
Within Cornwall there are several great motorcycle training schools which are accredited with the testing authorities and which offer several levels of training. The basic level of motorcycle education is ‘Compulsory Basic Training’ (CBT), which all bikers must complete with certification. Although the CBT is not tested, the motorcycle schools will not pass their students unless they feel they are competent. If you obtained your drivers licence prior to February 2001 you will not need to obtain a CBT in order to ride mopeds or scooters, but in all other instances the CBT will be necessary. Once the CBT is completed you can progress on to other levels which may be tested – Direct Access (Category A for over 21’s, Category A2 for the 17-21’s) is the next level of licence which allows you to use motorbikes on the open road. There are some motor-size restrictions for those under the age of 21 or those who have less than two years experience. If you are over the age of 21 and have less than two years riding experience you can opt to take the Accelerated Course and Test which allows you to upgrade to a larger engine faster. Other courses available include ‘Back to Biking’, ‘Advanced Rider Testing’, and mini-bike courses.
The Cornwall Bike Training and A Pass Motorcycle Training schools are both highly regarded, and you can also get in contact with the Devon and Cornwall Constabulary who keep records of the training schools and teachers within the region.