CBT
16+One day
Ride a moped at 16, or up to a 125cc (11kW) motorcycle or scooter at 17, on L plates for two years.
- Provisional or full UK licence
- Boots that cover the ankle, sturdy jeans
- Your own motorcycle gloves
Motorcycle training in Dagenham
CBT and full licence courses at Barking Rugby Union Club, taught to DVSA standards by an experienced team. Get your CBT certificate at the end of the day.
Book online
Or call 01708 986100
Included as standard
- Training bike and fuel
- Helmet and jacket
- Manual or automatic
- Female instructors available
- Blue Light Card and Defence discounts
Start with a CBT
Everyone starts here. A CBT lets you ride on L plates while you work towards your full licence.
CBT renewal
16+Four hours
Renew a CBT certificate that is about to run out, on your own bike.
- A valid CBT certificate
- Your own bike with tax, insurance and MOT
- Recent riding. If you haven’t ridden much since your last CBT, book the full day.
Introduction to motorcycling
16+Two hours
Two hours on a bike before you commit to a CBT, for people who have never ridden.
- No experience needed
- If no dates show online, call us to book
Then go for your full licence
A1, A2 and full Category A courses run on consecutive days, with your DVSA tests booked in. You’ll need a valid CBT and a theory test pass first.
A1 licence
17+Consecutive days, tests pre-booked
Ride up to 125cc and 11kW (14bhp) without L plates.
- A valid CBT
- A motorcycle theory test pass
A2 licence
19+Consecutive days, tests pre-booked
Ride a bike up to 35kW (46bhp). A restricted bike can’t be more than twice that as standard.
- A valid CBT
- A motorcycle theory test pass
- Or two years on an A1 licence and a further practical test
Category A (full licence)
24+ direct accessConsecutive days, tests pre-booked
Ride any motorcycle, with no power limit.
- Direct access: 24 or over, a valid CBT and a theory test pass
- Progressive access: two years on an A2 licence
What happens on your CBT
CBT isn’t a test you pass or fail. It’s a day of training in five parts, and your instructor signs you off when you can ride safely on your own.
- 1Introduction and eyesight check
- 2Bike controls and safety checks
- 3Riding practice on the training area
- 4Road riding theory and the Highway Code
- 5At least two hours riding on the road
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What to bring on the day
Please check this before you come. We can’t let anyone ride without the right licence and kit.
Bring with you
- Your photocard driving licence, or passport with paper licence. Photos or copies aren’t accepted.
- CE-approved motorcycle gloves. We sell them if you need a pair, subject to stock.
- Boots that cover the ankle, ideally leather and lace-up.
- Sturdy jeans without rips, or work trousers.
- Glasses or contact lenses if you need them to read a number plate at 20.5 metres.
We provide
- An ECE-approved helmet and a CE-approved jacket. You’re welcome to bring your own.
- A training bike, manual or automatic, with fuel.
Not allowed
- Trainers
- Joggers or leggings
- Wellington boots
- Shoes that leave the ankle bare
If your licence or kit isn’t right on the day, we can’t train you and the course fee is lost.
Rider guides
Straight answers on licences, tests, kit and riding skills.
- Getting started
What is a CBT? A plain guide for new riders
What Compulsory Basic Training is, who needs it, what happens on the day and what it lets you ride afterwards.
- Getting started
Never ridden before? How to start without the nerves
If you've never been on a motorbike, here's how to build confidence before and during your first CBT.
- Getting started
How to get a provisional licence for your CBT
You need a provisional or full driving licence before you can take a CBT. Here's how to apply and what to check.
Book your CBT
Pick a date and pay online, or call us and we’ll book it for you. Full licence courses are booked by phone.
Where we train
All courses start at Barking Rugby Union Club in Dagenham, just off the A13. On-road riding takes place on the roads around the club.
Gale Street, Goresbrook
Dagenham, Essex RM9 4TX