Which course is right for me?

We run every motorcycle course, from your first CBT to a full licence with no power limit. What you can take depends on your age and what you already hold.

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Find your route

The youngest age you can start each route, and where it takes you.

Motorcycle licence routes by age
From age	What you can ride	How to get there
16	Moped	CBT
17	Up to 125cc, 11kW	CBT, then A1 test to lose the L plates
19	Up to 35kW (A2)	CBT, theory test, A2 test. Or two years on A1, then a further test
21	Any bike (A)	Two years on A2, then a further test
24	Any bike (A)	Direct access: CBT, theory test, Category A test

CBT courses

Compulsory Basic Training is where every rider starts. Read what happens on a CBT.

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

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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.

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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

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Full licence courses

Courses run on consecutive days, with your DVSA module 1 and module 2 tests booked in. Bring your theory test pass certificate on test days. Call us to book.