Compulsary Basic Training - C.B.T

The CBT course is a one day course lasting around 6-7 hours. Compulsory basic training CBT was introduced in 1990 to help reduce the very high accident rate among inexperienced motorcyclists. It is a legal requirement that new riders must successfully complete a CBT prior to riding a scooter on a public road. If you obtained your car licence before 1 February 2001 you do not need to complete a CBT to ride a moped.

The CBT is conducted in a relaxed and informal environment. There is no exam, however you must meet required standard in order to be issued with a certificate which will validate the provisional entitlement of your licence.
If at the end of the course you haven't met the required standard (i.e. a little nervous or wobbly), then relax at VIPER you get a second chance for FREE. On completion of the CBT your certificate will be valid for two years.

You may choose to review it or progress on and do your theory, hazard perception and practical test. All organised and arranged for you by us. Once you have completed the theory and hazard perception test you are able to legally ride on the road on a motorcycle or scooter with a engine no larger than a 125cc. Once you feel confident to apply for your full licence then give us a call and we can book the test for you. If you didn't pass your CBT with us and you want us to book your exam then we suggest coming down to the VIPER training center for us to assess your riding ability before the test. We have a very high pass rate because we make sure that all our students are confident riders before putting you for your test. This may involve having anything from an hour or a few days tution with us before your test.

The CBT course is broken down in to 5 elements. The five elements have to be completed in sequence, although the order of the exercises within the element can be varied. You will move on to the next element when your instructor is satisfied you have learnt the necessary theory and demonstrated the practical skills to a safe basic level. Trainees must, by law, receive a minimum two hour on-road ride in Element E.

Element A

An introduction and discussion of the CBT
helmets and equipment. This so you have a good understanding of the safety equipment that is used while riding a motorcycle or scooter.

Element B

Motorcycle and moped maintenence, safety checking controls and function of vehicle, stands etc. This is so you have a good understanding on how to maintain the motorcycle or scooter i.e checking that all lights are working before going out on the road, checking that the chain is at the correct tension and is correctly oiled. this may seem like a tedious task but it is vital and will put you in good sted when you get your own motorcycle or scooter.

Element C

On site manoeuvres. Starting and stopping the vehicle, riding in a straight line, braking, slalom, figure of 8. These manouvres check your balance and control of the motorcycle or scooter before going out on the public road. this will boost your confidence on the bike so you don't feel nervous about riding on the road for the first time.

Element D

Discussion as to what to expect on the
road ride involving visual aids such as
flipcharts. This will include topics such
as highway code, hazards, weather
conditions and road surface conditions etc.

Element E

A timed two hour road ride with a maximum of
two students per instructor which includes radio contact between instructors and learners at all times. This is where you show us what you have learned i.e. observation, road postioning, junctions/roundabouts, hill starts, stop signs, hazards etc.

Don't worry if this all sounds a little intense. The day passes very quickly and you will be amazed how much you learn and how much you enjoy it. Training is conducted in a friendly atmosphere and progress at a pace suited to you. We have never had any complaints.

Approximately 96% pass first time. If for any reason we think you need any more practice or time, then we will ask you to come back for a second attempt and it's all FREE so no pressure.