Compulsory training for learner motorcyclists

All learner moped and motorcycle riders must complete Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) before they can ride unaccompanied on public roads. Only registered Approved Motorcycle Instructors (AMI) will be allowed to conduct these training courses. It is intended that this new training scheme will improve safety for all road users.

Improving riding skills

Biking can be a great experience but ridden inappropriately, a motorcycle becomes a lethal weapon. CBT will improve learners’ riding skills because they will receive training in a safe environment before being allowed to ride on public roads.

The CBT course has three modules:

• introduction and practical training, for example touch and feel
• practical riding (either off-road or on-road in a safe environment) and preparation for on-road riding (theory)
• practical on-road riding

You can get more information about CBT at the nidirect page below:

• About compulsory basic training (CBT) (motoring section)

Drivers should look out for motorcyclists

Half of all motorcyclist casualties are caused by other drivers. Motorists should give extra consideration to motorcyclists and look out for bikes:

• when overtaking
• at junctions
• when turning right
• when emerging onto main roads

More useful links

• Approved Motorcycle Instructor (AMI) (motoring section)
• Riding motorcycles and mopeds (motoring section)
• Motorcycle practical test explained (motoring section)
• Motorcycle licence requirements (travel, transport and roads section)
• Want to learn to drive? (motoring section)
• Where are the test centres? (motoring section)