CBT (Compulsory Basic Training) is your first step toward becoming a safe and legal motorcycle or scooter rider on UK roads. Whether you're 16 and riding a moped, or 17+ on a 125cc motorbike, you must complete this one-day course before you can ride solo with L plates.

Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) is not a test, but a mandatory training course required by law for most new motorcycle and scooter riders in the UK. It ensures you can control a motorbike or scooter safely and understand how to ride on public roads.

Once completed, you'll receive a CBT certificate (DL196), valid for two years, allowing you to ride:

• A moped (up to 50cc) from age 16

• A motorcycle or scooter up to 125cc from age 17+

• With L plates and no passengers or motorway riding

CBT is a structured one-day course that includes five main parts:

1. Introduction & Eyesight Check

   • Legal requirements, equipment, and clothing

2. On-site Motorcycle Controls Training

   • Learning the controls, balance, and basic handling

3. Off-road Riding Practice

   • Practising maneuvers like turning, stopping, and figure eights

4. Road Safety Theory & Highway Code

   • Essential rules, road signs, and rider positioning

5. On-road Ride (minimum 2 hours)

   • Supervised road ride to assess your awareness and safety

✔️ You’ll pass if your instructor feels you're safe and confident enough to ride solo.

Most CBT courses take one full day, starting in the morning and finishing in the afternoon. Some riders may need extra time depending on their progress, and that’s okay—safety comes first.

No experience needed! CBT is designed for total beginners. Our DVSA-approved instructors at Moto-Pass are patient, friendly, and trained to help nervous or first-time riders feel comfortable.

To attend CBT, you must bring:

• A valid UK provisional or full driving licence (photocard)

• Suitable clothing (sturdy trousers, boots that cover the ankle)

At Moto-Pass, we provide:

Your CBT certificate (DL196) is valid for 2 years. If you don’t pass a full motorcycle test (A1, A2, or DAS) in that time, you’ll need to complete CBT again to continue riding legally.

Once you’ve completed your CBT:

• You can ride a 50cc or 125cc bike with L plates

• You must not ride on motorways or carry passengers

• You can continue riding with L plates for 2 years

• Or, upgrade by taking further training (A1, A2, or DAS) for a full motorcycle licence