Motorcycle Training and the CBT

Motorcycles are generally considered pretty cool. Two wheels, high speeds, stunts and inevitably an element of danger has given motorbikes a sort of Jekyll and Hyde reputation. People usually fall into one of two categories, they either love them or they hate them.

Of course, the majority of people who ride motorbikes are extremely sensible and safe and many of the elements that were mentioned in the first paragraph are consigned to sporting arenas and raceways anyway.

It's probably fair to say that the image of motorcycle riding has undergone something of a positive facelift in the last couple of decades especially and the safety aspects have been ramped up to help with that improving image. Safety is of key importance, and if sensible safety measures are in place then much of the danger associated is also removed.

The laws too have become much more rigid and stringent with the sole aim of improving safety on the roads, both for those that ride bikes and for all other highway users.

Following on from cars, in order to take a motorcycle test and to be able to ride legally on the roads, one now also has to take part and pass a theory test, known as the "Motorcycle Theory and Hazard Perception Test".

The popularity of motorcycles seems to be on the increase again and there are now training centres all across the country (UK) that provide a safe environment for riders to take various tests and learn how to control their vehicles safely and maturely.

One of the most common motorcycle tests undertaken at these training centres is the CBT or Compulsory Basic Training. Any beginner who wants to ride a motorbike will absolutely have to pass this CBT before legally being allowed to ride the highways.

This compulsory basic training does exactly that - covers all the basics of both practical and theoretical motorbike riding. Within the safe compounds of the training facility, each rider will learn how to safely handle their machines from basic manoeuvres such as starting and stopping the bike, using the bike stand correctly to understanding all of the safety equipment such as helmets and correct and suitable clothing.

As mentioned there are plenty of motorcycle training centres up and down the country, so if you are interested in learning to ride, your local centre should really be your first port of call, where the trained experts will be able to guide you and give all the advice you need to get you started.

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