Prior to 21st February 2011 – Learner motorcyclists who have provisional entitlement prior to 21st February 2011 – must complete CBT – or pass their motorcycle test – within 12 months of introduction if they wish to continue to ride unaccompanied on a public road.
This includes full car licence holders who are automatically issued with provisional entitlement for motorcycles after they pass the car practical test.
From 21st February 2011, all new moped or motorcycle riders applying for provisional moped or motorcycle entitlement will have to successfully complete CBT before being permitted to ride unaccompanied on public roads.