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Morning gents,
Is a CBT the same as a provisional motorbike license, or not?
Cheers.
Is a CBT the same as a provisional motorbike license, or not?
Cheers.
Quick bike question ...
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Soldato
^^ What He/She said.
Bikes get it tought.
Got to
1 apply for provisional
2 Do a CBT
3 Do a theory Test
4 Do a Mod 1 Test
5 Do a Mod 2 test
With a car you can take the CBT and Mod 1 out. So only doing 3 tests
Bikes get it tought.
Got to
1 apply for provisional
2 Do a CBT
3 Do a theory Test
4 Do a Mod 1 Test
5 Do a Mod 2 test
With a car you can take the CBT and Mod 1 out. So only doing 3 tests
Soldato
Applying for a provisional isn't a test. 
Soldato
Applying for a provisional isn't a test.
Well, you only have to do 3 things
If I have a full UK driving license am I correct in thinking I can just turn up for a CBT?
Soldato
What category's does your license have?
This should show you
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/DriverLicensing/WhatCanYouDriveAndYourObligations/DG_4022547
Caporegime
As long as you have a provisional motorcycle entitlement. You'll need to book though.
When you do turn up, make sure you have good protective gear, not t-shirt and trainers.
This is what the back of my license looks like, does this mean I have to speak to DSA and get another license sent out, with a provisional motorbike entitlement?
Soldato
Category P at the bottom entitles you to go and do a CBT without any further licenses from DVLA. so you are good to go and do a CBT
P entitles you to the below as well as going for your CBT
P = Mopeds with an engine size of up to 50 cc and a maximum speed of up to 50 km/h
Just looking at the above Image I found on the net. It always amazes me that people that have their licenses before X date can do so much. Like drive trucks tow trailer and above ride a bike without CBT.
Now I know my mum and dad passed before this date so can do all of the above and I wouldn't trust either in a car with a trailer let alone a damn Truck or bike
P entitles you to the below as well as going for your CBT
P = Mopeds with an engine size of up to 50 cc and a maximum speed of up to 50 km/h
Just looking at the above Image I found on the net. It always amazes me that people that have their licenses before X date can do so much. Like drive trucks tow trailer and above ride a bike without CBT.
Now I know my mum and dad passed before this date so can do all of the above and I wouldn't trust either in a car with a trailer let alone a damn Truck or bike
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Just to clarify, as I've explained this poorly.
I'm 18, have a full UK driving license, want to do my CBT to be able to ride up to 125cc light bikes. With my current license can I just book and arrive for the CBT?
Cheers.
I'm 18, have a full UK driving license, want to do my CBT to be able to ride up to 125cc light bikes. With my current license can I just book and arrive for the CBT?
Cheers.
Soldato
Yes. just find a local place that does CBT training and book up with them.
Most will supply Gloves and a helmet if you don't have your own.
Once you have done your CBT you will get a certificate, this will last you 2 years and will expire after the two. if you want to continue on a 125 you will either need to do another CBT or do your full test.
A CBT IS NOT A TEST. it is simply a course to show you how to be a competent rider and be in control of your machine. If you fail this simply means you either need more training or the company are not teaching you well. Again YOU CANT FAIL A CBT.
(Sorry I hate people saying Can I fail a CBT, or people saying good luck> It should be ENJOY! as its a laugh)
This may help if you havent found a school yet
http://www.begin-motorcycling.co.uk/c_northants.htm
Ask them they will have the most up to date concise info available.
Most will supply Gloves and a helmet if you don't have your own.
Once you have done your CBT you will get a certificate, this will last you 2 years and will expire after the two. if you want to continue on a 125 you will either need to do another CBT or do your full test.
A CBT IS NOT A TEST. it is simply a course to show you how to be a competent rider and be in control of your machine. If you fail this simply means you either need more training or the company are not teaching you well. Again YOU CANT FAIL A CBT.
(Sorry I hate people saying Can I fail a CBT, or people saying good luck> It should be ENJOY! as its a laugh)
This may help if you havent found a school yet
http://www.begin-motorcycling.co.uk/c_northants.htm
Ask them they will have the most up to date concise info available.
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Thanks for your help VFR, appreciate it.
Soldato
No problem. Only passed my Full test on 31st October last year so still fresh in my mind.
Soldato
If you are post 2001 you don't need a CBT :s so would be forever.
People with licenses issued before 2001 don't need to, not me I'd still need a CBT which that picture says, and so does the directgov site. I'm just wondering because that doesnt say that you need to do a test etc. or that you need to redo you're CBT.
Soldato
Sorry My mistake. If you did your test after 2001 you will need a cbt as above but cannot take passengers. looks like a miss-print.
Soldato
Why do you have to do a CBT Full stop.
You don't have to do one to get in a car. absolute joke.