The 5 Elements of CBT
Compulsory Basic Training is a one-day training course that’s for moped and motorbike riders that allows them to ride on public roads before having obtained a full motorcycle licence. Although CBT takes place over just one day, there’s still quite a few elements of it to be aware of. That’s what we’ll be covering in-depth in this guide. When you’ve completed CBT, it’s important to note that you’ll need to have CBT insurance to make your moped or motorbike road legal.
Key points
The 5 Elements of Compulsory Basic Training
- Element A – Introduction and Eyesight Check: This is the first part of CBT and where you’ll fill out paperwork, be told what the day’s training will entail and also complete an eyesight check to ensure you can read a number plate from 20 metres.
- Element B – Practical On-Site Training: The next element of CBT is on-site training. This includes introducing you to the motorbike, including its controls and how to do basic checks as well as getting on and off the bike and wheeling it safely.
- Element C – Practical On-Site Riding: Practical on-site riding is next, where you’ll learn all the elements of riding safely in a controlled environment. This includes accelerating, braking, using signals. gear changing and doing an emergency stop.
- Element D – Practical On-Road Training: Practical on-road training is mostly a theory-based element where you’ll learn the rules of the road, such as proper positioning, legal requirements, maintaining good visibility, keeping the correct distance from other vehicles and hazard perception.
- Element E – Practical On-Road Riding: The final part of CBT is practical on-road riding where you’ll be riding for at least 2 hours on public roads. You’ll be in contact with your instructor the whole time via radio who will also be observing your riding performance.
Is it hard to pass CBT?
It’s not as difficult as regular driving lessons but that’s not to say it’s easy either. You’ll need to be properly prepared, be willing to listen and learn and be able to stay calm under pressure, particularly in the practical on-road riding portion of the training.
Why do I need CBT insurance?
CBT insurance isn’t insurance to do the training itself but rather for after you’ve done your training and have your own moped or motorbike you want to insure. It will make your vehicle road legal and in the case of fully comprehensive cover, protect it for collisions, theft and fire damage.
In Summary
- CBT consists of five elements – A to E, which cover all aspects of riding safely on UK roads, from knowledge of the rules of the road to practical riding skills.
- Once you’ve completed CBT and have your moped or motorbike, you’ll need to tax and insure it.
- CBT takes place over one day and involves riding on public roads for at least two hours accompanied by your instructor.
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