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Had my CBT Today. Was nervous as never ridden a geared bike. At 6'6" the little Honda CG125 kept bashing my knee on manoeuvre training but got passed it and had a Good 1st road ride ever and passed 😊😊 So Happy!

@stuartbrown25

10 ай бұрын

Congratulations to you on passing, how did you find the high way code tests as i've just found out this is now compulsary. is the test multiple choice and how many questions is there in total. this is what i'm dreading and the only thing which i could fail my cbt course on...

@PeteVXR

10 ай бұрын

@@stuartbrown25 Thanks mate, the Highway code test was fairly straightforward, I was also nervous about that one even though I drive lol, Nothing written or Multiple Choice in our group. That's the next step when moving up to your big bike license with the Theory Test them Mod1 and Mod2. Check with your Training school to be sure tho 😎

@stuartbrown25

10 ай бұрын

@@PeteVXR This will be my 5th CBT course = 10 years riding with no serious accidents to me or others with very little knowledge of the high way code. i just observed other motorists and now wished i bought the high way code book all those years ago and studded it so i wouldn't be in this situation now. i was hoping there would be a mock test with multiple choice on high way code as it would be easier, without this it's gonna be harder damn. it's hard enough remembering quite a lot of the signs a long with symbols, i just bought a brand new 125 with OTR and insurance total over £3,300. i will be screwed if i fail high way code for getting to the gym and work. the pressure is on not to mention stressed and worried....

@PeteVXR

9 ай бұрын

@@stuartbrown25 ah ok, do your best mate- whatever it takes to get on the New Bike 💯😎

@frankwoods9680

5 ай бұрын

​@@stuartbrown25did you do it?

I've got my CBT booked for tomorrow, really looking forward to it. I'm sure I'll get through it alright, I did one 14 years ago and that was before I'd learned to drive a car. Used to have a 125 but now looking to do my DAS and get my dream bike, an R6. Glad I didn't get it when I was 18, I would have binned it and potentially even myself. Older, wiser, safer now.

@ransomedavis2208

11 ай бұрын

was the cbt easy then ?

@90-dayturn

10 ай бұрын

why not get an R1

Good video but I have to disagree with not having a lesson or taster session pre cbt. Reasons why as an instructor myself I have found that in certain cases I.e the younger generation they have not had any experience at all regarding riding any petrol or electric vehicle ( obviously off road or within a controlled safe area) so it can be very daunting for some that not only have they got learn how to ride but also learn how to ride in a safe manner, and I’ve found on some occasions that before the 2 hour minimum road ride (element e) that some students don’t meet requirements so have to come back for further training,so in my opinion I like to offer taster sessions. But good information given in video 👍

Just passed my CBT on a geared bike, I’m as happy as could be 😄

Thank-you for this - cleared a few questions up.

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thank you for the extra information. I have my CBT tomorrow morning and I can't wait.

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

@tweekz4848

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeMatters thanks for the luck but I didn't pass

@sm0983

Жыл бұрын

@@tweekz4848why not what went wrong

Renewing my CBT at the age of 23 in the next few weeks. Haven’t done it since I was 16 but been dying to get back on ever since. Can’t wait!

@benbrown1489

Ай бұрын

I'm 16 now and just abt to book it so scared

@owm1560

28 күн бұрын

Same mate!

Enjoy the course.

@BikeMatters

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment RJH!

I disagree with the comment about not doing lessons beforehand - personally if you’ve never been on a bike before I’d highly recommend it. I’m having my training at Phoenix Motorcycle Training and have been completing Try Ride lessons. I’m a slow learner but having never been on a bike before I started on a scooter and have built up my confidence now on a geared bike…booked my CBT for August now I’m confident and prepared as do not want to waste money🎉

10:56pm and my cbt is booked for tomorrow (today is my 16th birthday) I’ll update once completed!

@jedzillargaming2910

2 ай бұрын

Did you pass

@owm1560

28 күн бұрын

How you get on

@jedzillargaming2910

28 күн бұрын

@owm1560 started at 8am home by half 11 easy as pie done my theory booking my mod 1 for August

I have my cbt on 28/01/23, this video was very informative. Thank you.

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

@sm0983

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeMattershow’d it go

Mines tomorrow and I haven’t ridden a bike (dirtbike) in 6 years idek how im gonna feel as I used to just rev and rev until the chain came loose with the rear wheel

Is there a seperate theory test to pass (away from the day of the practical, on a computer in a centre somewhere) and does this need to be redone every two years if staying on cbt? Ps I passed my driving test in 2009.

Got my cbt today

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck, let us know how you get on!

If you’re doing a 50cc do u have to know the motor signs ?

If I’m 16 and do my cbt will I be using a moped or a bike? Or does it depend on the training school

Just completed my cbt test, was definitely abit different (as I’m currently also learning to drive with a car) but it was great really enjoyed it and now I’m looking to get my first 125cc manual motorbike, if anyone has any good suggestions for a newbie let me know!

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Great work! Glad you enjoyed it! Check out our Top 10 125cc Motorcycles for 2023 kzread.info/dash/bejne/eYlr0tieZLqYZNI.html&ab_channel=BikeMatters Alternatively, next week we will be posting a Top 10 Best 125cc Motorcycles for under £2000 video so watch this space!

@hugoaplin544

Жыл бұрын

imo, go for the yamaha yzf-r125. perfect all rounder and definitely doesn't even look like a 125. looks a lot bulkier and bigger than the average 125cc.

@onrepeat73

11 ай бұрын

@@hugoaplin544what’s the insurance like on it though?

I’ll be doing my CBT soon. Been driving for 15 years but never even ridden a bicycle let alone a motorcycle so I’m kinda nervous despite all my knowledge and experience on the roads.

@BikeMatters

9 ай бұрын

Take it easy and enjoy it! The instructors will guide you through it all. Have fun!

im 34 and doing my CBT in a couple of weeks, im a tall and heavy built guy so ive picked up a few bits of gear as i highly doubt they would have my size, only thing im worried about is the fact a 125 probaly a bit weak for my giant person, so bit nervous on that part being slow to accelerate at junctions etc etc so hoping to jump into MOD1/2 as soon as i can,

Question I wanna Learn how to ride a geared but I don’t wanna do my CBT test until I know I can ride a geared

Are we not allowed to ride a gear motorcycle if we take test on automatic moped?

doing my cbt hopfully this month, quite nervous i wont remember all the info needed i tend to forget when put on the spot such as interviews... already done my first ride as they offered a free taster session so i know how to find biting point ect, super excited to get back on four wheels! would you recommend the CB125F to a total newbie? i want a sport bike but probably should start on somet easy lol

@BikeMatters

8 ай бұрын

Don't be nervous! Once you're on the bike and settled in again all will be well! I would absolutely recommend it, as it topped the chart on my Best Used 125cc video here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/fK190tmldqXahqw.html

23rd November so excited

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck and enjoy it!

@lynngertrudeclark6531

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeMatters I will thank you

At 48 years of age and having my drivers license before 2001, does my first bike with L plates have to be a 125cc if I have done a CBT? Or are older riders permitted to get a more powerful bike with L plates? Thanks 👍🏻 My CBT is in 2 weeks time.

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! If you have only completed your CBT, you can only ride up to 125cc capacity (14.75 horsepower) machines. To ride anything larger you must complete your full license via completing a theory test and MOD 1 + MOD 2.

Got my cbt tomorrow! I’ll let you know how it goes!!

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck! Brett

@OriginalWatson1

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeMattersI passed! This video helped alot! Was a good day!

@sm0983

Жыл бұрын

@@OriginalWatson1what do you actually need to know on the day about the highway code

@Rk-xx1sg

Жыл бұрын

@@sm0983 They will most likely ask you questions, for instance, show you a picture of an image of a certain highway code and you have to tell them what it is and what the rule for it is.

Hi im just curious what would be classed as a fail to the point i would have to go back because i've heard putting your foot on the floor while performing a U-Turn is a "fail"

@BikeMatters

2 жыл бұрын

The U-turn where a foot goes down is more common as a fail in a MOD 1 test from memory.

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

Yup, if you can't complete this exercise feet up, then you haven't met the standard. As this is part of element C and E, if you don't complete it on element C then you won't go out on the road. If you can't do it in element E, then you won't be signed off.

whats the maximum speed displaying L plates on a 125cc bike in england

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

max output is 15hp for a CBT friendly 125, there is no max top speed for the bike but naturally you have road limits. So in the UK 70 would be the max (if the 125 can get there).

Hi guys. I’m planning on doing the cbt training soon. I have a car license I’ve had for 25 years. Do I need to get a provisional license for cbt or this be on my license just now? Not been on a bike for over 25 years , nervous but looking forward to it. Thanks guys

@ryansinclair1861

Жыл бұрын

Yes you need a provisional license:)

@maggie9508

Жыл бұрын

I don't think so... just a car licence will do

@AliefeD

Жыл бұрын

You don’t need a provisional licence if you have a drivers licence :)

@lukeytac

Жыл бұрын

Literally first bit of info in the video

Both training schools I checked with here in Scottish Highlands said they stopped providing helmets and gloves since Covid.

@2sik_UK

Жыл бұрын

No way, where's that, Inverness?

@pixelfrenzy

Жыл бұрын

@@2sik_UK 2 Wheelers in Elgin/Forres/Inverness and Fast Trak in Elgin. I hugely recommend 2 Wheelers btw. Really excellent instructors.

@2sik_UK

Жыл бұрын

@@pixelfrenzy nice one bro I used to work in Elgin that's pretty close I might just have to give them a call, thanks bro

I went for my CBT last week. First time ever on a geared bike. At the end of the day my U turns weren’t up to scratch and the other student and I were so tired, we didn’t get to do our road training. Tomorrow I’m going back to get those u-turns done and have a two hour road session. Still really nervous but I think that’s because I want to pass so badly? Good luck to anyone else watching whose doing their CBT soon!

@koko-ld8pn

11 ай бұрын

let me know how it goes, i have my cbt tomorrow morning. ALSO did you have to pay extra money for the second day or was it free?

@harleythomas701

10 ай бұрын

Did u guys pass I've got mine next month and I've never been on a manual

My cbt is tomorrow so scared

@topshooter0698

Жыл бұрын

how did you do?

@buggeyed139

Жыл бұрын

Mine is tomorrow, how did yours go?

@hexclanfn1249

Жыл бұрын

@@buggeyed139 yeah quite easy untill the road part

@hexclanfn1249

Жыл бұрын

@rao definitely lanes and when to indicate

@williamobrady5475

Жыл бұрын

@@buggeyed139 how’d it go man? going for mine anything you’d look at before hand? or anything you found difficult on the day?

I thought I'd start on a moped type of thing to start with cause I'm scared of driving so just start off small

Thanks got my 2nd cbt on monday but its been 6 years since ive been on a bike so a little nervous but im sure il smash it like i did last time, only thing i dont get is how can the instructor talk to u if we take our own helmet???? During the road ride i mean

@BikeMatters

11 ай бұрын

They give you an earpiece. Good luck!

If you've already done it on a twist and go, could you then ride a manual in the future or would you have to do it again on a manual?

@verticalswipe

Жыл бұрын

You’d have to do it again on the manual

@agoodjoe6910

Жыл бұрын

@@verticalswipe not true

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

No. CBT covers both auto and manual. We recommend that people come back for a gears conversion, but that's entirely voluntary.

Can I get a CBT even though i don’t have a driver’s license? I don’t have a car but i’m planning to buy a bike.

@lukenorris927

Жыл бұрын

No you have to have a bare minimum pervisional

@JQ3B94

Жыл бұрын

Yes however you need to get a provisional license which you can do online (costs about 35 pounds)

This is not a test this a just to see if you are ok to ride on the road .

@Durdenkettyyty

Ай бұрын

So a test…

Hi, if you get your CBT on automatic, can you still ride a geared bike?

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Yes

My license states I have Class A for bikes. I passed my test in 83. Do grandfather rights still apply or if not, what steps do I need to obtain my full bike license? I'm 66 years old in the UK.

@lilynorthover8378

7 ай бұрын

You don't have to retake your test, it lasts. If you haven't ridden for a while, most good schools will give you a two hour refresher if you want. You pay by the hour. Phone them and ask.😊

Hi, do I have to do theory test for my CBT?

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

No you do not

Is 20 meter rule also applied for this cbt test or not Kindly guide

@pixelfrenzy

Жыл бұрын

You have to be able to read a number plate from 20.5 metres away, wearing your normal glasses if you need them for long distamces.

All my local training schools don't let you take a cbt on a geared bike if you haven't ridden one before, "because there won't be enough time to teach a good enough level of using the hears and clutch to be able to pass in the timeframe allowed". So I'm doing my cbt on automatic scooter, then just going to book lessons on a geared bike afterwards.

@harleythomas701

10 ай бұрын

How did it go And they don't sound right but I haven't done mine yet Got mine booked next month but I'm doing a 125 manual as part b should be 2-3 hours of practice

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

Really? CBT is an ongoing process. A novice learning a geared machine usually takes more than a day but not always. I am regularly teaching novices on geared machines. I just advise the client that they may not achieve the standard in one day and may have to pay for more time.

It is disturbing just how many people turn up having not even looked at the Highway Code and do not even understand how basic road systems work. Watching a student go the wrong way around a roundabout or turn onto the wrong side of the road or traffic island is terrifying. And, no, I don't sign them off.

What if you've never ridden a motorbike or scooter before and zero experience on the road what first steps would you reccomend before taking cbt

@Notoriouskga

5 күн бұрын

Many motorcycle training centres do TryRide lessons for an hour an ago which can be done before taking a CBT. I’ve been doing that, started on a scooter and now on a geared bike and booked my CBT for August

Done mine 1 week ago. It was like a taking a piss. Without previous driving and without bike experience. So dont be panicky its easy, but responsible

So if you do your CBT on a rev and go can you only ride them ?

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

you can also go onto geared, but always best to learn gears with an instructor imo.

I've been riding on a cbt since 2013, and my cbt is due next month. just found out the things have changed as now you need to do a high way code test. i have three weeks to learn it so the pressure is on.. is the high way code questions multiple choice and how many questions are there in total, the pressure is on to pass this otherwise i'm screwed for getting to work, gym etc. i've rode for 10 years and always observed other motorists rather than reading signs, in my 10 years of riding ive never caused accidents to my self or others as i've always been a careful rider and now aged 50 years old.

@lilynorthover8378

7 ай бұрын

There isn't a theory test for CBT yet but they do expect you to know the Highway Code.

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

Nothing has changed on CBT since 2013. There is no requirement to do a theory test. There should be, but as it stands, no, there isn't.

I’m 16 and about to do cbt am I only allowed a 50cc moped or can I use a 50cc motorcycle

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

50cc moped or motorcycle as long as it is restricted to 30mph

*5 - 8 hrs ?? do we just ride?*

I’m wanting a 300cc scooter when I pass my test. Do I need to ride a gear bike With the lessons and test day?

@lerx5799

Жыл бұрын

you can only ride up to 125cc after CBT in the EU

@alexanderthegreat9663

Жыл бұрын

@@lerx5799 yes same in England. This was for after the bike test not after the CBT

I've never been able to find a sensible answer to this, maybe someone here will know the answer. A light quadricycle can be driven on an AM licence, however a heavy quadricycle requires a B1, people keep saying a heavy quadricycle can be driven on a "bike licence" but I can't see anyway of getting a B1 except for getting a full B car licence. Anyone actually know the score?

Cbt is just A basic but some schol make them very hard for people

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

No. The standard is the same across the country. People find it hard because they have difficulty with the relevant motor skills.

My cbt is tomorrow Little bit scared 😢

I turn 17 in January and plan on doing my cbt and getting a 125. I don’t know weather or not I should do it now at 16 and get a moped first and upgrade later. What do y’all think I should do?

@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe

Жыл бұрын

May as well wait if you don't wanna ride a 50cc. Because the CBT only lasts 2 years then you either have to re-do it or move onto direct access and get a proper bike license.

@90-dayturn

10 ай бұрын

i’m 17 in october and doing my test in a couple days coz i’m gonna get a 125 as soon as i turn 17 but for you, depends if u need it for getting to school or whatever. But also its only gonna be winter until u can get a bike so it’s not like it’ll be the best time to be riding anyway so up to u

@JudeTheYoutubePoopersubscribe

10 ай бұрын

@@90-dayturn nothing wrong with riding in winter, I do it all year round apart from if it's snowing.

Can I be a 16 yr old and ride a 125cc at he CBT or will I have to be 17

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

needs to be 17

Can I take my CBT as a 16 year old on a manual bike? Or would I be forced to use an automatic. Cheers

@veowav

Жыл бұрын

Bit late but the peds r always rev n go cvt transmissions which r automatic. The manuals r 125s which you have to wait till 17 for

@7j8x74

Жыл бұрын

@@veowav 50cc am6 engined bikes are geared, like derbi sendas etc. I have one and was wondering

@veowav

Жыл бұрын

@@7j8x74 insurance don't generally insure you for training courses, so you would have to use a hire bike which if its 50cc would be a moped which would be a cvt transmission

I'm over 30 don't drive what cc will I be able to drive ?

@jess_swales

Жыл бұрын

A 125cc bike but make sure you’ve got a provisional license first

Got my cbt in 2 days

Can someone clear this up for me because different people are saying different things and it’s confusing me I am a 22 year old with only a previsional license so by law what am I allowed to drive 50cc or can I drive up to 125cc?

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

With only a provisional license, you can't ride anything until you take a CBT. From 17 onward you can ride up to a 125cc machine after successfully passing your CBT.

@joshdickson8884

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeMatters thank you I knew I had to complete a CBT regardless but I just wasn’t sure after the completion what I was allowed to drive with only the provisional but thanks for clearing that up

Only bit I’m worried about is seeing licence plate from 20 meters away

Is safety shoes compulsory?

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

No, but different schools take different approaches. We lend people boots. Personally, I wouldn't take someone on the road without suitable footwear as the risk of lower leg injury is foreseeable and we talk about it in element A.

I would just add, having done my CBT, aim to do the full test within a year of riding experience, not only does it lower insurance premiums but you get far more respect on the road.

A great informative video! A hypothetical question from a non-rider. Full car licence held for 40+ years. I'd love to own and ride a Maeving RM1 electric motor bike. It has a top speed of 45mph, no gears, twist and go. I'd never intend to ride a geared bike. How would a CBT test centre approach this given that afaik geared bikes are used for a CBT test?

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

CBT facilities also have automatic machines. Usually restricted 50cc machines. It makes no difference as you will then be able to ride any machine up to 125cc.

Does the highway code have a exam?

@Durdenkettyyty

Ай бұрын

No they only teach you it before the cbt so you understand it

A newbie here looking to get my bike license!!! Car driver for 4 years previous.

Hi.. If i choose #automatic instead of manual then ..after passing can i ride 125 bike or not or i have to only permission for automatic 125 scooters only? 😍

@jonnygonzales3875

Жыл бұрын

The test centre guy I spoke to when I booked my test said it didn't matter! I guess best to learn on the bike you will, ride though. My test is in 3 days!

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

CBT covers both manual and automatic regardless of what bike you trained on. It's a loophole in the system that really needs closing.

Got my cbt this Thursday 😅

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

@fragtrapkid7378

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeMatters thank you

@fragtrapkid7378

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeMatters I passed 🥳

I have my cbt on Monday 😫 so scared

@_levirice

Жыл бұрын

How’d it go

CBT is not a test. It's a training for you to have your basics and not endanger yourself or others on the road. Can't pass or fail, you can just take it.

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

You can fail. If you do not meet the standard, then you will not get a certificate. You will need to come back for further training. It takes as long as it takes. I have to be satisfied that the rider is safe to be out unsupervised on the road before I put my name to a certificate.

I'm 16 and I'm interested in motorcycles but you can't learn gears at 16 apparently because they only have 125cc motorcycles which I'm not allowed to use so, my only choice is a scooter.

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

You can if you can source a geared 50cc machine restricted to 28mph. They are like hen's teeth and no school will have one available.

So can you actually fail this?

@steveo726

Жыл бұрын

Don’t turn up

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

Yes. If you do not meet the standard, then the instructor will not issue a certificate. You will need further training until you do meet the standard. It is not a turn up and get a ticket.

Compulsory basic training ( CBT ) is a course you usually have to take before you ride a moped or motorcycle on the road. The training makes sure you can ride safely on your own while you practise for your full moped or motorcycle test. CBT is not a test that you pass or fail.

My cbt is 16th I have rode bikes before but still scared😂

@Talariaboyjme

10 ай бұрын

Ps I passed don't be anxious it's so easy when u get to talking and communicating with the instructors&other students hope this helps someone go out and smash it I hope u like the comment when u pass good luck people 🏍

@BikeMatters

9 ай бұрын

🙌🙌🙌

my mate passed his in a hour ?

@markellott5620

6 ай бұрын

Then someone is breaking the DVSA rules and needs to have their licence to train revoked, or your mate is telling whoppers. The road ride element alone is a minimum of two hours. CBT consists of five elements. On a good day, I can get through in about five hours. That's with people who already have riding experience and don't need much tuition.

@captainhaddock2137

5 ай бұрын

No he didn't!

My cbt is in the morning 🤦‍♂️

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

My cbt is today 🙂

@BikeMatters

8 ай бұрын

Hope it went well!

My cbt is in the morning hope I pass

@I1ORdbi

6 ай бұрын

Did you pass? Any tips? Im doing mine on sunday

@lukeholland7147

6 ай бұрын

Did you pass

My cbt is in 45 minutes

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

Having your own gear isnt essential as The company provides that

Mines today I’m shitting myself

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

@bpdrecovery3920

Жыл бұрын

@@BikeMatters I passed haha x

@BikeMatters

Жыл бұрын

Nice one!

@elliemay7201

Жыл бұрын

Was it hard or easy? And congrats on passing!

Is it compulsory to know all Highway before attending CBT? And, do they ask for it, like some theory before the beginning of the CBT test?

@lukeholland7147

6 ай бұрын

No