Kent and Sussex Rider Training

C.B.T.

Compulsory Basic Training is a legal requirement before learning to ride on the road.

Q/.What are the age limits for CBT?
A/.16 for a 50cc Moped, 17 for a 125cc.

Q/.Can I ride on 'L' plates without a CBT?
A/.No.

Q/.What does the CBT cover?
A/.The certificate states that you have completed your Compulsory Basic Training, and are therefore legally allowed to ride a Bike on 'L' plates on the roads (age 16 for moped, 17 for 125cc), providing that you have a valid licence permitting it.

Q/.How long does a CBT last?
A/.Currently 2 years.

Q/.Can I carry passengers with just a CBT?
A/.No-Until you have passed your Full licence Motorcycle Practical Test you may not carry any passengers whatsoever.

Q/.Is the CBT Bike specific - esp with Auto / Man?
A/.The Compulsory Basic Training certificate is neither Bike nor Automatic / Manual specific. The CBT covers you as a learner rider up to a maximum bike size of 125cc either manual or automatic.

Q/.What is the Instructor / Pupil training ratio?
A/.Usually 2 students per instructor and never any more than demanded within DSA legal limits.

Training

All learner riders require a certain amount of tuition before passing the test. Kent and Sussex Rider Training can provide all levels of Motorcycle training.

Q/.What Bikes are used for training?
A/.SR 125s mainly, with some 50cc Manual & Automatic Mopeds available as well, for direct access training we usually use ER500's

Q/.Can I use my own Bike?
A/.You are always welcome to use your own machine providing it is a suitable Bike legally Taxed, Tested and Insured. REMEMBER for CBT training you must NOT ride your bike to us at the start of the day although if successful you can ride home at the end of the day.

Q/.What clothing do I need to bring?
A/.Strong boots or shoes (NOT steel toe-capped).
Sturdy Jacket, Gloves and Trousers.
Helmet, Wet weather clothing (can be borrowed from us).

Q/.Can I learn on my Car Licence?
A/.Yes - a FULL car licence is also a provisional M/C licence.

Q/.Do I need to bring my licence with me?
A/.You must always carry your licence for any training or testing sessions. This is the law and not a matter we can "take a view" on.
Remember that the Licence consists of 2 parts - the hard plastic 'Credit Card' portion AND the green paper counterpart.
One is not legal without the other - you MUST HAVE BOTH parts when coming for training and testing. We can no longer accept D441 as licence substitute and it is worth noting that if you have only an old style paper licence, you must also have a current UK passport to be able to attend theory or practical test.

Q/.Can I train at the week-end or mid-week?
A/.We train 7 days a week, usually starting with CBT at the week-end and full courses progressing throughout the week.

Q/.What is the Instructor / Pupil ratio?
A/.No greater than 4:1 on 125cc road rides or 2:1 on 500cc rides.

Q/.What Bikes can I ride after I pass on a 125cc Bike?
A/.After passing the normal Bike Test you will be limited to a reduced power Bike (up to 33 bhp) for 2 years. After 2 years you will be allowed to ride anything. The Licence does not need to be updated - The 2 years speak for themselves

Direct Access

Direct Access Scheme (DAS) is designed for the older rider (over 21) who wishes to 'short cut' to a full licence.

Q/.What Bikes are used for training?
A/.You start on a 125cc and progress to a 500cc Bike.

Q/.Can I use my own Bike?
A/.Yes - any bike over 47 bhp.

Q/.Can I ride on my own on 'L' plates?
A/.Not on a Bike over 125cc. You must have a qualified DAS instructor with you in radio contact.

Q/.What is the Instructor / Pupil ratio?
A/.The legal maximum for DAS training is 2:1..

Q/.What Bikes can I ride after I pass?
A/.Anything.

Theory Test

All learners have to take a theory test for every category on their licence they wish to pass. So although you may have a full driving Licence for a Car, you will still need to pass a Motorcycle theory test to gain category 'A' on your licence.
The theory test now consists of a question 'paper' of 35 questions, of which at least 30 must be correct, and a Hazard Perception Test of 14 clips showing 15 'Developing Hazards' scored on a basis of 5 to 1 points, depending how soon the hazard is perceived. A minimum score of 44points is required in the Hazard Perception Test.

Q/.I have a full Car Licence, do I need a Theory Test?
A/.Yes - each category on your licence now requires you to complete its own specific Theory Test before taking the practical test for that category.

Q/.Does training include the Theory Test?
A/.Your training with us can include the theory test if you wish or of course you can organise and sit your own theory test in advance of your practical training.

Q/.Can I organise my own Theory Test?
A/.Yes - just let us know what you intend to do.

Q/.Where can I get the form to book, and take the Test?
A/.The form can be obtained at any Driving Test Centre, and the form lists all the available Theory Test centres. Alternatively phone and book on 0870 0101 372.

Q/.What are the pass marks?
A/.The Theory Test pass is 30 out of 35 questions correctly answered
The Hazard Perception Test pass rate is currently 42 points, but this will increase over the next 6 months to 48.
What is the pass ratio?
National pass ratios are at approximately 45%. So study!

Q/.What do I need to study to pass?
A/.The Highway Code and the Official Theory Test for Motorcyclists.
A practice CD for the Hazard Perception Test is also available.

Q/.What is 'The Hazard Perception Test?
A/.This part of the Test tests the candidate in the ability to plan ahead and recognise potential hazards and 'developing' hazards (i.e. identifying something which COULD cause you to change speed or direction.

Q/.How long does the Theory Test Pass certificate last?
A/.The Pass Certificate is valid for 2 years during which time you must pass your practical test.

Q/.What happens if I fail?
A/.You can either do another Theory Test road-ride day with us, or organise your own re-take. Then continue your training with us.

The Practical Test

The end of the training if you can keep calm and concentrate. Show the examiner that you are in control of your Bike, you are doing adequate observation and the public and it's property is safe, and you pass!

Q/.Where is the Test taken?
A/.We usually use Tunbridge Wells Driving Test Centre.

Q/.What is KSRT's Pass Rate?
A/. On average about 80%

Q/.Can I do a intensive course with guaranteed pass?
A/.Yes you can do an intensive course but NO there is no such thing as a 'Guaranteed Pass' in the real world.

Q/.hat Bikes can I ride after I pass on a 125cc Bike?
A/.After passing the normal Bike Test you will be limited to a reduced power Bike (up to 33 bhp) for 2 years. After 2 years you will be allowed to ride anything. The Licence does not need to be updated - The 2 years speak for themselves

Q/.What bikes can I ride after I pass on DAS?
A/.Any bike on the road so long as it is road legal and taxed.Also, you are insured to ride it.

Advanced

Advanced training can take several forms. There are two main reasons for taking training - simply to improve your standard, or to take a higher Test and save on insurance.

Q/.Do you do Motorway training?
A/.We can cover Motorway Riding instruction after you have passed your test, however, you will have ridden on Dual Carriageways during your learner training and the basic principles are the same.

Q/.Do you do Post Test confidence training?
A/.Yes - anything you feel you need.

Q/.Do you do advanced training for Insurance discounts?
A/.No. However, we can put you in touch with Instructors and Organisations that can train and test you for a recognised qualification.