Bike Test

To Get Your Full Motorcycle Licence!

In October 2008 the motorcycle licence test will change. If you want to get a full motorcycle licence you will still need to do CBT (Compulsory Basic Training) and take the practical and theory tests, however a new element has been added which means that you will need to undertake a more complex manoeuvring test at new ‘super test centres’, the Government is currently building these new facilities around the country.

Motorcycle Manouvering - Left Circuit

Motorcycle Manouvering - Left Circuit
  1. On and off the stand
  2. Wheel the machine
  3. Slalom
  4. Figure of eight
  5. 30 kph circuit ride
  6. 50 kph avoidance
  7. Controlled stop
  8. U-turn
  9. Slow ride
  10. 30 kph circuit ride
  11. 50 kph emergency brake

Download the The Second European Driving Licence Directive factsheet

However, this new part of the test will also add some additional expense to the test overall and the cost of training may also go up. You may have to travel further to take your bike test, depending on where you live, again incurring additional expense. This is because the new arrangements will mean that the number of test centres around the country will reduce compared to the number of locations available now.

If you already have a CBT, now’s the time to get your test and avoid having to pay for a new CBT every two years.

So, if you’re thinking of getting onto two wheels and experiencing all that riding a motorcycle has to offer you for both leisure and every day use, now’s the time to start thinking about getting your full licence. Riding a bike or scooter has many benefits;

  • cutting congestion,
  • reducing journey times,
  • saving money
  • convenience
  • its fun!

Getting a bike licence is a passport to freedom and can open up new adventures and friendships all around the world. From commuting, to overseas adventures, motorcycling has never been easier, safer and more fun to get involved in.

So, don’t forget; if you leave it until after the summer of 2008, you may face a longer wait to gain your licence and it will certainly be more expensive.

Did you know?

The active UK rider population is 1.5 million.