CBT

[Kiran]

hi, what do they do on a cbt, what im trying to find out is there an exam at the end, is it a theory and what else do i need to watch out for .. I apologise in advance for what is probably a stupid question.

thanks

[Frost]

The CBT comes in many parts. none of it is what i would class as hard, or strict they expect you to know nothing when you go to do it, and they teach you all you need to know.

There is a basic theory section to the CBT however this is not an exam. all they want to see is that you can learn and are not a danger to yourself or other people.

[FragReaper]

Hi,
My CBT involved the instructor firstly talking us through basic maintenance of the bike to make sure it's safe to ride (using the POWER mnemonic). Taking it on and off the stand. We then went onto basic speed control, including emergency stops. Then we did control around cones at low speed, using the brake not the throttle to control your speed. Then some simulation to satisfy the instructor you will be safe to take out on the roads (Remember your lifesavers! ) Then I was taken inside with the others where we went over theory of signs, roundabouts etc. as well as a guide on safety gear etc. If the instructor is satisfied you're safe to take out on the road under his supervision he will take you on the roads and instruct you via a headset. (one of the 4 of us taking the CBT when i did mine wasn't allowed out the car park; he was just not in control of his machine!) Then whilst on the roads, you just have to convince the instructor you are not a danger to yourself or others on the road. It might be quite daunting if you do not have any previous road experience like i did not; but keep calm and you're fine. Remember to take your time, he isn't going to think any less of you because you take it steady and cautiously. If it's all well and good, he'll take you back to the centre and sign your CBT certificate . I think i had a particularly tough instructor... he failed everyone but me on CBT that day! from what i hear it is quite uncommon for people to fail CBT, so as long as you don't crash on it you'll be fine.
Good luck

[Adam.I]

FragReaper, did you not have ANY bike experience? Did you go to the CBT once, they teach you the basics, get you on the road to see your competent and then that's that, all in one day?

[Frost]

[badlydamaged]

[Ste]

[Mantzy]

[Ste]

Yup I agree as you're meant to be showing that you are safe enough to be let on the roads with an engine, and demonstrating this to the CBT tester is a good start to the process I'd say.

If you're not mature enough to be sensible for your CBT then you're not mature enough or sensible enough or safe enough to be let out on the roads as you'd just end up hurting yourself or others.

[Kiran]

Thanks for all the advice, I did my cbt today and got the certificate, I am so happy

Thank you all

[Davo]

Well done, what are your plans now? are you gonna go for your test or are you going to ride around and get some experience under your belt?

[Kiran]

Im gonna ride around get some more experiance then do my theory for the DAS

[loply]

Yeah CBT, basically they give you a talk on motorbikes in general (vaguely how they work) for an hour or two, then youll go onto some kind of yard and theyll patiently get you to ride in a straight line (after stalling loads of times), till you can eventually corner too.

Then theyll show you how to change gears and turn a bit etc untill you can ride around the yard in circles pretty competently.

Then they might talk a bit more and then go on some quiet backroads and then maybe onto some normal roads with the odd car.

Then youre done!

By the end of the day youll be amazed that you can ride a motorbike when in the morning you couldnt find the "on" button!

[VFR400UK]

helps to have some expirence, helps evern more if your prepared to listen and learn.