Motorcycle CBT Training in Warrington
On Your Bike offers motorcycle CBT in Warrington for new riders aged sixteen and over. Our Compulsory Basic Training course is a friendly, unhurried one-day introduction to motorcycling, led by DVSA-approved instructor Angela — a certified IAM Advanced Rider — alongside her experienced team. moped or motorcycle CBT Courses start from £225 with the bike, helmet and jacket all included. You simply turn up with your provisional licence and weather-appropriate clothing. We train students from Warrington, Cheshire, Runcorn, Widnes, Wigan and the surrounding areas.
One-day Course From £225 — Bike, Helmet & Jacket Included
Find Us in Warrington
On Your Bike is right here in Warrington, with easy access by car, train and bus from across Cheshire, Runcorn, Widnes and Wigan. Whichever way you travel to us, your day starts with a friendly welcome before we get you on a bike.
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By Car
Junction 9 of the M62 and Junction 21 of the M6 are both within easy reach. We will share the exact training location and parking details when you book.
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By Train
Warrington Bank Quay (West Coast Main Line) and Warrington Central both run regular services from Manchester, Liverpool and the surrounding region.
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By Bus
Frequent local Warrington’s Own Buses services connect the town centre with surrounding areas. Tell us where you are travelling from and we will recommend the best route. Frequent local Warrington’s Own Buses services connect the town centre with surrounding areas. Tell us where you are travelling from and we will recommend the best route.
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Areas We Serve
Warrington, Cheshire, Runcorn, Widnes, Wigan and the surrounding villages. Most learners are with us within thirty minutes from home.
Different courses run from different training sites around the Warrington area. Once you book, we confirm the exact location, parking arrangements, and the best way to travel to us based on where you are coming from.
What is a CBT?
A Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) course is a one-day course you must complete before riding a motorcycle, scooter or moped on the road in the UK. It is not a test in the formal sense — it is a structured day of training that ends with a certificate (a DL196) when you and your instructor are both satisfied you can ride safely.
Once you hold a valid CBT certificate, you can ride a motorcycle or scooter up to 125cc on the road with L-plates for up to two years. The CBT is also the required first step before taking your Direct Access training and full motorcycle licence tests.
What Your CBT Covers
The DVSA splits a CBT into five elements. We go at your pace through every one.
1. Introduction & Eye Check
We confirm your licence, run an eyesight check (reading a number plate at 20 metres), and talk you through what to expect from the day.
2. Off-Road Controls
You learn the bike’s controls and how to start, stop, brake and steer in our safe off-road area before going near the road.
3. Off-Road Riding Skills
Slow-speed manoeuvres, U-turns, figure-of-eight, emergency stop, and a controlled introduction to riding the bike with confidence.
4. Road Safety Briefing
A practical talk about hazards, road positioning, what to expect from other road users, and how to ride safely as a new rider.
5. On-Road Riding
A minimum of two hours of on-road riding under our supervision, with radio guidance. We only head out when you are confident — never before.
At the end of the day, if you and your instructor are both happy, you receive your DL196 CBT certificate.
CBT Courses From £225
Your CBT day includes:
- A well-maintained 125cc training motorcycle
- A helmet with intercoms
- A jacket
- One full day of training with a DVSA-approved instructor
- Your DL196 CBT certificate on completion
What you need to bring or Hire from us?
- Your UK provisional or full driving licence — original, in date.
- Your driving History — available here : https://www.gov.uk/view-driving-licence
- Boots with ankle protection – Hire available during Online Booking.
- Gloves — winter gloves in cold weather. Hire available during Online Booking.
- Sturdy jeans with no rips or holes and thick socks (not shorts).
- Warm, weather-appropriate clothing — layers. Waterproofs incase it rains.
- Lunch and a couple of drinks or money for it — it’s a long day.
Why Take Your CBT With On Your Bike?
Friendly, unhurried, expert instruction — built around you.
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Safety-Led
Every minute of your CBT is built around riding safely. We never go on the road until you and your instructor are both confident.
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Patient Tuition
Small groups, individual attention. You learn at your pace, not a production-line schedule. Never rushed to the next step.
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DVSA Approved
Angela is a DVSA-approved motorcycle instructor and certified IAM Advanced Rider. Her team shares the same standards.
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Bike & Kit Included
Your bike, helmet and jacket are included in the £225 fee. Just bring your provisional licence and weather dependent clothing.
CBT FAQ
Common questions about taking a motorcycle CBT in Warrington.
How much does a CBT cost in Warrington?
Our CBT courses start from £225, including bike hire, Helmet and Jacket are included with all CBT Courses, Additional options for Boots and Gloves Hire are available when booking.
How long does a CBT take?
A typical CBT day runs from around 8:30am to 4:00pm, including breaks. The exact length depends on the size of the group and how quickly everyone progresses. There is a minimum On-Road riding time of two hours, set by the DVSA.
What is the difference between a CBT and Direct Access (DAS)?
A CBT (Compulsory Basic Training) is a one-day course that lets you ride a 125cc bike on the road with L-plates. Direct Access (DAS) is the full progression that lets you take your Module 1 and Module 2 tests and ride any size motorcycle without restriction. Most riders start with a CBT and step up to DAS later.
Can I take a CBT if I have never ridden a motorbike before?
Absolutely — that is exactly what the CBT is designed for. We begin with the basic controls in a safe off-road area and build your skills step by step. Most of our students arrive having never sat on a motorcycle in their lives.
What if I do not finish the CBT in one day?
If you and your instructor agree you are not yet ready to head out on the road, you do not fail — there is no pass or fail on a CBT. We simply book you in for another session to complete the parts that need more time. This is more common than people think and nothing to worry about.
Do I need to bring my own motorcycle?
No. We provide a well-maintained 125cc training motorcycle, a helmet and a jacket as part of the £225 course fee. You only need to bring your provisional or full UK driving licence and weather-appropriate clothing.
What do I need to bring?
Just your valid UK provisional or full driving licence and warm, weather-appropriate clothing — long trousers, sturdy ankle-covering footwear, and layers for the weather. We provide everything else.
What happens after my CBT certificate is issued?
Your CBT certificate (DL196) is valid for two years and allows you to ride a motorcycle or scooter up to 125cc on the road with L-plates or 50cc if you are 16 years of age. To ride bigger bikes without restriction, you progress to Direct Access (DAS) training and the Module 1 and Module 2 tests, which we can also take you through.
Where is your motorcycle training school in Warrington?
We are based in Warrington and train students from across Cheshire — including Runcorn, Widnes and Wigan. Different courses run from different sites; give us a call and we will confirm the exact training location for your booking.
How do I book my CBT in Warrington?
Give us a call or use the online booking form. We will confirm your date, agree a start time, and run through anything you should know ahead of the day. Same-day CBT bookings are usually possible when there is availability.
Ready to Ride?
Book your CBT in Warrington today — from £225, Bike Hire, Helmet & Jacket are included.
Other Areas We Cover
We train motorcycle riders from right across the North West. Here are some nearby areas — or see our full list of locations.