Don't bullshit people. It's easy ONLY if you already have a full driving license. If it's your first thing to go on the road with its actually pretty difficult. I'm on my third try now and I've fully read the highway code.

@@JoshNunnyt He's not bullshitting I did it first time when I was 16 with no experience, but obviously everyone will vary, I wish you best of luck

@@JoshNunnyt I agree. If you've never ridden a motorcycle before then it's a real challenge, but very exciting. Maybe practise the same tasks on a bicycle? Balance, slow steering control, junctions, u turn. The procedures will be the same. You'll get familiar. The only difference is the power, pedals v throttle and clutch. But the balance, steering, position, looking over your shoulder, etc, will all be the same process. I think it's a good thing that the instructor is giving you more training. Much better than you going out there and being in danger.

@@JoshNunnyt the government website says its not a test that you can pass or fail as a general rule so it's highly unlikely to fail it 😬

@@JoshNunnyt You can only fail a CBT if you crash or put someone in serious danger

Haha, well you never know, there could be a golden piece of information or a tip in this video which you may have forgotten about🤷‍♂️

@@BikeMatters I think it just takes me back to when i did mine, It's changed a fair bit since then by looks of it. All best to those about to do their CBT or Test

@@TheMusicTimeMachine. i have to do mine every two years lol

mattyy101 how come mate I’ve rode bikes since I’ve been 3 I currently ride a 125cc at 15 so next year I can get a moped. Can’t wait tbf but how come u have to take it every 2 years? Do u have to take it every two years even if u were in late 20’s?

@@TheRaggamanrudd cuz I don't do the licence just the cbt, got a lexmoto diablob125 on the way for one of me jobs :> have a speedfight peugot thing but fked in garage lol

You got this! thanks for the feedback and let us know how you get on.

How did it go?

C'mon how did you get on? Don't leave us hanging!

did you pass?

@@tommarks7939 sorry to leave you hanging guys, we went out in a group of 3 and i was the most confident and observant driver there, passed with flying colours :D been riding ever since, got about 7,000 miles on the clock :O

Brother you be fine don't be scared to say if it takes long time so what you are trying thats what counts keep it up brother 💯 🙏

Haha, things are definitely a bit different nowadays to how they used to be! Great to hear your grandson is following in your footsteps and getting on two wheels!

@@BikeMatters definitely still love riding after all these years and touch wood never had a accident.

@@chrisbaker951 Never had an accident! Thats lucky. I was in my first one before I had my licenese !

#ChrisBaker SStay my grandfa, pls 🤗

Well done. Nice video. You looked to have good balance and control.

It's EU system and the system is good to teach motorbikers to be safe and learn everything they need to know regarding road rules and bikers safety. It cost me £1000 plus to get through all 4 tests 6 yrs ago, never had an incident in thousands of miles of biking. So saved more than I paid out for. Think you are being a bit negative, think of your safety when you complete all 4 tests.

i paid around a 150usd or so one time for the class years ago and to get the endorsement added. I've been at it for over 8 years now, really think safety has more to do with the individual staying vigilant than a cost prohibitive entry fee. honestly feel bad for the younger guys who want to get into it.

@@kshea4231 as a 17 year old Irish citizen who started off riding 6 months ago on a 125cc which I'm legally limited to until I'm 19 I still agree with the laws even though they're restrictive, I've never had an incident in my 6 months of riding and I'll thank the EU system for that.

fair enough

I dont understand the law that makes you take a cbt every 2 years if you have passed and have been riding safely on a daily commute on L plates why do you have to do it all again ?

no 125 will do 90

@@TheStacato Not if it's 4-t. 2-t 125 bikes like the Honda NSR can do 90 provided the exhaust has been derestricted.

@@Guyver1911 So you have to make the bike illegal to do 90, so it's not a road legal 125 anymore...

@@TheStacato I never said it would be road legal... only correcting you saying that no 125 can do 90, which they can when allowed to. A 2-t 125 can do those speeds when you don't restrict it and let it produce the power it should be making. I don't recommend learners ride a bike like that though and approve that learner legal bikes should be limited in some fashion.

@@Guyver1911 you can 125s that will do 100 restricted

Think there will be a lot of people doing a CBT and going to two wheels for transport soon!

@@BikeMatters oh, good point, I'm in Ireland so I think it's slightly different and I live in a small area where very few people don't use cars so I don't think there will be that many

11 moths later and we're nearly there

@@jaygray9777 are we? I honestly haven't been paying much attention to the news, just been living my life

It's over. You can come out now 🙂

Good luck with the mod 2 and remember you've already done the hard part, that being mod 1.

Can you give me some advice please

Same bro

Did u pass 🙂

same here

Did you get it done?

What is required to drive the 125cc Mopeds? Do you need a driving licence or theory test complete or you just need the CBT course complete?

I’ve got mine in a few hours. Wish me luck!

@@thereclaimer2945 how’d it go mate

@@zainbtw1297 I passed it. And I’m very pleased with myself. Thank you.

You ended up in someone’s garden and you still passed it damn 🤣 I guess it it that easy then..

@@Viki-rz3nz Yeah, it's piss mate. Got my own CB125F now, and thankfully haven't ended up in anyone's front garden since lmao. Had my first crash a month and a half ago, though :P

Do you have to do theory

@@MKhan-ui8ot Not for the CBT, no.

@@I_Mark_Mills wait so u don't have know the road rules

had u ridden a bike before doing ur CBT ?

Do you need to know things?

@@TaxingIsThieving nah man well you just need to know the basics you don’t need to revise for nothing unless your looking for a 50cc+ good luck

@@KayKapone1 What basics, and yes I am as I might as well get the full licence!

@@TaxingIsThieving why tf you giving me attitude I’m here answering your question if your gonna get pissed at me tryna to be nice then keep crying and search the “basics” for yourself

Whole*

@@danielkerr4100 no need to call your self an ass whole

Glad it has helped and you enjoyed the video...

Hi Stewart! great to here you have done your CBT and got yourself on two wheels! Have you got yourself a motorcycle sorted?

@@BikeMatters Not yet, lot of resistance from my wife !

Our pleasure!

You'll do great! Glad the video could help settle some nerves!

How did you get on? Mine is in 2 days

How much practice did you have pre-test? Trying to figure out what I’ll need to book - in my 30’s too hah

@@aps-pictures9335 I'd do at least 2 practise lessons before booking the CBT otherwise you're wasting your money.

@@JoshNunnyt lessons before your CBT are really not needed at all.

I want to book mine soon im a better biker then i am driver, to many distractions in a car too comfortable to be going fast i say

🤞 Soon

I’m taking mine in August with camrider

Tomorrow 🤩

I was thinking of learning but not quite sure

Hope it all goes well for you! A motorcycle is a great way of commuting so you are making a great choice by doing your CBT! Good luck with it all!

How did it go mate?

@@georgeallmond4346 well basically i really needed to pass so i just went for the easy option: automatic, it was amazing fun, being out on the stream on my test was a blast. i went from "im never going to be able to do this because i couldnt even balance on the bike" then 30 minutes later i could do it perfectly, i loved every minute of it.

Hiya mate! glad it could help, good luck with it all!

@@BikeMatters thanks for the luck pal as it delivered me to a pass!!

@@ainzooalgown6450 Fantastic news! Big well done mate! Have you got a bike / insurance sorted out and on the road yet?

@@BikeMatters everything is sorted! Thanks! Loving the road!

@@ainzooalgown6450 Glad to hear it mate!

DemonWolfDog good luck

Good luck with it mate, let us know how you get on!

How did u get on

@@dan4026 well, the first time they said to do on base training as they were unfimiliar with my bike. Then covid happened, after covid i managed to do the whole CBT again and passed LOL. Since then ive sold that bike and now have a 125cc Benelli TNT.

Good luck with it Jack! Make sure to let us know how you get on!

@@BikeMatters Got it first try hehe, time to work my way to A1 now!

@@jackjones8988 Well done Jack!

I know I am too late to get CBT but now I'm going for CBT on 5th April after watching your video😊😊 I have a car but now this summer I am going to enjoy long ride.. Hope all Will be well

You should go for it! Do some research into CBT schools near you and find the most recommended one and start looking into booking it! You won't regret it!

How did you get on?

I passed my CBT and now riding my moped lots of great fun

​@@kyeclapzu what did they ask about the highway code section? Congrats on passing

they just asked the basics and what we knew @@Amiro_Gaming

Glad you found it useful! Hope the CBT goes well and you enjoy it - let us know how you get on. Thanks mate!

How did it go

Damn clutches, I was asked to come back for the same reason. Found it hard to hold the biting point when I was cornering.

@@djmotionful same thing for me today)) did u manage to pass it ?

Good to hear you are planning on going to two wheels. CBT's are a great experience and once you have settled into it are a lot of fun! Best of luck.

I’m hella anxious I’m about to sit mine today in wet conditions 😂😬

@@duxky1609 how did it go?

I wouldn't worry I did my cBT didn't even know how to turn the bike on lol, then fell off in the carpark 🤣 Ridding the cluch way 2 much. Still passed

@@TristanWardCoombe i have my test in two days , it’s only a automatic 50cc for a starter bike , I’m nervous lol

The clutch control (and throttle control) is something that does take a bit of time getting used to, but after some practice it just clicks and you've got it forever! Took me a while to make sure I was putting in enough revs to not stall the bike, plus the more revs the more stable you become. Keep at it, best of luck for your November CBT - and let us know how you get on!

get your CBT on a twist and go then you can get back to manual bike covers both ?

same

They are a great bunch!

Thank you! We want as many people as possible to get on bikes, so it's important people know the CBT isn't as scary as they might think.

Hi Ada, so glad to hear our video helped to put your mind at ease!

Best of luck! Be sure to check out our "10 Things You Should Know Before Taking Your CBT" video here- kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bqh2qNF8uZ2WY4E.html&ab_channel=BikeMatters

You'll be fine mate, remember, it's not a test it's training to get you on the road - follow their instructions and you'll do great!

Cheers man, I passed it. Now just waiting till April when I turn 24 to do my direct access.

@@thewanderer5137 Awesome news! Enjoy and ride safe.

Hi Josh, glad to hear you found the video useful! I'm sure you will pass your CBT with flying colours but still wish you the best of luck! Thanks for the sub!

@@BikeMatters Thanks buddy fingers crossed 🤞

@@ThatSpartanLife Let us know how you get on!

@@BikeMatters most definitely bud

Good luck!

Jim was absolutely fantastic, for all of the reasons above & more. If you want to see more of him, check out our Mod 1 video! How did your CBT go as well mate?

BikeMatters Went well thanks. Guy was good. Got cert but did it on auto as it was just too much to think about the controls and everything on a manual. Made the switch early on in the car park after we mutually agreed it would be a better way to do it. The advantage of being slightly older (37) is you tend to have more of an insight into how you learn. I knew I can take a while to get confidence in these kind of things and that I just wouldn’t have gotten it in just a few hours prior to going in the road which tbh was terrifying me and distracting me whilst learning. Glad I switched and the instructor could see that I was struggling. Happy I got the cert. and can always learn gears later. I don’t need them to start. Cheers.

@@Bangandthedirtisgone Nice one, congrats Stuart! Get the basics down with auto to focus on road safety, and then work on gears in your own time - sounds good to me. I found gears really just "click" after a while, and then it becomes second nature. Got a 125cc motorcycle sorted?

@@Bangandthedirtisgone Ah, the problem with being a taller rider is that a lot of the 125cc scooters aren't built for us (6'4" myself). I got on well with the AJS Modena & Lexmoto Diablo, but haven't had a chance to ride any of the "big dogs" ie Honda PCX & Yamaha N/Xmax 125, but those are good runners. The Vespa Piaggio group make some stunning 125 scoots as well, worth looking in to those as they are really popular. Reliability and running cost is difficult to say, I'd imagine much the same as many other 125's scoots though!

It will be the gear changing for me aswell

How did it go?

@@tafadzwasithole5561 good! Passed first try. No need to be nervous when taking one as they walk you through the steps with ease and you get used to the bike after 10 minutes

@@slowbiker thanks bro

@@tafadzwasithole5561 no worries mate hope it goes well

Enjoy your CBT - and welcome to the fun of life on two wheels!

Thank you! The CBT is good fun if you go in prepared, so I'm glad the video has helped - get it booked in if you can

Glad to hear you get on well with Jim and the team at CAM rider Harleston - a truly great team of people.

Great news! Nothing quite like a bike. I hope you found our video useful and all the best with your CBT!

Peter Kelly CBT training is taking place during lockdown as motorbike shops are open, they go hand in hand for business. You’ll just need your own helmet, most provide the bikes to train on.

Doing my first lesson on Friday can’t wait great video to get a idea what it will be like feel a bit more confident now

Good luck 👍

You may have already done it now, but I passed mine today. If you've driven before, you won't have any issues. I'd never driven anything beforehand, so I had to learn how to operate the clutch pretty quickly. But once you've gotten over that, the rest of it is a piece of piss. Just need to remember your observations and don't be an idiot! Lol

Hi Thomas! Well having a driving licence will give you an advantage on your CBT, mainly the road ride section as you will know how the roads work so this will come to you more naturally. In terms of learning how to ride a bike, this you will be taught in the first half of the day! The main thing to do is to enjoy it you'll be on the road in no time 😁

How did it? I'm doing my CBT in 3 weeks time but decided to have a lesson beforehand to get a feel for the bike, which is in 2 days! I'm more excited than nervous...I think haha. Really looking forward to getting out on my own!

*how did it go

@@LittleSteamMrs Hi, That was a very smart thing to take a lesson before the CBT. I took a geared bike as I’m on one now instead of a twist and go. In hindsight I’d Probaly of gone on the twist and go. Getting used to the clutch and gears was pretty difficult and I stalled non stop all day on and off the roads. I honestly believed I’d be the only person not to pass their CBT. I think part of that is being on a new bike and not being used to the bite point and also being really nervous. I’ve now found the more time I’ve had on my bike the more comfortable and confident I’m becoming. I have my motorcycle theory test booked for next Thursday. 🤞 Once you’ve passed just ride within your limits follow the rules of the road and the speed limits. The false confidence is real and I’ve been off in my first 1000miles!

Glad to hear it, hope it goes well!

Well done - enjoy!

I’m doing my cbt next week and I’m 16 I’m worried about the theory part or like where they ask questions about the Highway Code, do they ask a lot or only a couple questions and what do I need to know about the cbt as I know a fair amount of signs and what they mean

@@Keeptalkingg How did it go? currently 16 and waiting till I’m 17 in a few months so I can just start on a 125 was it easy?

@@cookiemonster15781 to be honest mate had my ped for around a month now and doing the cbt I was quite nervous but u just have to know a basic stuff about the Highway Code like signs is really it and it’s quite a long day as mine was raining but if you listen it’s kind of easy tbh

Thank you - I'm glad it has helped you out a bit, best of luck for your CBT and let us know how you get on!

Same here👍

@@BikeMatters I passed no problem. I'm just a few days away from taking my mod1 now can't wait!

@@markh4xnoob Congratulations! Make sure to check out our Mod 1 training video bit.ly/Mod1Training for more tips and tricks! Good luck!

Really glad it was helpful! We wanted it to be a full guide, so that's always good to hear.

Best of luck!

Hi there! it's great to hear you are doing your CBT, you definitely won't regret it when you are on the road! If you have been used to riding a bike off road then it should give you a slight advantage as you will feel more comfortable on a motorcycle than if it was your first time on one on the day! The key things to remember are to relax, listen to the instructor and enjoy it! Let us know how you get on with it! :D

Just treat it as a fun day out and you'll be fine. It's training not an exam so no need to put pressure on yourself. Good luck and have fun.

Same here. Ive done motorcross in the past but nervous as f**k aboit doing my cbt 😂

Good luck mate!

Enjoy it!

Great to here Stephen! You thinking about getting on two wheels?

BikeMatters sure am, just thinking about a commuter moped, as fed up with cycling!

Hi Stephen, I can definitely recommend it. Recently passed my DAS and I can tell you, riding a motorcycle is the most fun you can have with your clothes on! Make sure you listen to what the instructors tell you and you will enjoy every moment!!

How'd it go?

@@teexcv completed it and got my certificate, It was a lot of fun

Hey! Thanks, glad you found the video useful! Are you thinking of taking your CBT?

@@BikeMatters Hi, thanks for your reply! Yes, I really want to do it, so i can buy a moped under 50cc. (I hope the CBT is for that..) If I buy a used bike, does it have to have some technical papers before I take it on the road or just the L plate is needed? Thanks!

@@justincase8901 The CBT will allow you to ride a 50cc moped / scooter on the roads as long as you are 16+. Once you have passed your CBT you will need to insure the vehicle, you can do this with Lexham Insurance who power the BikeMatters channel at www.lexhaminsurance.co.uk

@@BikeMatters hey, so I only need insurance on the bike and a CBT (I'm 20) and then I'm ready to go? Thanks for the link btw😉

Update?

Best of luck! Let us know how you get on!

How did it go?

@@BikeMatters went really well, I've passed now of course. I wanted to do my CBT like 10yrs ago and i could never find ANY video like this online, great content man 👌🏾👏🏾

@GEBRIL HAYAT no you can use theirs but you can also bring your own moped if you like

🤣🤣 I'm doing my cbt in around 3 weeks once I turn 16 ill keep this in mind

You could be told you need a bit more time training with an instructor, which some people will see as a "fail" I suppose

I failed first time because i was forgetting to do my indicators on the road ride, passed the next day though for just a road ride for £30.

@@kyleB061 Great to hear you are on the roads Kyle! Which bike or scooter are you riding?

@@kyleB061 I failed mine first time, lack of clutch control basically stalled the bike every time I had to pull away and I got really stressed. Did same as you paid £30 to go back had one on one road ride and it went like a dream 👌

Glad the video could help, best of luck!

5th of july here

Good luck! (Even though you probably don't need it since you have watched video's obviously hehe)

I passed with flying colours thanks so much for this video😁

It sounds like your instructor wasn't too enthusiastic! It's a shame some are like that, the CBT is the first time people get to experience riding two wheels on the road (for the majority), and a good CBT can either make or break someones confidence!

@@BikeMatters do i need my own moped for cbt ?

@@garoabaer A lot of learning centers will provide scooters and motorcycles for you to do your test on. It's worth checking with them before you book your cbt.

Enjoy, and best of luck. Remember most people doing a CBT for a first time haven't ridden a bike before either and this training is all geared up for newbies.

Glad the video could help! Having any sort of experience on the roads will be helpful though being on a moped will be somewhat different to a bicycle! Best of luck with it all!

I’m a girl and I read online a lot of females struggle with it, I’m 5’2

Hi Brooke, well firstly you need to decide whether you want to learn how to ride a geared bike or a twist and go for your CBT. If you don't have a bike by the time you do your CBT there is no need to worry, the company you do your CBT with will likely provide you with a motorcycle to do your test on. In fact this may work better for you as you can try a bike out on your CBT and see how this works for you, also your instructor will be able to give you advise on the sort of bike you should look to buy! Good luck with your CBT! - Jake

Im 5”8-9 and can reach the floor comfortably on every bike I have sat on, maybe if your not able to reach the fooor and stay stable try looking st scooters because they sit slightly Lower

It's important to keep in mind that it isn't a test, it's training, as long as you listen to the instructor throughout the day and on the road ride you will be fine. As long as you display safe riding you'll get through it with flying colours! Make sure to let us know how you get on!

Okay Thanks Buddy 👍 I Do Ride But Offroad Pitbikes And Quads And I Know That A Hella Different To On Road So Was Checking In 😊

Best of luck!

Glad it helped!

How'd it go?

Great, let us know how you get on!

Good luck!!

Glad to hear it, let us know how you get on!

Thanks!

Glad you enjoyed the video! Mod 1 & 2 aren't impossible to pass without practice, but it would definitely help to have a bit of tuition beforehand to know the specifics they're looking for. I'd assume you're looking at the A1 licence, if these are the bikes you're looking at? You'll absolutely notice the difference between 10 and 15bhp, mostly at the top-end.