What is CBT?
A 3 day course designed to prepare new riders to ride up to a 125cc motorcycle or scooter
Course details
The CBT course is often confused as a test however it is not a test but a course typically completed in 3 modules. Each module must be completed consecutively in order to gain the CBT certificate at the end of the course.
If the instructor feels you need more training to complete any elements of the course, they will ask you to come back for further training.
Download these guides to find out more:
Motorcycle Compulsory Basic Training Theoretical Booklet
Compulsory Basic Training COURSE
What you’ll learn
The basics of motorcycle controls and handling
You’ll learn how a motorcycle works; the controls, maintenance and safety checks you should conduct before riding and how to move and park your bike.
How to safely ride and control a scooter or motorcycle off road
The instructor will teach you maneuvers, braking, observations, clutch control and gear changing (on a manual motorcycle). You’ll spend time riding around cones, practicing different road riding scenarios and techniques.
Road riding theory
You’ll be shown diagrams and discuss the correct theory of how to ride safely on the road and asked questions about what to do.
Practical road riding
You’ll spend some time riding on a variety of roads with your instructor, who will give directions through a radio earpiece.
Requirements
In order to take the CBT training course, you must meet the following requirements:
- Bring your Gibraltar ID Card
- Be able to read a registration plate from 20.5 metres
- Speak and understand English and the Highway code
- Be able to ride an adult sized motorcycle
- Wear suitable clothing
- Be at least 16.5 years old for the first module
- For modules 2 and 3 you must bring a helmet
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