Cameron Bike Training

Compulsory Basic Training Course (CBT) £120

The CBT course is a training course and is not a test. A CBT certificate is required to validate your provisional license if you wish to ride either a 50cc or up to a 125cc displaying L plates. From the age of 17 you will be able to ride up to a 125cc.

The CBT will take at least a day to complete, you will need to book as we limit the number of students on our courses. We are able to conduct these courses 7 days a week, and provide appropriate motorcycles or you can use your own if you wish.

You will need to bring your provisional or full car license (both card and paper parts) with you when you start your course.

Please wear suitable clothing, i.e. Sturdy boots, denim jeans, a thick waterproof jacket, waterproof trousers and remember to dress according to the weather conditions.
What the course consist off:

Element A - Introduction

A. Eyesight Test.

• Trainees must be able to read, in good daylight, a vehicle registration mark containing letters and figures 79.4mm high at a distance of 20.5 metres (with the aid of glasses or contact lenses if worn).

B. Trainees must be told and must understand:-

• the aims of the approved training course
• the importance of having the right equipment and clothing

Element B - Practical on site training

Trainees must receive practical on site training at the conclusion of which they must fulfil the following requirements, that is to say they must:

• be familiar with the motorcycle, its controls and how it works;
• be able to carry out basic machine checks to a satisfactory standard and be able to take the bike on and off the stand satisfactorily;
• be able to wheel the machine around to the left and right showing proper balance and bring the motorcycle to a controlled halt by braking;
• be able to start and stop the engine satisfactorily.

Element C - Practical on site riding

Trainees must undertake practical on site riding at the conclusion of which they must be able to: -

• ride the machine under control in a straight line and bring the machine to a controlled halt;
• ride the machine round a figure of eight circuit under control;
• ride the machine slowly under control;
• carry out a U-turn manoeuvre satisfactorily;
• bring the machine to a stop under full control as in an emergency;
• carry out controlled braking using both brakes;
• change gear satisfactorily;
• carry out rear observation correctly;
• carry out simulated left and right hand turns correctly using the Observation-Signal-Manoeuvre (OSM) and Position-Speed-Look (PSL) routines.

Element D - Practical on road training

1. Before undertaking practical on road riding trainees must be instructed in the matters set out in paragraphs 2 and 3 below and achieve the objectives mentioned therein.
2. Trainees must understand the following:-

• the need to be clearly visible to other road users (the use of conspicuity aids);
• the importance of knowing the legal requirements for riding on the road;
• why motorcyclists are more vulnerable than most road users;
• the need to drive at the correct speed according to road and traffic conditions;
• the importance of knowing the Highway Code;
• the need to ride defensively and anticipate the actions of other road users;
• the need to use rear observation at appropriate times;
• the need to assume the correct road position when riding;
• the need to leave sufficient space when following another vehicle;
• the need to pay due regard to the effect of varying weather conditions when riding.

3. Trainees must be aware of:

• the effect on a vehicle of the various types of road surface that can be encountered;
• the dangers of drug and alcohol use;
• the consequences of aggressive attitudes when riding;
• the importance of hazard perception.

Element E - Practical on road riding

1. Trainees must undertake on road riding for a period of not less than two hours. They must (subject to paragraph 2 below) encounter all the following traffic situations and demonstrate their ability to handle each one competently and safely:-

• Roundabouts
• Junctions
• Pedestrian crossings
• Traffic lights
• Gradients
• Bends
• Obstructions

2. Trainees must also repeat the following exercises in normal road conditions:-

• carry out a U-turn manoeuvre satisfactorily;
• bring the machine to a stop under full control as in an emergency.

Training to test standard

Age up to 21 years you may sit your test on a machine not more than 125cc, this will give you a full licence with a restriction to ride machines of no more than 33 bhp when you pass the DSA's road test. This restriction will apply for 2 years.
125cc £20 per hour including bike hire

If you are aged 21 years or older then you can sit your test on a larger machine, this will give you an unrestricted licence when you pass the DSA's road test.

Direct Access (500cc) £25 per hour including bike hire
The hours required to achieve test standard again depends on the ability of the student.
As of 27th April 2009 the requirements for obtaining a full licence are as follows:

• CBT
• Theory Test

Module 1 Test: various control exercises conducted at a DSA multipurpose test centre
We are fortunate to have a training area large enough to practice all exercises with the module 1 test, we also use a speed detection devise to monitor your speed for the minimum speed exercises.

Module 2 Test: a road test conducted in and around Stirling
To find out more about the theory test and the new 2 module test : www.dsa.gov.uk
You will need to have passed the theory test before you can sit module 1, and have passed both of these before you can sit Module 2 (road riding test), it is not a requirement to pass the theory test before proceeding with instruction.

We have not put together set courses as we believe every student's requirements are different, and we don't want you to feel obliged to pay for something you don't need. Our hourly rates, however, are in line with course prices in other training schools, we just don't ask you to pay for your training in advance, you pay as you go. This also gives you the opportunity to change schools if you are unhappy with the training you receive.
Ratio of students to instructors: a maximum to 2 student to 1 instructor, although the Driving Standards Agency's legislation allows more for 125cc training we prefer to keep to a maximum of 2:1.

We provide tuition 7 days a week, including evening when daylight allows. Appropriate motorcycles are available for your use. You will practise and perfect all relevant manoeuvres required for the DSA's test.

The number of hours required to reach test standard depends on the individuals ability.
If you have completed your CBT course with another training school we will need to see your licence, both parts, and your CBT certificate prior to commencing your road tuition.
Please wear suitable clothing, i.e. Sturdy boots, denim jeans, a thick waterproof jacket, waterproof trousers and remember to dress according to the weather conditions.

Post test training

Introduction

During recent years motorcycling technology has advanced rapidly and machines today offer exceptional levels of performance and handling, yet it's a fact that the vast majority of riders can never use their machines to it's full potential - or anywhere near it! Most riders' basic skill levels are the same as they've always been - basic. That's where Cameron bike Training comes in...

Advance training offered by Cameron Bike Training will give you the knowledge and skill to be safe, smooth and progressive, which obviously means much more enjoyment, satisfaction and lessens the chance of being involved in an accident caused by rider error.
Police motorcyclists are widely accepted as being the most skilled and highest trained road riders in the world. Cameron Bike Training now offers you the chance to receive training based on the police system of riding and tailored to your individual needs.
Some of the coursed available:

BASIC BIKING (1 x 4 hours)

Involves: townwork (systems etc) Observation, planning, basic positioning and cornering on open road.

The DSA's tests ensure riders have a good basic grounding in machine control, but if you've recently passed your test then you will no doubt have realised that there's still a lot to learn. This course will show you some of the skills your need to develop to stay safe and enjoy your motorcycling to the full.

BACK TO BIKING (1 x 4 hours)

Involves: CBT type low speed work, townwork (basic systems), observation, planning, basic positioning and cornering on open road.
If you passed your test some time ago but have had a few years on the sofa then this course is for you. We'll help make your return both safe and enjoyable, and give you the confidence to use the performance of your machine properly. Don't ride your super bike like your old super dream!

SKILL BUILDER (1 x 4 hours)

Involves: assessment ride followed by a quick debrief on that ride, introduction as necessary (mostly open road cornering etc, work on observation and overtaking)
This course is ideal for those who have had previous advanced training or perhaps for the experienced rider who has moved on to a higher performance machine, This course will concentrate on the areas where skill levels need to be improved.

ADVANCE TRAINING COURSE (3 x 5 hours)

Involves: Week 1 Classroom input (relevant handouts)

• Systems in town
• Basic observation and observation links
• Position for hazards

Week 2 Short classroom input (relevant handouts)

• Cornering principles
• Use of limit points
• Extended observation and positioning

Week 3 Advance cornering techniques

• Limit points
• Overtaking
• Making maximum safe progress

This particular course will take you to a standard which should allow you to pass the IAM Advance Motorcycle Test, and thereby gain all the benefits of membership of this organisation.

Cameron Bike Training can include the optional test in your advanced course.
This course will allow you to benefit from the type of training given to Police Advance motorcyclists it is a must for anyone who considers themselves a serious motorcyclists. You want to be as good as your bike don't you?