Recommendations for CBT training in Surrey

[Bluesgirl]

There are a few places that do courses around here, does anyone have any recommendations in the Reigate/Redhill area?

[DanGibsonRacing]

Probably not helpful as not in Reigate/ Redhill, but can whole heartedly recommend Ridesure based at Dunsfold. I did 2 x CBT and DAS there over the years

[Bluesgirl]

Thank you. Yes, I remember seeing them down there last time I was there. Is it better learning off public roads, do you think?

[hiccy18]

When I did CBT the morning took place off road spending time getting used to the controls of the machine and basic maneouvers. The afternoon was spent on the road getting used to riding in traffic.

[Bluesgirl]

Ha, thank you. That's further away, but I'll have a look. Apparently, I'm looking for an A2 licence course... it's all Greek to me tho'. It isn't for me, I should add (wish I could, but I'm a wuss when it comes to riding bikes), it's for my son.

Are there different routes to A2, or is it just - do the CBT, then do the A2 course and then get the licence?

He's been driving for 6 years, if that makes a difference.

[J50N WA]

Try Ace motorcycles in Epsom. the CBT beginner part is done in a school playground nearby

[gavgavgav]

J50N WA said:

Try Ace motorcycles in Epsom. the CBT beginner part is done in a school playground nearby

I used ACE for a 2nd CBT (in the school playground) and then the Mod1 and Mod2, its a husband and wife outfit and they are very nice.

[vindaloo79]

Bluesgirl said:

Ha, thank you. That's further away, but I'll have a look. Apparently, I'm looking for an A2 licence course... it's all Greek to me tho'. It isn't for me, I should add (wish I could, but I'm a wuss when it comes to riding bikes), it's for my son.

Are there different routes to A2, or is it just - do the CBT, then do the A2 course and then get the licence?

He's been driving for 6 years, if that makes a difference.

You should do cbt with him even if you don’t intend to take it further. It’s not a bad day out to do something different together...

[Soft Top]

vindaloo79 said:

You should do cbt with him even if you don’t intend to take it further. It’s not a bad day out to do something different together...

Haha - that’s what we did, (myself and my wife). Just so that she could convert her post 2001 driving licence into the full P category, which I already had, so that we could both spin around on 50cc scooters. 5 years later and we’ve both done DAS and have 4 bikes in the garage ranging from 500cc cruiser to 1000cc sport bike. Great day but be careful you might actually enjoy it

[DanGibsonRacing]

Bluesgirl said:

Thank you. Yes, I remember seeing them down there last time I was there. Is it better learning off public roads, do you think?

As said by others, the morning takes place off road and the afternoon on the public roads. I would say that the benefit of Ridesure is that they can use the runway and perimeter roads, so much more space than your average carpark or playground set up.

Run by a husband and wife team, Trevor and Auld.

[pip t]

gavgavgav said:

J50N WA said:

Try Ace motorcycles in Epsom. the CBT beginner part is done in a school playground nearby

I used ACE for a 2nd CBT (in the school playground) and then the Mod1 and Mod2, its a husband and wife outfit and they are very nice.

Another vote for ACE - I used them for CBT and DAS, they're good, and very nice.

[OverSteery]

Bluesgirl said:

Ha, thank you. That's further away, but I'll have a look. Apparently, I'm looking for an A2 licence course... it's all Greek to me tho'. It isn't for me, I should add (wish I could, but I'm a wuss when it comes to riding bikes), it's for my son.

Are there different routes to A2, or is it just - do the CBT, then do the A2 course and then get the licence?

He's been driving for 6 years, if that makes a difference.

CBT is the first step and will allow him to ride a (up to) 125cc bike on the road (for 2 years) with L plates. It is mixture of classroom, off-road and then a 2 hour road ride. All CBTs should be the same course/structure - it is mandated by the DSVA. Delivery styles, facilities and professionalism may vary.

When he has CBT and a theory test, he can take Mod 1 and Mod 2 for a "Full" (non learner) licence.

6 years experience puts him at at least 23 (unless I have missed something). At 23 he can only try for an A2 licence , which will limit him to bikes up to 47bhp. Plenty, but to go bigger he will need to repeat Mod 1 and 2 (not CBT or Theory). Typically this will cost a few quid. At 24 he can go straight to a bigger bike. (using the same process of Mod 1 and 2 after CBT and theory).

Remember, whilst school sell "courses", not everybody passes at the first attempt, so costs are not fixed.

The bike test options are overly complex, but as you are paying good money, spend some time making sure you understand what are you are doing. Google it, there are websites that explain.

I used Ace for my son and would not return to them.

Edited by OverSteery on Friday 27th November 21:16

[Bluesgirl]

Thank you all for your comments. Interesting idea to do it with him - yeah, that would be fun. Also the not patronising a woman comment - good to know, I get enough of that from garages and car salesmen.