Prices due to change as follows.
These price changes will take effect from the 15th Feb 2012.
CBT: £125
CBT (with own bike): £115
Module 1 Short Course: £270
(2 Day Course inc test fee and bike hire)
Module 1 Standard Course: £380
(3 Day Course inc test fee and bike hire)
Module 2 Short Course: £ 320
(2 Day Course inc test fee and bike hire)
Module 2 Standard Course: £ 460
(3 Day Course inc test fee and bike hire)
Additional 1 Day Training : £165
Module 1 Test Only: £75
Module 2 Test Only: £155
How Do Our Prices Compare:
We work hard to ensure that our prices are very competitive and we continually monitor other local training schools to ensure we offer the best value courses at the lowest prices.
Until now all the questions used in the driving theory test have been published. These changes will mean that learner drivers and riders gain a better understanding of driving theory, because they can no longer rely on simply learning which options are correct for individual questions.
Road Safety Minister Mike Penning said:
“By bringing a stop to publication of theory test questions we aim to encourage candidates to prepare by learning each topic area thoroughly rather than just memorising the questions and answers.
“The intention is to improve candidates’ knowledge and understanding of driving theory, so that they are more able to retain and apply it when they are on the road.”
The familiar theory test books and software still offer revision questions for candidates to test themselves and assess their progress. They now also have exercises so learners can practice applying their knowledge on each topic to case studies. There are also new sections of revision support for motorcyclists and a free e-book for car drivers.
What does the 3rd Directive change?
The 3rd Directive does not cover provisional entitlements, so the CBT system will still remainin place although there has been some mention of the expiry of the CBT to be cut down to one year. However, the licence categories are to be radically altered. A1 (light motorcycles up to 125cc) will remain. There will be a new category of A2 (medium motorcycles up to 46.6bhp) which is larger than our current Small A category. Category A will remain. The key difference will be the mandatory 2 year gap between categories and the test for each stage. Also, the age for Direct Access will be raised from 21 to 24.
What are the age gaps?
Currently, if you are 17, you may pass a test for Category A and at 19 you may ride any sizemotorcycle. If you are over 21, you may pass a test and ride any size motorcycle. Under the new system, there will be a mandatory 2 year gap. This means that assuming the 17 years age limit is kept, you may pass an A1 test at 17, pass an A2 test at 19 and pass an A test at 21. If you are over 24, you may pass a test and ride any size motorcycle.
Is testing compulsory?
Yes and no. There must be a test which complies with the 2nd Directive regime at some stage.
However, the DSA have not yet decided whether it necessary to test at each stage or bring in a minimum number of hours training (incorporating a short test).
We are asking all customers that have paid, but not yet specified dates to contact us as soon as possible to allocate these funds to courses. Some funds have been left for many months without any contact from the customer.
Please note that as of the 01/01/2012 all fees paid to UK Motorcycle Training Ltd where no courses have been assigned will be forfeited by the customer unless previous written approval has been given
Our current offer of £165 OFF when you book your CBT and Full Licence course ends tomorrow the 16th of June 2011 at 8pm! Hurry and book now for your last chance to SAVE BIG! For details of the offer visit our website at http://www.motorcycletraininguk.com. Or to book call 07845 656712
MOTORSHOW 2011
UK Motorcycle Training High Wycombe as well as Barton Reynolds Motorcycles of London Road High Wycombe will be at this years Motorshow (Rye Park) on the 18th and 19th of June! Come and see us for information on how to go about getting your licence. Speak to people who have taken courses with ourselves and find out what courses are available to you! The show opens at 10am!
CHANGES TO DSA REQUIREMENTS
As of the 1st of July 2011 the DSA will bring in new instructions to all motorcycle examiners regarding safety clothing for motorcycle tests. It will no longer be acceptable to wear clothing that does not offer a “reasonable amount of protection” such as thin trainers, track suit trousers, jumpers and non motorcycle gloves.
It is currently advised that all students wear motorcycle clothing during training and testing. From the 1st of July all students taking part in any Full Licence courses will be informed if their clothing is not suitable. Unsuitable clothing will result in a loss of test fees.
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CHANGES TO THE TEST JANUARY 2013 (The third directive)
What does the 3rd Directive change?
The 3rd Directive does not cover provisional entitlements, so the CBT system will still remainin place although there has been some mention of the expiry of the CBT to be cut down to one year. However, the licence categories are to be radically altered. A1 (light motorcycles up to 125cc) will remain. There will be a new category of A2 (medium motorcycles up to 46.6bhp) which is larger than our current Small A category. Category A will remain. The key difference will be the mandatory 2 year gap between categories and the test for each stage. Also, the age for Direct Access will be raised from 21 to 24.
What are the age gaps?
Currently, if you are 17, you may pass a test for Category A and at 19 you may ride any sizemotorcycle. If you are over 21, you may pass a test and ride any size motorcycle. Under the new system, there will be a mandatory 2 year gap. This means that assuming the 17 years age limit is kept, you may pass an A1 test at 17, pass an A2 test at 19 and pass an A test at 21. If you are over 24, you may pass a test and ride any size motorcycle.
Is testing compulsory?
Yes and no. There must be a test which complies with the 2nd Directive regime at some stage.
However, the DSA have not yet decided whether it necessary to test at each stage or bring in a minimum number of hours training (incorporating a short test).
More information comming soon!
This work (along with DSA's ongoing monitoring and review process of all tests) has identified a number of minor changes that can be quickly introduced before the main review is finished.
The changes will see an introduction of more exercises, a slight change in the way the test is marked and a change in the layout of the course itself.
If you would like more information please contact us on 07845 656712
Junior Transport and Road Safety Minister Mike Penning has this week published the proposals for a new, single on-road vehicle examination for bikers that is set to be trialled.He explained that the motorcycle test review - which the Department for Transport has been working on alongside bike groups and training organisations among others since June - is a top priority for him
VAT is rising to 20pc and this will affect our prices! Book now before the change!
The changes to the test will mean students must display an ability to plan a route to a destination and be able to follow multiple instructions.The way the new “independent riding” (IR) part of the test will be marked is still being discussed but there is growing concern that students will find this exercise confusing and difficult.
They currently are only running these tests 1 day a week. This is making it incresingly difficult to meet the demand we have for the motorcycle test.
We are currently taking bookings into April and soon will be taking bookings for May. As there is limited space we are advising those who wish to take their test this summer to book now.
We accept deposits of £150 to reserve your course.
If you would like further information please feel free to contact us.
Instructors will inform students of any cancellations prior to the start of the course.If you would like further information please feel free to contact us.
Instructors will inform students of any cancellations prior to the start of the course.If you would like further information please feel free to contact us.
Thanks go out to everyone that helped and attened and to all those who took the time to set up stall on site. Plus a big thanks to the guys from NQI Freestyle.
Pictures of the day can be found in our online photo album.
Congratulations go to Mathew Duns from Reading who won the Giggle Challenge with an impressive time of 6 minutes and 1 second, knocking KTM Championship Rider Dave Wood and Son off the winning slot. Hope you enjoy the day Mat.
Congratulations also go to everyone that won prizes on the raffle.