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For motorcycle training we use both country lanes and the main roads around Guildford, Surrey and all surrounding areas. We are a few minutes away from the Farnborough Test Centre in Hampshire and would familiarise you with the roads used for the Module 2 Test. We also offer lowered motorcycles to

suit your individual needs

Our motorbike training courses:

Induction

 

Induction is designed for the complete novice. It introduces you  to riding and gives you the opportunity to familiarise yourself with the motorcycle of your choice. Inductions can be a great benefit as it gives you the confidence and skills to move on to another level.

Motorcycle training courses in Farnborough

We run our CBT courses in and around the Farnborough/Mytchett area of Hampshire/Surrey

CBT (Compulsory Basic Training)

 

  • The CBT was introduced by the government in 1990. The aim is to make riding safer, giving you the necessary skills and confidence to ride on the roads. You must have a CBT before lawfully riding on the roads

  • CBT is usually a one day course and is not a test, but is a training day which enables you to reach a suitable standard for safer road riding

  • CBT allows a person who is 16 years of age and onwards to ride a 50cc motorcycle restricted to 30mph

  • 17 years of age and onwards allows you to ride a 125cc on 14.6bhp with the option of taking a test for a motorcycle licence

CATEGORY A.1

 

This licence is designed for any person aged between 17-19 years of age and over. This is a 4/5 day course, depending on your ability and previous experience. Once completed, you would be entitled to ride a motorcycle with the following specifications:

 

  • SMALL MOTORCYCLES UP TO 125CC/10.1bhp/7KW MAXIMUM 14.6bhp/11.KW

  • A theory test is required in order to complete this test.

  • Once this licence has been completed you will be entitled to ride a 125cc motorcycle.

  • You will not need L plates.

  • You can carry pillion passengers.

  • After 2 years' experience you will be allowed to take the A.2 licence or A licence depending on your age. You would not need to take another Theory test but would need to take further practical tests.

CATEGORY A.2.

 

This Licence is designed for any person aged between 19 - 21 years or over. This is a 5/6 day course, depending on your ability and previous experience. Once completed you would be entitled to ride a motorcycle with the following specifications:

 

  • MEDIUM MOTORCYCLES UP TO 35KW/47bhp. This motorcycle must not be derived from a vehicle of more than double its power

  • Once completed you would be entitled to ride any Motorcycle with the above specifications

  • You will not need L plates

  • You can carry pillion passengers

  • After 2 years' experience you will be allowed to take the Category A licence.

CATEGORY A.

 

This licence is designed for any person 24 years or over or 21 years of age with 2 years experience on an A.2 licence.

 

  • You would be entitled to ride a Motorcycle of any size

  • Carry pillion passengers

  • You will not need L plates

 

If you are taking your first Motorcycle test a Motorcycle theory would need to be completed. We are able to provide a practice DVD for your convenience.

 

All of the above courses would include the following:

 

  • Motorcycle hire

  • Jackets

  • Helmets

  • Gloves

  • Waterproofs

  • Insurance

  • Petrol

  • All training

  • CBT & Certificates (If required)

  • Test fees

 

Our aim is to provide safe, enjoyable and constructive training to all our candidates. We are based only a few minutes away from the Farnborough Test centre and you would be trained on familiar roads used for the Module 2 test.

 

We are a small friendly team who enjoy sharing our knowledge of motorcycling with our customers and offer an excellent service, excellent training & customer care.

 

We have built our business through recommendation from previous satisfied customers who have had a positive experience with Excelerate.

 

Our instructors are approved by the DVSA.

 

Rusty riders and born again motorcyclists

 

We can offer enjoyable lessons to anyone wishing to ride after a long absence. We provide refresher training, tailor made to suit your individual needs.

 

Power Courses

 

We can offer advanced lessons for the more experienced motorcyclists who are looking to hone and perfect their skills.

The equipment and documentation you will need

 

What you will need for your tests:

 

  • Provisional/ full UK licence (both parts)

  • Be able to read a number plate from a distance of 20.5m/67ft (old style number plate) or 20.m/66ft (new style number plate)

  • Good knowledge of the Highway Code

  • CBT certificate (not for the CBT course)

  • Motorcycle theory test certificate (not for the CBT course)

 

During the training we can provide you with:

 

  • Jackets

  • Helmets

  • Gloves

  • Waterproofs

  • Bike Hire

  • Petrol

  • Insurance

  • We are also able to provide a practice theory test DVD for your convenience

 

For motorcycle theory test bookings and practice theory please click here.

 

For Terms and Conditions, please click here.

 

We are now a Ducati Approved Training Body. For more information about Ducati training to call us on 07930 473780

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"Had the best week learning to ride, Nikos and Diana make everything so easy. Just want to say a big thank you appreciate all your help. Can't fault the experience."

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