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Honda Motorcycle School of Motoring Safety Training Courses

As the world's leading motorcycle brand, Honda wants everyone to enjoy the freedom of the road safely and confidently. So we founded training courses where you can learn to do just that.

There are no hidden fees or extras (initial test fees, insurance and fuel included) on Honda Motorcycle Safety Training courses, and you can learn more about the whole Honda range from our knowledgeable team.

COMPULSORY BASIC TRAINING (CBT)

Our starter course covers the Compulsory Basic Training you need to ride a motorcycle up to 125cc (no theory test necessary). You'll be learning straight away on the latest Honda bikes and if successful you'll leave with a CBT certificate. Your instructor will start off by taking you through the equipment and helping you to understand the basics. After the tuition, you'll take to the road and if your instructor is confident in your abilities you'll get that CBT certificate.

REFRESHER COURSE

Ideal if you haven’t ridden for a while and want to build your confidence back up. You’ll enjoy all-day instruction from a Honda professional. So as well as jogging your memory, you’ll learn new skills, techniques and a few safety tips. All refresher training begins with some off-road practice, to get you comfortable again. The instructor will tailor the remainder of the day according to your ability and you’ll leave with a personal assessment of how you have performed.

FULL COURSE

Up to 6 days intensive training takes you from novice to full-on rider, qualified to ride with a full licence. In next to no time at all, you’ll walk away able to jump on anything from the incredible Honda range (subject to licence type). Under the guidance of one of our expert instructors you'll work your way up from the CBT, taking on bigger engine sizes first on a training area and then on-road. When your instructor feels you're ready you'll progress to Mod 1 and Mod 2.

STEP-UP COURSE

Designed for anyone with a CBT certificate and a theory test under their belt and are now ready for a bigger bike. Our qualified instructors can get you up to A1, A2 or A standard, meaning more options when it comes to what you can ride. Jump straight on a bigger bike, and practise manoeuvring on the training area before you take to the road. When you’re ready you'll ride to the DVLA with your instructor and take your Mod 1 test. You can take your Mod 2 test the following day

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Learn to Ride

Learn To Ride can help you figure out how to get on a bike - whether you're riding for the first time or looking to move up to a bigger bike

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What can I ride as a Young rider?

If you don’t have any licence yet

Before you can ride most bikes, you need a provisional licence (apply from age 15 years 9 months).

Age 16 — Moped (AM licence)

At 16, you can ride a moped once you’ve completed Compulsory Basic Training (CBT):

  • 🛵 Moped up to 50cc (max ~28 mph)

  • With L plates (unless you pass the full AM test)

  • Cannot carry a pillion until you pass the AM test

Honda options (typical / examples):

  • 50 cc Honda mopeds & scooters (Honda e M1 e Electric )

Note: Mopeds under AM are genuinely slower and designed mainly for short journeys and town riding.

Age 17+ — Light motorcycle (A1 licence)

From age 17, after CBT + theory + practical, you qualify for an A1 licence — most young riders aim for this next step.

What you can ride:

  • Motorcycles up to 125 cc

  • Maximum 11 kW (≈15 bhp)

  • You can ride without L plates on a full A1 licence

  • Carry a pillion once you’ve passed the full test

Popular Honda 125 cc models legal on A1 (and great for new riders):

  • 🏍️ Honda CB125R – lightweight “neo-sports” street bike, 11 kW compliant, great beginner bike

  • 🛵 Honda PCX125 – scooter style, easy to ride in town

  • 🏍️ Honda CB125F – simple commuter / learner bike

  • 🏍️ Honda Monkey 125 – retro-fun 125 cc

  • 🛵 Honda Vision 110–125 (depending on model)

These bikes are designed so learners can upgrade skills and insurance before moving to bigger bikes.

Age 19+ — Mid-size bikes (A2 licence)

At 19, you can do the A2 test, which lets you ride more powerful bikes:

A2 licence allows:

  • Bikes up to 35 kW (47 bhp)

  • Power-to-weight limits

  • Without L plates and with pillions

Some of our Honda models suitable for A2:

  • 🏍️ Honda CB300R (A2 compliant)

  • 🏍️ Honda CB500F / CB500X – popular A2-friendly commuter/adventure

  • 🏍️ Honda CBR500R – sportier A2-friendly option

  • 🏍️ Honda Forza 350 – scooter A2 option

  • 🏍️ Honda CRF300L – lightweight adventure style

Speak to us about all the suitable models

🏁 Full licence (Category A)

Once you’re 21+ (via progressive access after A2) or 24+ (direct access), you can ride any size bike with no power limits — so the full range of Honda bikes from CBR600RR, CB650R, X-ADV, Africa Twin, Gold Wing and more become legal.

Quick Recap (UK age & licence requirements)

Age

Licence

What you can ride

Needs CBT?

16

AM

Up to 50 cc moped

✓

17

A1

125 cc up to 11 kW

✓

19

A2

Up to 35 kW (500-ish cc)

✓ practice & tests

21/24

A

Any size & power

✓ tests

CBT gives temporary riding rights (with restrictions) if you haven’t taken the full test yet

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