Adventure On Wheels

21/07/2026

Information for you on CBT, training courses.
Course FACTS and course SYLLABUS.

CBT Fact sheet, what is it? The starting point for learner motorcyclists and moped riders is the compulsory basic training (CBT) course.
CBT was introduced in 1990 to help reduce the very high accident rate among inexperienced motorcycle and moped riders.
CBT isn’t a test and there’s no exam- it’s a course of training you’re required to complete satisfactorily.
Who has to do it? All learner motorcycle and learner moped riders must complete a CBT course before riding on the road. Also, with the effect from 1st February 2001, all new car drivers wishing to validate the full moped entitlement granted with a full car licence, must complete a CBT course or hold a current certificate (DL 196) on the day they pass their Practical Test.The course is specifically designed for novice riders and is conducted by training organisations approved by the Driving Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) AOW is such an organisation.What do you need? Before undertaking A CBT course you must be in position of a valid driving licence showing provisional entitlement (unless validating the moped entitlement on a full car licence). Provisional motorcycle entitlement on licences issued before 1st February 2001 expired after 2 years. The law has now changed and holders of such licences can apply to have their licence replaced with one that will include provisional motorcycle entitlement valid until age 70. Replacement licences should be applied for from DVLA using the normal application forms (available from Post Offices).
Where do you do it? CBT courses can only be provided by Approved Training Bodies (ATBs) such as AOW.
What does it involve? The CBT syllabus includes five elements, details of which are provided on this page.(CBT Syllabus) .
The five elements have to be completed in sequence, although the order of the exercises within the element can be varied.
You will only move on to the next element when your instructor is satisfied you have learnt the necessary theory and demonstrated the practical skills to a safe level.
What happens at the end? When all five elements are satisfactorily completed, a Certificate of Completion of Training (DL196) will be issued to the trainee. This is a legal document which serves to validate the relevant entitlements on the driving licence and should be kept with the licence. DL 196 certificates issued on or after the 1st February 2001 validating a provisional moped or provisional motorcycle entitlement on a licence last for 2 years. CBT will need to be retaken if both theory and practical tests are not passed within the life of the certificate A DL 196 certificate validating full moped entitlement on a full car licence is not subject to expiry, so the DL 196 Certificate should be retained with the Driving Licence as proof of that entitlement. Anything else? On completion of CBT, individuals are advised to take additional training to pass a test and qualify for a full motorcycle or moped* licence (* unless they have a full car licence, see the DVSA website for more information. www.dvsa.gov.uk).More information about CBT is contained in the leaflet “Mopeds and Motorcycles-Routes to your licence” The DVSA also produce several good guides that are a must for all motorcycle and moped riders, such as:“The Official HIGHWAY CODE Revised 2007 edition” ISAB 978-0-11-552814-9“Learning to ride” ISBN 978-0-11-552645-9“Theory Test for Motorcyclists” ISBN 978-0-11-552841-5“Riding the essential skills” ISBN 0-11-552644-7For further information and to arrange your CBT course just give us a call. 😉👍

14/07/2026

How to find my new unit at Selkirk

12/07/2026

Hi all, Im planning to go out for a wee short Jolly on the bike. If any body wishes to join me, then you will be most welcome. Departing time from my unit in Selkirk is 13.00
My planed route is:
Selkirk to Ettrickbridge, up over the Witchie knowe over to Yarrow, up the St Marys loch road A708 to the Gordon Arms, then right on to the Paddy slacks road to Innerleithen B709 then an ice cream at Caldwells !!👍 then onto the Granits road B7007 to Middleton, and a wee blast down the A7 to Gala and back to Selkirk.😁If you think you can join me, please let me know. Hope you can. Gathering around 12.30 ish Cheers Tom😉👍

13/08/2025

More First Aid to study for your test !!!

New theory test questions aim to boost cardiac arrest survival rate
From autumn 2025, driving theory tests will include new CPR questions and, for the first time, questions about defibrillators to boost cardiac arrest survival.
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-theory-test-questions-aim-to-boost-cardiac-arrest-survival-rate

My thoughts ! - Although I think that to have such skills as a person (not necessary a vehicle operator) is good, I personally renew my first Aid certificate every 2 years and have an Advanced first aid Mountaineering certificate. The chances of finding a Defibrillator close to the casualty and using it within 3 Minutes, (remembering that many of these machines are In a locked case and you need to phone a given number to get the access code !!!) is possibly one in a billion !!!!!!!

I don't believe to have such skills will produce better machine operators. What we need is a completely new test system. Our existing tests are not fit for purpose. The Government needs to look at professional governing sports bodies, that have been using modular systems, for many years now. Such a system alloys better personal skills development throughout the life time of the activity.

Whats your thoughts ?

From autumn 2025, driving theory tests will include new CPR questions and, for the first time, questions about defibrillators to boost cardiac arrest survival.

09/08/2025

Your CBT (DVSA 196 certificate) course Info. CBT was introduced in December 1990 as part of an effort to improve the road safety of motorcyclists. The aim is to ensure that all learner riders achieve a basic level of competence before riding unaccompanied on the road. The purpose of the mandatory training scheme is to reduce the high level of accidents involving motorcyclists, particularly young and inexperienced riders.
All learner motorcyclists must complete a course of Compulsory Basic Training before riding on the road. The CBT structured syllabus,
1/ CBT fact sheet:
https://www.icloud.com/iclouddrive/0E98ooFjzYbFAwWgEJfaTVVCA -
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2/ The aims of the approved training course:
https://www.icloud.com/iclouddrive/0q7Ncvdel0n-7-p90Zptq6IVA -
Starting off with a talk about your course, motorcycling road craft, motorcycling equipment and basic safety, before introducing you to the bike you will use for the course. Having been shown over the bike and how to operate the controls, you will carry out supervised manoeuvres to gain experience riding the bike in a safe off-road environment. When your instructor is happy with the standard achieved, they will then give another talk about riding safely on the road, (element “D”) before taking you out onto public roads for a legal minimum requirement of two hours, AOW will do no less than 3 hours (a half day) or more, (subject to time available) until you have displayed safe and competent riding in a variety of traffic situations. Its our ethos that we will keep you and others as safe as possible and to attain a high level of experience in a great educational environment, with this in mind Adventure On Wheels On-road training will be conducted at a maximum of one pupil per instructor.

For your CBT course WE WILL provide the motorcycle and insurance, an approved in date motorcycle helmet and ALL protective clothing, to a high level.
As a new rider to a CBT course it is EXTREMELY HIGHLY LIKELY that you will require at least two full days to complete the course to a satisfactory level.
Please note all training days must be run consecutively, and booked in advance. We will run your CBT course to the duration that you chose, you just need to be realistic in how long it will take you !! Happy to advise you !
An Adventure On Wheels, CBT course will start at 09:30 AM and will finish at approximately 04:00 PM (Monday to Friday) If you are unable to complete the CBT course in YOUR chosen duration, then you will need to return for additional training which will take place on your reserved day.
Please note if you can not do our reserved day for you then you will not complete your CBT course, additional dates will not be given.

NOTE - The course we have created is designed to give you the safest and best chance of completing your CBT course. If you have no experience of riding a bike or driving on the UK roads it may take you MUCH longer than you think !!. Any theory preparation before your CBT course i.e. Highway Code, hazard perception, may increase your chances of completing within the allocated time.
Please ensure that you have a practice on the theory and hazard perception links below, shortly before your CBT course.
Link 1/https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/free-practice-tests/practice-theory-test-for-motorcyclists-1-of-2/
Link 2/https://www.safedrivingforlife.info/free-practice-tests/hazard-perception-test/
Link 3/https://toptests.co.uk/practice-hazard-perception-test/ Link 4/https://hazardperceptiontest.net😉👍

The Hazard Perception test is a part of the theory exam. It requires you to view 14 hazard video clips on the computer screen of approximately one minute each.

03/08/2025

Hi folks. Some information for you on my A1, A2, and A, (DAS) courses.
One to One instruction only.
Individual training days are charged out at £300 per day (FULL equipment hire included in price)

Test fees: Mod 1 £15.50 Mod 2 £75
DVSA. Motorcycle Manoeuvring Area (MMA) hire: £100

4 Days Mod 1 ONLY. £1200. Three days training & one day test (MMA hire & Test fees NOT included)

4 Days Mod 2 ONLY £1200. Three days training & one day test (Test fee NOT included)

4 Days Mod 1 & 2 compressed course £1200:
Mod 1 = 1 day training + 1 day test £600 (MMA hire & Test fees NOT included)
Mod 2 = 1 Day training + 1 day test £600 (Test fee NOT included)

6 Days Mod 1 & 2 compressed course £1800:
Mod 1 = 2 days training + 1 day test £900 (MMA hire & Test fees NOT included)
Mod 2 = 2 Days training + 1 day test £900 (Test fee NOT included)

8 Days Mod 1 & 2 compressed course £2200:
Mod 1 = 3 days training + 1 day test (MMA hire & Test fees included 🙂👍)
Mod 2 = 3 Days training + 1 day test (Test fee included 🙂👍)

Individual packs can be made up to your requirements. 😉

01/08/2025

Well folks" Time moves on and sadly my website is no longer compatible with todays technology ! (Just like me !!!) so as from 1st Aug 2025 AOW no longer has a website. "BUT" we will try to give you as much info as we can by use of our "Face Book" page. 😉😀👍 Cheers Tom

21/07/2025

CBT courses, (and full test training.)now £300 per day with one to one training, and ALL equipment supplied. For your CBT training, during your 3 or 4hr road ride, Instruction is given by a two way radio system and not like other providers that only allow the instructor to talk ! so if you have a question or any concerns during your road ride you will be able to communicate to your Instructor. 😀👍. To enquire just call us on 07305586943 and ask for Tom. 😁👍.