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DVSA qualifiedDentons Green, St Helens

Unlockyourride.

From your first CBT to a full, unrestricted licence. Mike and Barry teach you to ride properly, at your pace, on our bikes.

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The road toyour licence

Three courses, one after another. Start with a CBT, then take your full licence at the size of bike your age allows. We'll be with you the whole way.

  1. Stage 1: Compulsory Basic Training

    CBT

    Where everyone starts. You need a CBT before you can ride on the road, and you don't need to have sat on a bike before.

    • No riding experience needed
    • Up to 7 hours, with at least 2 on public roads
    • Runs 9am–4pm or 10am–5pm
    • No theory test needed
    • Need a second day? It’s £40 an hour
    Book a CBT

  2. Then your theory test. You'll need to pass the motorcycle theory test before MOD1, whichever licence you go for.

  3. Stage 2: Full licence with power limits

    A1 / A2

    Lose the L plates and ride on a full licence, on a bike sized to your age. You pass MOD1 off-road, then MOD2 on the road.

    • MOD1: off-road manoeuvres test
    • MOD2: on-road riding test
    • MOD1 training is always one-to-one
    • You’ll need your motorcycle theory test
    • Age limits apply (see the licence finder)
    Book A1 / A2

  4. Stage 3: Full licence, no power limits

    Direct Access

    The full A licence. Ride any motorcycle, with no restrictions. Open to riders aged 24 and over.

    • For riders aged 24 and over
    • 2-hour lessons, breaks included
    • No power restrictions once you pass
    • DVSA-qualified instruction throughout
    • Our modern bikes, ready for you
    Book Direct Access

  5. Full licence. No L plates.

How yourtraining works

From first ride to full licence, in seven steps.

  1. Step 1, with us

    CBT

    One day on our site and out on the road. Pass it and you can ride on L plates.

  2. Step 2, at a test centre

    Theory test

    Multiple-choice questions and hazard perception clips. You need it before MOD1.

  3. Step 3, with us

    MOD1 training

    One-to-one on our site: slow riding, U-turns, the swerve and the emergency stop.

  4. Step 4, DVSA test

    MOD1 test

    The off-road manoeuvres test, on our bike, with your instructor there.

  5. Step 5, with us

    MOD2 training

    Real roads around St Helens, until test-day riding feels normal.

  6. Step 6, DVSA test

    MOD2 test

    About 40 minutes on the road with an examiner, plus an eyesight check.

  7. Step 7

    Full licence

    L plates off. You ride on a full A1, A2 or A licence, depending on your age.

What canyou ride?

Slide to your age to see which licences you can go for, and where we'd start you.

  • CBTCBT on a mopedUp to 50cc, on L platesYou can
  • CBTCBT on a learner bikeUp to 125cc, on L platesYou can
  • A1A1 licenceUp to 125cc, no L platesYou can
  • A2A2 licenceUp to 35kW, no L platesYou can
  • AFull A licenceAny motorcycle From 24

Take your CBT, then go for your A2 licence.

A guide to the DVSA age rules. Check your own case on gov.uk, or just give us a ring.

Taught bypeople whoride.

Mike set up St Helens Motorcycle Training to teach riders the way he'd want to be taught: personally, patiently, and properly. Between them, he and Barry bring over ten years from some of the region's best-known training centres.

You'll know who's teaching you from the first phone call. Your safety and confidence come first, every lesson.

  • MikeLead instructor, CBT and Direct AccessDVSA
  • BarryInstructor, CBT and A2DVSA

  • Four years in Dentons Green

    Our own school, built on over ten years of training riders at the region’s established centres.

  • DVSA qualified

    Mike and Barry are both qualified for CBT, A2 and Direct Access training.

  • Well-kept modern bikes

    You train on our bikes, and we look after them properly.

  • A big, dedicated CBT site

    Plenty of room to find your balance before you head out on the road.

Will yourkit pass?

The wrong kit on the day means no training and no refund. Check yours now so there are no surprises.

Helmet
Gloves
Jacket
Trousers
Boots

Beforeyou book

The short version is below. You'll sign the full terms at the start of your training, so please read them first.

  • Kit

    A UK-legal helmet, motorcycle gloves and jacket, plus suitable trousers and boots. Unsuitable kit means training is cancelled with no refund.

  • Paying and cancelling

    You pay in full when you book. Cancel at least 7 working days before, or you lose the fee, even if you’re ill on the day.

  • Arriving late

    There’s a 20-minute grace period. If you’re running late, call us within it, or we may cancel with loss of fees.

  • Licence

    Bring your in-date UK driving licence and National Insurance number for the DVLA check. No licence means no training.

  • Weather

    All training depends on the weather. If we cancel for safety, we’ll rebook the time you’re owed.

  • Your data

    We never share your data with third parties, except what the DVSA requires for CBT. We follow UK GDPR.

Full terms and conditions

1. PPE and clothing

All PPE must be worn at all times when handling or riding any motorcycle. Failure to meet requirements will result in cancellation with full loss of fees.

  1. 1.1A UK legal motorcycle helmet in good condition must be worn at all times. DOT/ECE 05/06 are UK legal. DOT label only helmets are NOT UK legal and will not be acceptable for training.
  2. 1.2A pair of motorcycle gloves in good condition must be worn at all times. We will not accept anything other than motorcycle gloves.
  3. 1.3A motorcycle jacket must be worn at all times. We will not accept anything other than a motorcycle jacket. St Helens Motorcycle Training will provide all high visibility bibs.
  4. 1.4Motorcycle trousers are preferred. Minimum of denim jeans or work trousers accepted. Tracksuit bottoms or leggings will NOT be accepted.
  5. 1.5Motorcycle boots preferred. Sturdy boots covering the ankle accepted. Steel toe capped boots, trainers or pumps that do not cover the ankles will NOT be accepted. Training may be terminated with NO REFUND.
  6. 1.6We store standard sized helmets (S, M, L, XL). Non-standard sizes must be provided by the candidate. If PPE does not fit on the day, training will be terminated with full loss of fee. We always recommend use of your own helmet.
  7. 1.7St Helens Motorcycle Training holds the right to cancel training for missing, incorrect or unsuitable clothing. This will result in full loss of fees.
2. Bookings and payments
  1. 2.1All training services must be paid for in full at the point of booking. St Helens Motorcycle Training hold the right to ask for full or deposit payment to complete a booking.
  2. 2.2Payments by bank transfer or cash in store. Seven working days cancellation policy. Any booking cancelled inside this period will result in full loss of fees — including illness on the day.
  3. 2.3A 20 minute grace period is given from the start time. Late arrivals must contact us within this window. We hold the right to cancel for late arrivals with full loss of fees. We will not contact late arrivals.
  4. 2.4St Helens Motorcycle Training holds the right to cancel any booking if unable to provide the service. A new date will be provided. Fees are non-refundable.
  5. 2.5Bookings made in store are not covered by distance selling regulations and are non-refundable.
  6. 2.6All completed lessons are a settled contract. We do not refund for any completed lessons.
3. CBT and Direct Access lessons
  1. 3.1CBT courses are conducted at learner pace. Candidates must make themselves available for up to seven hours. All CBT courses will spend a minimum of two hours on public roads — this is a legal DVSA requirement.
  2. 3.2CBT fee is for one day only. Times: 9am–4pm or 10am–5pm. If a second day is required, this is charged at £40.00 per hour (CBT continuation rate only).
  3. 3.3CBT courses may have more than one candidate. Providing incorrect information may result in cancellation with full loss of fees.
  4. 3.4All training is subject to a standard eyesight check. Failed eyesight check = cancellation and full loss of fees.
  5. 3.5CBT candidates must have basic highway code knowledge. Lack of knowledge may result in termination with full loss of fees.
  6. 3.6Direct access lessons are two hours including breaks. Candidates may end training at any time with no refund of fees or remaining time.
  7. 3.7All training is weather permitting. Instructors may cancel for safety concerns. Any time owed will be rescheduled.
  8. 3.8All breaks are set by St Helens Motorcycle Training. Toilet facilities will be available at all times.
  9. 3.9We do not guarantee 1-to-1 training. MOD1 training is conducted 1-to-1. All other lessons can be paired. This is standard procedure for most motorcycle training schools.
4. Driving licence and documents
  1. 4.1All training is subject to a DVLA licence disqualification check. Bring your national insurance number. The candidate must give permission for the online DVLA check.
  2. 4.2Photocard licence photograph must be in date. Paper licence holders need valid photo ID — UK passport preferred.
  3. 4.3Any candidate unable to provide a valid UK driving licence on arrival will have their training cancelled with full loss of fees.
  4. 4.4Motorcycle theory pass certificate is not required for training, but once passed we strongly advise carrying it. CBT does not require a motorcycle theory.
5. Damages, fault and non-fault
  1. 5.1Damages assessed by the training instructor. Cosmetic damages covered by St Helens Motorcycle Training. Damages stopping function of the motorcycle may incur charges and termination of training.
  2. 5.2Non-fault damages (e.g. tyre puncture on the road) — St Helens Motorcycle Training will re-arrange any lost training time.
  3. 5.3Candidates sitting MOD1 or MOD2 tests loan the instructor and motorcycle. Non-fault damage during test under DVSA examiner supervision is not the responsibility of St Helens Motorcycle Training. We are responsible for loan fees only and will not refund any DVSA test fees.
6. Data protection
  1. 6.1Personal information will not be shared with third parties. CBT candidates must accept that names, driving licence numbers and addresses must be sent to the DVSA.
  2. 6.2We respect your privacy and St Helens Motorcycle Training conforms with all UK GDPR regulations.
  3. 6.3We are the Data Controller of the personal data we process in the services we provide for you.
  4. 6.4At the time of collecting personal data, we will identify the purpose for which information is being collected.
  5. 6.5We implement measures to ensure your personal data is secure.
  6. 6.6All candidates sign a form in store explaining how we use your data. For more information visit gov.uk GDPR guidance.
  7. 6.7Candidates under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to co-sign required documents. Training will only commence once documents are signed.
  8. 6.8Training on site or the public highway must NOT be photographed or filmed. Instructors carry recording equipment whilst on the public highway for insurance purposes only.

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