CBT Resources (Key skills)
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The second part of the CBT involves getting riding for the first time, but doing so with the relative safety of an off-road riding area. Key CBT skills are covered, such as using the clutch and gears, slow control skills and how to use the brakes. See below for some useful key CBT skills information.
Safety position
The motorcycle safety position is an essential skill that all CBT candidates should master and take seriously. [more]
Slow control
Many situations require slow control skills e.g. filtering, slow moving traffic, riding or pulling away on a slope etc. [more]
Operating gears
It is important to understand how gears are selected for road conditions, speed limits, hazards and other circumstances. [more]
Basic counter steering
Counter steering takes time to master and learners improve as they develop ‘muscle memory’ through ongoing practice [more]
1st gear & neutral
Learner riders should practice squeezing the clutch lever to engage both first gear and neutral [more]
Figure-of-eight
Figure-of-eight involves co-ordination of clutch, throttle, rear brake, steering and correct riding posture. [more]
Controlled braking
The front brake should only be used when the bike is travelling straight and should not be used in a corner. [more]
Pulling away
The five main controls are coordinated – throttle, clutch, front brake, rear brake and gears. [more]
U-turn
Confidence utilising the u-turn helps with road scenario’s and can contribute significantly to rider safety. [more]
Emergency stop
Emergency stops are a last resort, as good planning will prevent the need for such aggressive braking manoeuvres. [more]
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