WANT TO START RIDING?
All you need is a one-day course.
Sign up today and we'll cover the course when you buy.
Starting to ride changes how you move through the world. You feel the air, notice roads you've never seen, arrive sharper and calmer than you left.
A one-day CBT is all it takes to start.
WHAT IS A CBT?
CBT stands for Compulsory Basic Training. It's a one-day course covering the basics of riding safely on UK roads: control, braking, road awareness. At the end, you get a certificate that lets you ride a 125cc* motorcycle (or an electric equivalent, like all Maeving models) with L-plates for two years.
There's no exam or written test, just practical training with an instructor. Most people complete it in 6-8 hours and leave feeling ready to ride.
*You must be 17 or over to ride 125cc motorcycles like Maeving. 16-year-olds can ride 50cc mopeds with a CBT.
WE'LL COVER THE COST
Thinking about becoming a rider but haven't taken the leap yet? Join our New Rider Programme and we'll cover your CBT when you buy a Maeving. It's our way of making that first step easier.
Sign up, complete your CBT, buy any new Maeving, and we'll refund the cost within 14 days.
One less thing to worry about. One step closer to your first ride.
WHAT HAPPENS ON THE DAY OF YOUR CBT?
Your CBT is split into five elements:
Introduction and eyesight check
You'll read a number plate from 20 metres, discuss appropriate clothing, and get an overview of the day.
Get to know the bike
Off-road, you'll learn the controls, safety checks, and how to handle the bike at a standstill (wheeling it, using the stand).
Practical riding skills
Still off-road, you'll practise slow-speed control, braking, turning, and figure-eights until you're confident.
Highway Code review
A theory session covering road signs, hazards, safe riding practices, and legal requirements.
On-road riding
At least two hours riding in real traffic with your instructor, dealing with different situations and building confidence.
Most training schools provide bikes and basic safety kit. You just need at least a provisional driving licence.
How to reimburse your CBT
Buy a Maeving and we'll cover your CBT in full. Here's how:
1) Sign up for our New Rider Programme
2) Complete your CBT at any DVSA-approved centre
3) Buy any new Maeving motorbike*
4) Send us your CBT certificate and payment receipt
5) We'll reimburse you within 14 days
*Second-hand bikes do not apply.
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Twist-and-go
Automatic throttle. No gears or clutch to worry about. You can focus on the road from day one.
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LIGHTWEIGHT
Maevings are lighter than most petrol bikes, making them easier to handle and manoeuvre.
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Built in Britain
Designed and assembled in Coventry with expert engineering and British craftsmanship.
BOOK A TEST RIDE
Once you've got your CBT, book a free test ride. We have a London showroom plus test centres across the UK and at our Coventry factory.
We'll walk you through the bike, provide a helmet and gloves, and answer questions before you ride.
