🏍️ Ready to start riding? Your journey starts here.
Every rider starts somewhere — and at Universal Motorcycle Training®, we want to make sure your first experience on two wheels is the right one for you.
Whether you’ve never sat on a motorcycle before or you’re ready to begin your CBT, there’s a starting point to match your experience and confidence.
🔵 Introduction to Motorcycling (ITM) New to motorcycles? ITM gives you a relaxed, pressure-free introduction where you can get familiar with the bike, understand the controls and start building confidence at your own pace. 🔵 Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)
Ready to take the next step? CBT develops the essential motorcycle control, observations, road-safety knowledge and practical riding skills you’ll need before riding independently as a learner on public roads. Not sure which one is right for you?
That’s completely fine. Speak to our team and we’ll help you choose the best place to start based on your experience and confidence.
From your first time on a motorcycle → CBT → full licence → continued rider development, we’re here for the journey. 🏍️ Your first ride should build confidence — not pressure.
🏍️ Every great rider was once a beginner — your journey starts here. Whether you want a relaxed Introduction to Motorcycling session or you`re ready to dive into your CBT, Universal Motorcycle Training® has the perfect starting point for you. Not sure where to begin? Our team is ready to help. Book now at www.universalmct.co.uk or call 02036918807. 🔗 Link in bio.
🏍️ A1, A2 or full Category A — not sure which motorcycle licence route is right for you? The answer depends on more than just age and eligibility; it depends on your current riding experience too. At Universal Motorcycle Training®, we offer tailored Full Licence packages — including Mod 1 & 2 prep, bike hire, and one-to-one Executive Training — so you get the preparation you actually need to reach test standard safely and confidently. Swipe through the carousel to find your perfect course. 🌐 universalmct.co.uk | 📞 0203 691 8807
🏍️ Your full motorcycle licence journey starts with the right training package — and that looks different for every rider. Whether you`re on the A1, A2 or Category A (DAS) route, Universal Motorcycle Training® has a package built around your experience level, including one-to-one Executive Training with a DVSA-qualified instructor. Ready to ride towards your full licence? 👇 Link in bio. 🔗 universalmct.co.uk 02036918807
Riding fast feels natural. Riding slowly reveals everything. 🏍️
At walking pace, your clutch, throttle, balance, and body position all have to work in perfect harmony — and that`s exactly what makes slow-speed control one of the most important skills to master. U-turns, tight manoeuvres, smooth inputs — nail these and your confidence on the road transforms.
Slow it down. Develop the technique. Build real confidence. 📍 Motorcycle training across London → universalmct.co.uk | 0203 691 8807
🏍️ Your braking technique could save your life — are you getting it right? Smooth, controlled stops come from using both brakes, building pressure gradually, keeping your distance, and always reading the road ahead. Swipe through our latest carousel for a full breakdown, save it as a refresher, and practise these skills in a safe environment. 👉
🏍️ Good braking can be the difference between a close call and a crash. It`s not about reacting fast — it`s about using smooth, progressive technique so your bike stays stable when you need to stop. Watch our latest video breaking down the fundamentals of safe motorcycle braking and level up your skills on the road. 🎥 Link in bio. 🌐 universalmct.co.uk
🏍️ Emergency braking isn`t something you figure out in the moment — it`s a skill you build before that moment arrives. Swipe through to understand the technique: progressive braking, staying upright, controlling your stop. Then find a safe space and practise it. 👉 At Universal Motorcycle Training®, this is core to what we teach. Ready to ride safer? Link in bio or call 0203 691 8807. 🌐 universalmct.co.uk
August`s best-selling model was the Honda PCX 125, with 272 registrations (Source: MCIA); total UK registrations rose 17.0 per cent year on year (Source: MCIA). London and Hertfordshire learners, read our August guide. Full guide: link in bio Or comment GUIDE and we will DM you the link #MotorcycleTraining #CBTTraining #LondonRiders #HertfordshireRiders #UKMotorcycling...
🏍️ Emergency braking done right could save your life. Close the throttle, keep the bike straight, apply front then rear brake progressively, and never grab — build pressure smoothly. Practise it regularly in a safe environment so it becomes second nature when it matters most. 💡 Train with the pros at Universal Motorcycle Training® across London. Link in bio or visit universalmct.co.uk.
Nailing the U-turn is all about vision, balance and smooth control — not speed. 🏍️ In our latest carousel, we break it down step by step so you can practise with purpose and build real confidence at slow speed. Remember: look where you want to go, not at what you`re trying to avoid. Your head and eyes lead the way.
Struggling? Keep at it — slow-speed control is a skill that improves with the right technique. Practise. Improve. Ride safer.
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A smooth, controlled U-turn doesn`t happen by accident — it`s the result of understanding the technique and putting in the practice. 🏍️ Our students work on bringing it all together: observations, slow-speed balance, clutch and throttle control, rear brake, and always looking where the bike needs to go. Awkward at first, second nature with time.
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Think you can `fail` your CBT? Not quite. 🏍️ CBT is Compulsory Basic Training — your instructor works with you until you reach a safe standard, not against the clock. Everyone`s journey is different, and that`s the point. At Universal Motorcycle Training®, it`s all about real training, real confidence, and safer riders across London. 📍 universalmct.co.uk | 0203 691 8807
Think you can `fail` your CBT? Think again. 🏍️ CBT is a training course — not a test — so your instructor moves you through each stage only when you`re genuinely ready. No unnecessary pressure, just practical skills built at your own pace. When you hit the required standard across all five elements, your DL196 certificate is yours. 🎯 Ready to start your riding journey? Train with Universal Motorcycle Training® — motorcycle training centres across London. Link in bio or visit universalmct.co.uk
Planning to start delivery work on a scooter? Find out what a provisional licence and CBT allow you to ride. See what the platforms ask for, how long CBT lasts and which learner restrictions still apply. Start with the facts before uploading your documents.
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🏍️ Another brilliant group of riders, trained and ready for the road! Huge congratulations to everyone who completed their training with Universal Motorcycle Training® — your hard work, focus and determination have paid off. We`re so proud to have been part of your journey. 🎉 Ready to start yours? Visit WWW.UNIVERSALMCT.CO.UK or call 02036918807.
🏍️ Every rider starts somewhere — and we`ve got the right starting point for YOU. Whether you`re brand new to bikes and want a relaxed intro session (ITM), or you`re ready to hit the road as a learner with your CBT, Universal Motorcycle Training® has you covered. Not sure which to choose? Drop us a message and we`ll help you figure it out. Your journey starts here. 🙌
Never ridden a motorcycle or scooter before? You have a few options, and you don’t have to jump straight into a full CBT day. If you’re a complete beginner, we recommend starting with our Introduction to Motorcycling (ITM), also known as our Beginner’s Course.
The ITM gives you a relaxed introduction to the basics before attempting CBT. You can work on: ✔️ Getting familiar with the motorcycle and its controls ✔️ Balance and moving the bike safely ✔️ Starting and stopping ✔️ Slow-speed control ✔️ Basic turning and manoeuvring ✔️ Clutch control and gears on a manual bike ✔️ Observations and shoulder checks ✔️ Building confidence before your CBT
Want even more individual attention? We also offer private one-to-one motorcycle lessons, where the training can be focused entirely on you, your experience and the areas you need to develop.
Once you’ve built those foundations, you can move on to your Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) with a much better idea of what to expect.
And if you prefer individual attention throughout your CBT itself, we also offer our CBT Executive 1-to-1, with one instructor dedicated to one trainee.
There’s no need to rush the learning process. The aim is to build your skills properly and get you riding safely and confidently.
📍 Training centres across London and surrounding areas 🏍️ ITM Beginner’s Course 👤 Private 1-to-1 lessons 🎓 CBT, including Executive 1-to-1 options 🌐 universalmct.co.uk
Start at your level. Build your skills. Become a safer rider.
The London commuting cost index, with the arithmetic shown.
A Monday to Sunday Tube cap is £44.70 in Zones 1 and 2, rising to £81.60 in Zones 1 to 6. On our stated assumption of 46 commuting weeks a year, that equals £2,056.20 to £3,753.60 annually.
Petrol at 161.63p a litre works out at £7.35 a gallon. Vehicle tax on a motorcycle is £27 to £125 a year, against £200 for a standard car registered on or after 1 April 2017.
We are not promising you a saving. We are showing you the sums so you can run your own.
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