Terms & Conditions
Valid from 01/01/22
Licence
On the day of your training (or DVSA test), you must hold and be in possession of a valid UK driving licence. It must be shown to your trainer (or DVSA examiner) at the start of the course (or test). No other forms of licence or ID are acceptable. No copies are acceptable. It is your responsibility to bring these documents to all training sessions (or test) that you attend. In failing to do so, training (or test) may be terminated for that day and fees for that day will be lost. This may impact your course (and or test).
European licences must be accompanied by a confirmation of registration of your EU licence in the United Kingdom (D91 form, or D58/2) showing provisional motorcycle entitlement (Category A). If you produce an older Paper style licence, a valid up to date passport must also be provided to prove who you are. No other form of photographic ID will be accepted.
It is the responsibility of the student to make sure that the licence is valid and up to date before any formal training course can commence. Details of how to check if your licence is valid and up to date are available on the DVLA website.
Attendance
You must attend all the scheduled days of training in full. Attendance requires you to attend on time so please allow for traffic and transport issues. As the courses are regulated by the DVSA and have a set syllabus they cannot be delayed or postponed for an individual. Late attendance (arriving more than 15 minutes after the start time of your training/course) can lead to you missing your session. a. You cannot join the course once it has started as you must complete each part of the course by Law. We cannot offer refunds or compensation for missed training sessions or test. If you do not attend elements of your time-tabled training, your course may be terminated. Courses are sold as a whole and we cannot offer refunds for part elements not attended.
Suitable Clothing
Students taking part in any training courses must wear suitable clothing that offers reasonable protection. Wear layers that will keep you warm when it is cold and take a layer off when it is warm. We also advise you to wear something to cover up your neck like a scarf or buff.
We understand you may be new to biking and may not yet have your own motorcycle equipment. If this is the case, we will provide you with a helmet, jacket and gloves for you to use on your training day. However, if you do not yet have proper motorcycle trousers and motorcycle boots, as an alternative, on the day of your training, you can wear jeans and hiking boots. Please note that we do not accept trainers and tracksuit bottoms or sandals and shorts.
If clothing worn is viewed as inappropriate and unsafe then the student may be asked to rebook the training course at an additional cost.
Cancellations
FULL MOTORCYCLE LICENCE COURSES – A1 / A2 / A (DAS)
As of 3/4/2018, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has changed their Terms & Conditions, and the amount of notice that has to be given to cancel a test has been increased to 10 working days.if you cancel later than 10 working days you will forfeit your test fee.
All cancellations must be made by phone or text. We DO NOT accept voicemail or email messages as notification of cancellations. Cancellations made with less than 5 working days notice will forfeit their deposit.
Nicks Motorcycle Training may cancel or change your training course due to both adverse weather conditions that make the training unsafe to proceed or any other unforeseen circumstances. Prior notification will be given to the client as soon as possible. We endeavour to do this prior to the start of the course; however, depending on the circumstances this may not be possible.
Any courses that are cancelled by Nicks Motorcycle Training due to the aforementioned circumstances can be rebooked at no extra charge.
Legal requirement
Compulsory Basic Training can only be provided by an Approved Authorised Training Body (ATB). Nicks Motorcycle Training is a DVSA approved training body. As such, all training courses carried out by Nicks Motorcycle Training are governed by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency.
Course Agreement 1
All Instructors currently registered to Nicks Motorcycle Training are DVSA Approved and trained to a high standard. All students attending one of Nicks Motorcycle Training training courses will agree to follow the instruction and guidance of the appointed registered Instructor for the purpose of Compulsory Basic Training. Students who fail to follow the necessary requirements or DO NOT respond to training will have their training course terminated. If you are a complete beginner/novice in regards to riding a motorcycle/scooter and if your EXPECTATION is to complete your Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) in one day, we would suggest completing your training on an automatic and then returning for a further day of training on a geared bike.
Course Agreement 2
All students on CBT courses must sign a disclaimer before any on-road training can commence. You must confirm that you are satisfied with the training you have received so far and as a result feel sufficiently competent to proceed with the next element of your Compulsory Basic Training involving a minimum of two hours riding on the public highway. You must be able to confirm that you feel sufficiently competent to conduct the training on the Public Highway in the weather conditions prevailing at the time and that the motorcycle/scooter that you are riding is suitable for you.
Failure to sign this declaration will result in the course being unable to continue as the on-road element will be incomplete and you will need to book more onsite training. This clause has been brought in as part of a new structure to the Motorcycle Training Industry Insurance Policy.
Course Agreement 3
Option to do your Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) on a 125cc Manual (Geared) motorcycle.
You have an option to do your Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) either on a manual (geared) or automatic motorbike.
However, as a road safety organisation it is our job to ensure the safety of both our students and the general public. To learn to ride a manual (geared) motorcycle is no easy task; even if you are an experienced car driver. A motorcycle is a completely different vehicle, which in turn, requires you to perform a range of unique skills such as balance, throttle control, higher levels of concentration, ability to deal with the exposure to varying weather conditions and wind, combination of foot and hand controls, etc.
Thus, if you are a novice rider, with no previous recent experience on a manual bike, and if your expectation is to complete your Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) on the same day, we highly recommend you to do your CBT on an automatic bike; followed by a Gear Conversion Course to learn to ride a manual bike. Alternatively, you should book two (2) days (consecutive days) of CBT Standard on a manual (geared) motorcycle.
Complaints
Nicks Motorcycle Training offers the highest quality training to their students. However, should the student have any complaints with any aspect of their experience with us, please report any informal complaint to your Instructor who will help to resolve the issue. If a formal complaint needs to be made we will take this very seriously, and the student should contact Nick (0779988 714216612) to help resolve the issue.
Road Traffic Violations
Students in control of one Nicks Motorcycle Training motorcycles or scooters will take full responsibility for any violations regarding road traffic laws whilst riding on the public highway. Relevant details will be passed to the appropriate authorities if requested. The student whom the offence relates to will be informed.
Behaviour
Nicks Motorcycle Training is a road safety organisation. If at any time a student shows an unsuitable attitude, or demonstrates unacceptable risk-taking or failure to comply with an instruction that endangers themselves or others on the road, the course will be terminated at that point and fees forfeited. The instructor as a licensed DVSA assessor has the final decision in this matter. Additional training may be at the company’s discretion.
Any inappropriate behaviour displayed by the student while taking part in any training Nicks Motorcycle Training provides, could lead to the training being terminated and may also lead to relevant authorities being notified.
Any abuse of staff or other clients will not be tolerated.
If any suspected use of alcohol or illegal substances is indicated or used on site the training course will be terminated.
Customer Vehicles
Any vehicles supplied by the customer for use on any training courses conducted by Nicks Motorcycle Training will not be covered by Nicks Motorcycle Training insurance policy for motorcycles.
Responsibility is with the student to ensure that the vehicle is in a roadworthy condition and meets the relevant legal requirements. “L” plates must be clearly displayed front and rear. The vehicle must also be properly taxed. A valid MOT certificate must be shown to the instructor at the start of the course. A valid insurance cover note must be shown. A Vehicle Log Book (V5) must be produced. The trainer will check all relevant paperwork and check the motorcycle is in a safe and appropriate condition to commence your training.
Injuries
In the unlikely event of an accident, or loss or damage to your personal effects, You acknowledge that the company will not be liable for any direct or indirect loss, damage or injury arising from or in connection with the service (except in instances of death or personal injury caused by the company’s negligence) and you waive all and any claims against Nicks Motorcycle Training in this respect.
Bike Hire
Insurance provided through Nicks Motorcycle Training
The motorcycle is at all times covered by the Nicks Motorcycle Training Fully Comprehensive insurance policy with a £350 excess on 50cc/125cc and £500 excess on the DAS bikes the terms of which are available for inspection by the hirer from Nicks Motorcycle Training.
The student shall remain liable for any loss or damage to a third party as a result of the wilful act or negligence of the student , or any breach of the terms of the insurance policy.
By accepting our Terms & Conditions, and making your booking with us, you agree to the above statements.
Medication
Please make your trainer aware if you are taking any medication or have any medical conditions that could affect your ability to ride a motorcycle/scooter before commencing your course.
DL196 (CBT) Certificates
If you have been issued a DL196 (CBT) certificate for your Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) we advise you to take a photograph and copy of the certificate immediately after being issued and to keep these safe as well as at hand, in case you need to refer back to it. If your DL196 certificate is lost, stolen or damaged, we now require an average of fourteen (14) days to reissue. Due to Data Protection, requests can only be accepted if made by the named person on the Certificate and must be made through our online secure platform for ID verification purposes. Cost is £20 + postage if applicable.
English Language
Unless you are bringing a translator who is able and willing to accompany you during the full duration of your course, you must be able to speak and understand English at a good conversational level. Since we must ensure that you have understood all the instructions and syllabus as laid out by the Driving Vehicle Standards Agency, and given the high-risk nature of motorcycling, in the event that your instructor deems your English insufficient to attain a satisfactory two-way communication, your training (or test) may be terminated for that day. This may impact your course (and or test).
General aptitude
The vast majority of people we see successfully complete their training. However, motorcycling isn’t for everyone. We can usually identify people who aren’t suited to riding very quickly. In this instance we terminate the training after a detailed explanation on our reasons why. We will offer a part refund of the course fee which will be based on training already taken. This decision is not taken lightly and is made solely for the safety and well-being of the student.
Privacy Policy
We do not store credit card details nor do we share these details with any 3rd parties.
All information passed on to Nicks Motorcycle Training will be treated as confidential.
However, we share some customer information (e.g. name, course, postcode) with the DVSA, which may in turn share these details to other third parties (e.g. survey Companies, etc.).
We reserve the right to utilise your personal information (e.g. Driving Licence Number, National Insurance Number, Date of Birth, etc.) to perform DVLA checks (online and or over the phone) on you, so that we can ensure that you will be riding your vehicle legally during your training. By accepting our Terms & Conditions, and making your booking with us, you agree to this policy.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS – FURTHER INFORMATION
Finally, should you have an enquiry about any aspect of these Terms and Conditions or our use of your personal information, please contact us as follows: by email: info@nicksmotorcyclemctraining.org.co.uk
Test Questions
1. What five things should you adjust to carry a pillion on a motorcycle?
MIRRORS, HEADLIGHT, TYRE PRESSURE, SUSPENSION, CHAIN.
2. What characteristics will be affected on a motorcycle, when carrying a pillion?
B = BRAKING = LONGER
A = ACCELERATING = HARDER
S = STEERING = LIGHTER
H = HANDLING = HEAVIER
3. What advice would you give to a pillion regarding sitting/riding on the bike?
SIT ASTRIDE THE BIKE, FACING FORWARD, FEET ON FOOT REST, HOLD ONTO EITHER THE RIDERS WAIST OR GRAB-RAIL, SHOULDER TO SHOULDER, DO NOT WAVE, NO HAND SIGNALS, DO NOT MOVE SIGNIFICANTLY, AWAIT RIDERS PERMISSION TO MOUNT OR DISMOUNT THE MACHINE.
4. Where would you encounter high winds or crosswinds?
OPEN SPACES, DUAL CARRIAGEWAYS, MOTORWAYS, OVERTAKING OR BEING OVERTAKEN BY HIGH SIDED VEHICLES, TURBULENCE WHEN BEHIND, VORTEX EFFECT AND CROSSWINDS WHILST OVERTAKING, GAPS IN HEDGES AND AT JUNCTIONS CROSSING BRIDGES.
5. Whilst going around a corner what will happen to the bike if the pillion tries to straighten up?
THE BIKE WILL STRAIGHTEN UP, WHICH WILL MAKE IT MORE DIFFICULT FOR THE RIDER TO GET AROUND THE CORNER.
6. Who would you not take on a bike?
CHILDREN WHO CANNOT REACH THE FOOT PEGS, CHILDREN THAT ARE TOO WEAK TO HOLD ON, ELDERLY OR INFIRM, INTOXICATED, IMPROPERLY DRESSED.
7. What advice would you give a pillion regarding clothing?
WEAR AN APPROVED SAFETY HELMET, ALWAYS FASTENED. HEAD TO TOE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING.
Safety Check Questions
BRAKES
Show me
Where the brake fluid reservoir is.
Tell me
How you would check you have a safe level of hydraulic fluid.
Show me
How you would check the safe operation of the brakes on this machine.
OIL
Show me
Where you would check the engine oil level.
Tell me
How you would check the engine has sufficient oil.
LIGHTS
(Electrics) Show me
How you would check that the lights, indicators, brake lights and reflectors are clean and working.
Show me
How you would check that the horn is working. Show me how you would check the operation of the emergency stop switch.
TYRES and TRANSMISSION
Tell me
How you would check your tyres to ensure that they are correctly inflated, have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.
Tell me
How you would check the condition of the chain on this machine.
STEERING and SUSPENSION
Show me
How you would check the steering for excessive free play.
Candidates will be asked two questions one show me and one tell me. One or both questions answered incorrectly will result in one driving fault being recorded.