Motorcycle Training in Bedford
Why train at Bedford?
We provide expert motorcycle training for the Bedford area. This includes Compulsory Basic Training (CBT), Direct Access courses, Standard licence, Advanced and all aspects of learning to ride a motorcycle or moped. Our staff are fully DVSA qualified with decades of experience. Most importantly, Camrider has a very rigorous staff selection, training and continuous professional development program. For us it’s not enough to be a qualified instructor, our trainers are selected and assessed in kindness, good humour, interpersonal skills and the importance of being a mentor to new riders who need to feel safe, happy, and valued.
Our top notch courses are specifically designed by qualified educationalists to meet your personal needs. After all, everyone is different and we make sure that you have a lesson plan that fits you, rather than a one size fits all approach. If you are a complete novice wanting to learn to ride a motorbike from scratch – to a more experienced rider with previous experience, we have motorcycle training packages to suit you!
Every course and lesson comes with the highest quality equipment: Loan motorcycles, helmets, jackets, gloves, waterproofs and first rate radio communications. Camrider has been able to invest in the equipment you need to be sure of a safe and happy progression through CBT to full test. We have trained over 240,000 people since we started in 1977 and have glowing references from our regular customers and many celebrities who choose Camrider to be the company to look after them.
We also operate a “One site” policy. This costs us more, but we know that it’s worth it to ease our customers through training. We have our classrooms, training pad and facilities all at one location so your time is spent learning in a relaxed environment and not on a minibus or pushing bikes from storage to off road pad. The time you spend with us will be entirely focused on coaching you through the syllabus. Your time is valuable and we recognise that new riders need confidence in their trainers and the facilities provided.
Opening times
Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: Closed
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Located at Oasis beach pool in the smaller pyramid, we have a very large training area along with classrooms, rest facilities and all the services you would hope for with a professionally run training company. There is plenty of free secure parking and bus routes run outside.
We try to make the CBT a really enjoyable experience and you will find we have a large range of bikes for you to learn on. Additionally, we provide loan helmets, gloves, jackets and waterproofs. Our office staff will book you to tests we have reserved in advance and make sure you have details of exactly what’s needed. If you need any information or have any questions we are just a phone call away.
The Bedford training site is ideally located so you can learn on the roads of Bedford and be close to the DVSA test centre. This means you will have plenty of practice in the same environment, and on the same roads, as your actual practical test. This aids nerves and helps new riders understand the little nuances of roads, junctions and roundabouts. We prepare you for any issues that might distract you if you were not to have practiced in the same environment beforehand.
Key elements
- Loan motorcycles: 50cc, 125cc and 600cc
- Loan helmets, jackets, gloves and waterproofs
- DVSA tests are booked in advance – we have 100’s of available tests reserved.
- Specifically designed safety equipment and bikes with lowered or raised seat heights and suspension available to help riders of all heights and sizes.
- We specialise in helping the nervous, new or very inexperienced get up to speed, not just with caring instruction but with equipment and systems to aid the process. We believe anyone can ride with the right attitude and patience to learn.
- Large private training area for CBT and Mod 1 practice
- Classrooms, bathroom, rest areas and training pad all on one site
Our Instructors & Staff
We believe that learner motorcyclists deserve the best possible environment to train in and that high-quality machinery and equipment are not just an advantage, but are essential.
In particular, we are the only local company to use brand new Kawasaki Z650 motorcycles that are compliant with the European Third directive and also have specially manufactured rider protection bars. We also use new fuel injected Yamaha YBR125cc motorcycles and our mopeds are all-new Piaggio Zip 50cc with a unique rider protection system.
Some of our Bikes
Motorcycle Training Classes & Courses
Camrider is an Approved Training Body licenced by the DVSA
Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)
CBT is a course of instruction and assessment for new riders wanting to ride a moped or geared motorcycle. It must be taken by any rider wanting to use a 50cc moped, or 125cc motorcycle before they get on the road using “L” plates.
CBT
Entry requirements:
a) UK provisional licence photocard
b) Minimum age: 16
What is included
- CBT certificate (DL196)
- Loan 50cc Moped or 125cc Motorcycle
- Petrol and insurance
- Loan helmet, gloves, jackets and waterproofs
- Expert instruction from DVSA qualified instructors
Full motorcycle test
Pass your full motorcycle test and ride a large cc motorcycle. Training is provided by our expert, DVSA qualified instructors and we provide a fully managed service including CBT, online theory practice, full DVSA training & the final practical tests.
Full Test
Entry requirements:
a) UK provisional licence photocard
b) Minimum ages:
24 years for “A” licence = Any cc any power
19 years for “A2” licence = Any cc max 47bhp power
c) A motorcycle theory test pass. You can start the course without this but will need a pass at least 10 days before your final tests
What is included
- CBT & certificate (DL196)
- DVSA Test Fees – we pre-book hundreds in advance
- Loan 125cc / 600cc bikes
- Petrol and insurance
- Helmet, gloves, jackets and waterproofs
- Our online and App theory and hazard perception training tools
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01234 490492
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Did my first CBT and renewed it here in Bedford again with Kate and Dale, who are top professionals and wonderful people. They were very helpful and friendly during the session, and always attentive and motivational. I had my best time on a motorcycle training session here, and have to recommend this school and this team to everyone interested in starting to ride or wanting to refresh or improve their skills. On a quick update, must say that Mike’s tutoring was fundamental to help me pass the Mod2 test. This team is amazing!!!
3 months ago • Gracinda Ferreira
Completed my DAS course with Camrider Bedford today!
After taking my CBT I was advised based on my ability to take the 4 day DAS course for my Cat A licence, which was 2 600cc sessions, Mod1, and Mod2 exams!
Training and practice was also given on the morning before the Mod1 and on the day of the Mod2 I felt more than confident after the instructors tuition.
I passed my CBT, and my Mods 1&2 first time, Dale, Katie and Mick, thank you ever so much for helping me to achieve this, to anyone consudering taking DAS or CBT I honestly can’t recommend these guys enough! Make sure you get in touch with Camrider Bedford! You won’t regret it!
And on top of this, Dale, Katie and Mick are great fun while instructing, whilst also remaining extremely informative and professional! Definitely a friendly approachable team that want nothing more than for you to pass and be a safe, competent rider.
I score you all 200 out of 10 🙌 Guys I’m glad you took over Bedford when I was ready to do my DAS! Thank you so soooo much! I will visit to see you again soon when I get my bike!
Sincerely
Craig Fogarty
5 months ago • Craig Fogarty
5 Stars for Camrider Bedford. Mike and Katie were excellent. Having not ridden for 9 years (on a 50cc scooter), Katie got me through my CBT quickly, with Mike assessing my road riding.
Rather than overcharging for several lessons, Mike suggested a 4 session Direct Access course (2 training days and 2 test days) to get my A license.
I passed with 0 rider faults, thanks to some of the very simple tips Mike reminded me of throughout my training.
The bikes were well maintained and had heated grips added – a must if you’re training in February! CamRider also supply waterproofs if you turn up in leathers and denim in the rain, like I did!
In addition, the service was brilliant, the team were welcoming and the course was very well priced. I would happily recommend CamRider to any friends or family (as friends did to me).
I’ll swing by to show you both the new bike soon!
in the last week • Callum Murphy
Couldn’t reccomend camrider bedford enough. Lovely trainers allways there to help and develop your riding skills, you’ll really get along with them straight away 5 stars for me.
a week ago • Sebastian Swierczek
Ladies and gents this is the place to go in Bedford if you have no clue what a bike is but you’d like to learn about it and how to handle one. Staff is really awesome and the atmosphere will be relaxed and proffesional at the same time.
3 months ago • Razwn G