Motorcycle training in Peterborough
Why train at Peterborough?
We provide motorcycle training for the Peterborough area. This includes Compulsory Basic Training CBT, Direct Access courses, Standard licence, Advanced and all aspects of learning to ride a motorcycle or moped.
Camrider Peterborough has been in existence since 1984. It’s owner Graham Steers is one of the UK’s best-regarded motorcycle instructors and has featured in Motorcycle News, Ride magazine, Bike Magazine and many others.
Graham’s commitment to standards and huge experience is an invaluable asset to the Peterborough branch. All the instructors are dedicated enthusiasts and have the highest possible DVSA qualifications. The team there have trained many of the motorcycling press’s staff and are the number one choice for people in the Peterborough area.
Opening times
Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
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Our Peterborough motorcycle training site has a large off-road training area, located in a quiet industrial area to make the first on-road manoeuvres safe and easy to master. We were the first training company to introduce seven days a week training, to ensure small class sizes and to only use fully qualified instructors at all levels. We have been the leaders in pupil and instructor training since 1977.
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.
Graham and Sarah Steers. Directors of Camrider Peterborough Ltd
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
Graham Steers
Peterborough’s MD and lead instructor.
20 years as DSA qualified instructor.
- CBT Cardington qulaified
- Direct Access qualified
- ERS Qualified
- Riding for 28 years.
Graham rides any bike he can lay his hands on!
Sarah Steers
The smooth running of the office administration is taken care of by Sarah Steers. Sarah’s dedication to providing efficient, polite and friendly service has led to Camrider being by far the most successful and most chosen training scheme in Peterborough and the surrounding areas. Sarah will ensure that all your details are correct, that you have your CBT and test booked and that you receive full advice about anything you could possibly need. She and the Camrider team are there so your training package goes without a hitch. With Sarah’s un doubtable talents as a great manager, you can be sure you are in safe hands.
If Sarah does not know the answer about bike training, which is unlikely, she knows someone who does.
Likes: Things to be right, time with the Family and even better, time on her own.
Dislikes: People who will not listen, the Office Door open in the middle of winter.
Best Bike Moment: Being taken to Euro Disney on the back of a Pan European.
Worst Biking Moment: Being on the back of Grahams Tengi when he pulled a wheelie.
Rory Munro
Fully Qualified DVSA instructor for CBT and DAS
Held a full bike licence for 35 years
Been teaching at Camrider for 18 years.
Has a BTEC qualification in Advance Instruction
Rides a Yamaha Fazer1000cc for work & has a KTM as his pleasure or back up bike. Rory stills rides for fun and Enjoys the odd ride around Europe, when he gets time away from work.
Mark Rogers
Fully Qualified DVSA instructor for CBT and DAS
Qualified ex-police advanced motorcyclist and car driver
Qualified to level 3 in teaching and training
Held a Full bike licence for over 30 years
Been teaching at Camrider for 5 years
Mark also runs Advanced courses (using the skills learn whilst an advanced rider for the police). He riders a BMW RT1150 for work and a Honda VFR 1200 cross tourer for pleasure. Mark retired from the police force in 2017 and now enjoys riding his bike including touring across Europe for a couple of weeks each summer.
Kerry Eaton
DVSA CBT and DAS Instructor
Bike licence for over 23 years.
Been a Camrider instructor for over 3 years.
Motorbikes have always been my passion & I ride a Yamaha 900 Tracer but also own a Honda 1100 Super Blackbird, which I like to take out for fun. I love riding, in all weather, with my partner Ray & we enjoy going to BSB (when work allows). I was a Paramedic in the USA where I rode my Honda VF700 Magna but never joined Sons of Anarchy.
I am not restoring any bikes but am trying to find the time, energy and resources to restore a 1999 MGF 1.8 VVC.
Mark Gladston
Fully Qualified DVSA CBT instructor
Held Full bike licence for 30 years
Worked Part time at Camrider for many years
Rides a Triumph Explorer or a T595
Mick Vinson
Down trained CBT instructor
Qualified as a police advanced rider in 2004
Held a Full motorcycle licence for nearly 25 years
Been teaching at Camrider since Summer 2017
Mick retired from the metropolitan police in 2017, and is now looking to gain his DVSA licence to teach up to test level and beyond
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.
Some of our Bikes
Yamaha XJ600cc
Amazingly competent high end 600cc motorcycle with our unique rider protection system.
These bikes are perfect for direct access having the controllable power and speed to make mincemeat of the module 1 exam. As these are high end new Japanese manufactured bikes they really are a cut above the rest. As Camrider have a range of rider aids and protection systems, you can be confident that these bikes will ease you through any tests.
Lexmoto ZSB 125cc
We have acquired these robust bikes with a great seat to handle bar ratio that fits so many rider sizes. The Lexmoto ZSB provides a contemporary take on the traditional bike design. Centred around a CBB Balance shaft engine offering 4 stroke reliability and smooth power delivery the ZSB delivers a phenomenal package. easy to ride and a great choice for CBT.
Lexmoto Titan 125cc auto
This learner friendly twist n` go scooter gets you from A to B with ease and comfort thanks to a large comfortable seat, with ample under-seat storage, easy-to-use controls and a lightweight 118kg for easy manoeuvrability.
Lexmoto Echo 50cc auto
With a smooth and reliable 50cc motor that provides a steady and consistent performance, the Echo is a perfect bike for both those that are new to riding and experienced scooterists alike!
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
Call
01733 320820
07958 781011
Call us for free advice, diary dates and general info on motorcycle training in Peterborough
Very happy with my all of my training from Camrider. Instructors very good especially Graham, Laura and Ray. Sarah in the office is fantastic and keeps the wheels turning, if you’ll pardon the pun. Thanks for getting me my bike licence in only 6 weeks.
2 months ago • Des O’Connell
Hi,
Poor standard of people skills, training is too rigid with a one shoe fits all approach by one or two of the instructors. It often felt like the training lacked any kind of method or structure and constantly having to probe the instructor for information. Instructor spent too much time at roadside cafe’s and doing errands which they just seem to incorporate as part of the lesson haha. The business needs fresh instructor’s who understand, know how and want to teach rather than old men who are biker’s who are knocking around killing time that don’t know how to teach. Newer big bikes are needed as some of them were old and clunky with gear changes and a nightmare to start up and a new improved bluetooth intercom system rather than a one way only radio link!
In the end I had to switch training schools to Shires Motorcycle Training and passed my Mod 1 and Mod 2 first time round without any fuss and believe I am a much safer and confident rider for it.
Thank you.
3 months ago • Sanjay K
Most of the instructors are a HR departments worst nightmare and i felt the courses lacked structure.
But they got me through my DAS course (mod 1 1st attempt mod 2 2nd)
Would have been nice to have had the same instructor through the course or one who remembers you from 1 lesson to the next.
2 months ago • Gareth Dickenson
I would highly recommend CAMRIDER To anyone who’s thinking of taking motorcycle lessons. The instructors are extremely friendly and very knowledgeable. I did my training at Peterborough where I was made very welcome and received excellent training where high standards and safety are priority. A great big thank you goes to all the staff for their help and support on getting me through my training. I’m glad to say I passed my Mod 1 & 2 first time due to the fantastic instructors. I guarantee you will not be disappointed.
a year ago • Craig
Not a great experience. The bikes are absolutely terrible and kept breaking.
The instructor kept saying “why are you not listening to me”. Of course I was listening! It was my first time on a bike, so did not have the skills yet. This is a terrible way to treat people and is the worst thing to say to a beginner. You really should now better.
I chose not to proceed with the on-road training. I have now completed my CBT at an alternative provider and had a far better experience.
a year ago • Jonathan Mark Hadden