Bike Sense Direct Access Courses

Direct Access Scheme (DAS)

Those who do not already hold a full motorcycle licence may, after taking a CBT course and Theory Test, take the practical test on a motorcycle with a power output of at least 35kW (46.6bhp).

This will entitle you to ride any motorcycle.

Learner motorcyclists aged 21 or over may choose:

  • either of the options open to riders under 21, or
  • Direct Access to larger bikes of 25kW

So that learners aged 21 and over may practice for the larger motorcycle test, they may ride any motorcycle on the road which exceeds the UK learner specification but only when accompanied (on another motorcycle) by an approved motorcycle instructor.

Doing a Direct Access course with Bike Sense will give you a number of days varied and skilled riding in preparation for your Practical Test. Over the course of these days, you will ride in radio contact with a Bike Sense instructor at all times, learning road skills and real-life situations such as emergency braking, road sense, manoeuvring, advance perception of road hazards, and much more. After intense riding on a larger biking you will be prepared to go on and do your Practical test with an examiner.

Our DAS training is some of the best and we guarantee that all that will be asked of you in the Practical Test would have been covered by our expert instructors in the preceding days of rider training.

After completing your Bike Sense Direct Access course and successfully passing your Practical Test, you can immediately ride any size motorcycle without learner restrictions.

If you are over 21 this is, without doubt, the best way to pass your Practical Test and get into the world of unlimited motorcycle freedom. Many have graduated to larger motorcycles, thanks to our dedication to give the rider the best possible grounding in road skills and preparation for passing their test.

Don't leave success to chance; book your DAS course today and move into a larger world of riding!

How much does it cost?

4 session Direct Access (experienced) - £390

5 session Direct Access (some experience) - £490

7 session Direct Access (complete novice) - £590

30% discount for second rider on all DAS courses except CBT

What's included in the price?

  • Tuition from fully qualified instructors
  • Auto Com Radio link to the instructor
  • Waterproofs, gloves & helmet
  • Comprehensive insurance cover
  • Bike hire (125cc/500cc)

What's not included?

Practical and Theory Test fees.

(See our Prices section for details)

Anything else I need to know?

Please see our FAQ section for other useful information.

if you have any questions please call us on 0800 169 7196