Independent riding school · Straiton, Edinburgh
Motorcycle training in Edinburgh Two riders, one instructor
Edinburgh Motorcycle Training is an independent riding school based at 15 Clippens Yard, Straiton, EH20 9NS, just 5 mins from the A720 Edinburgh bypass.
DVSA-qualified instructors teach CBT from £195
and an Introduction to Motorcycling (ITM) for £55
Direct Access Courses (DAS) from £1,140
2 students to 1 instructor
4.9★ from 210 Google reviews
Bikes, helmets and jackets supplied
2:1
Maximum students per instructor on every group course
1 day
Of training included in every CBT, with an additional half day of training if you need it
5 min
From the A720 Edinburgh bypass, opposite Straiton retail park
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DVSA-qualified instructors, several of them IAM members
Start here
Which motorcycle course do I need?
Most riders follow the same four steps from first sit on a bike to a full licence. You can stop at any point: a CBT alone lets you ride a 125cc.
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Introduction to Motorcycling
£55
1.5 hours off-road, essential first step for novice riders
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CBT
from £195
1 day's training allows you to ride a 125cc on the road with L-plates for 2 years
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Theory test
Booked with DVSA
You must pass the motorcycle theory test before booking your Direct Access Course
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Direct Access Course
from £1,140
4 or 5-day courses take you through Modules 1 & 2 to the full licence
Courses
How much does motorcycle training cost?
The ITM is £55, a CBT is £195 on weekdays or £210 at weekends, and the Direct Access Course is £1,140 for 4 days or £1,440 for 5 days including the pre-DAS assessment.
1.5 hours
ITM
A 1.5 hour first session for complete beginners. Required before your CBT if you have never ridden
£55 Details →
1 day of training (with an additional half day of training if required)
CBT
The 1-day course you need to ride a moped or 125cc on the road with L-plates
From £195 Details →
4 to 5 days over 2 to 3 weeks
Direct Access Course (DAS)
The 4 or 5-day route to a full motorcycle licence, covering Module 1 and Module 2 training and tests
From £1,140 Details →
1 day
CBT renewal
Re-certify every two years, or use the day as a stepping stone to Direct Access.
£175 Details →
3 hours
Confidence Riding
Three hours of guided practice for riders who have their CBT but want to build their confidence
From £165 Details →
3 hours
Back-to-Biking
A 3-hour 1 to 1 refresher for licenced riders returning after a long break
£195 Details →
How we train
Why learn to ride at Straiton?
Courses start at Clippens Yard then move to the large, traffic-free training yard at Straiton Park and Ride, and only after that go out on the road.
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Off-road training yard
Courses start at Clippens Yard, then move to the training yard at Straiton Park and Ride: a large area free from traffic and obstacles, ideal for the early stages.
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Bikes, helmets and jackets supplied
Well-maintained 125cc machines for CBT and larger bikes for Direct Access. Helmets or jackets can be provided, or you can bring your own.
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Small groups
There are never more than 2 students to 1 instructor, with 1 to 1 options on confidence, gear conversion and post-licence courses.
The instructors
Who will teach me?
All our instructors are DVSA-qualified with many years of experience between them. Colin leads the team and is a Fellow of the Institute of Advanced Motorists.
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Colin
DAS, CBT and ERS Instructor
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Brian
DAS and CBT Instructor
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Dylan
DAS and CBT Instructor
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Grant
CBT Instructor
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Jethro
DAS and CBT Instructor
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Neil
CBT Instructor
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Rob
CBT Instructor
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Tania
Office Manager
Google reviews
What do riders say about EMT?
Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 210 reviews on Google.
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★★★★★
"The staff are very friendly and welcoming, and the instructors make you feel comfortable and help you feel less nervous. They do everything they can to support you and explain even the smallest details. A special mention…"
Dhjtt Google Maps review · Oct 2026
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★★★★★
"Top-Tier Training - Highly Recommended! I had an amazing experience with Edinburgh Motorcycle Training and couldn't recommend them highly enough. From the very first contact, the communication was lovely; they took the…"
Tanny G. Google Maps review · Jul 2026
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★★★★★
"I honestly can't recommend this motorcycle training school enough! As a 4'9 rider, I always thought bigger bikes just weren't for me. I was so used to riding lowered bikes and genuinely never expected to feel comfortable…"
Anna-Marie T. Google Maps review · CBT and DAS · May 2026
Getting here
Where do EMT riders travel from?
All training starts from 15 Clippens Yard, Straiton, EH20 9NS. Because the yard is 5 minutes from the bypass, riders travel in from across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife, the Scottish Borders and Lanarkshire.
- Loanhead and Straiton 1.5 mi
- Bonnyrigg 4 mi
- Dalkeith 4.5 mi
- Penicuik 5 mi
- Gorebridge and Newtongrange 6.5 mi
- Edinburgh 7 mi
- Musselburgh 7.5 mi
- Currie and Balerno 8 mi
- Tranent 11 mi
- Broxburn 15 mi
- South Queensferry 15 mi
- Peebles 17.5 mi
- Haddington 18 mi
- Livingston 20 mi
- Bathgate 22 mi
- Linlithgow 22 mi
- Biggar 25 mi
- Dunfermline 26 mi
- North Berwick 27 mi
- Dunbar 29 mi
- Falkirk 29 mi
- Galashiels 30 mi
- Kirkcaldy 35 mi
- Lanark 36 mi
- Glasgow 48 mi
Questions
Common questions before booking
I have never ridden a motorcycle. Where do I start?
Start with the 1.5 hour Introduction to Motorcycling (ITM) for £55. Edinburgh Motorcycle Training requires novice riders to complete an ITM before a CBT. After that you take a CBT (£195 weekdays, £210 weekends), which lets you ride a 125cc on the road with L-plates.
How much does a CBT cost?
At Edinburgh Motorcycle Training a CBT costs £195 per person on weekdays and £210 at weekends and on bank holidays. A CBT renewal is £175. The price includes the motorcycle, a helmet and jacket if you need them, and 1 day of training with an additional half day of training if your instructor says you need one.
How much does a DAS course cost?
At Edinburgh Motorcycle Training the 4-day DAS course costs £1,140 and the 5-day course costs £1,440. Both include the 3-hour pre-DAS assessment. A £440 deposit is paid at the time of booking, with two further instalments at the start of Day 1 and Day 4.
How many students are there per instructor?
Edinburgh Motorcycle Training trains a maximum of 2 students per instructor on ITM, CBT, CBT Renewal and DAS courses. Confidence, Gear Conversion and A1, A2 to A training can be booked 1 to 1. Back-to-Biking and the Enhanced Rider Scheme are always 1 to 1.
Do you train riders from outside Edinburgh?
Yes. Edinburgh Motorcycle Training is 5 minutes from the A720 bypass, so riders travel in from Midlothian, East Lothian, West Lothian, Fife, the Scottish Borders, Lanarkshire and Falkirk. Glasgow is about an hour away by the M8. All training starts from 15 Clippens Yard, Straiton, EH20 9NS.
Ready to ride?
Book an ITM or CBT online with live availability, or talk to us about Direct Access and post-licence training.