As you are probably aware more and more people (both men and women) are taking to or returning to two wheels. Motorcycling is one of the most enjoyable pastimes available, it gives you independence, freedom of expression and makes you glad to be alive. Someone once described it as follows “. If you are driving a car it’s like watching a movie – if your riding a motorcycle it’s like being in the movie”. Motorcycling is not just about being a commuter or a form of inexpensive transport. It is as much to do with a lifestyle choice, lifetime friendships formed and the social interaction with one of the most congenial groups of people you are ever likely to meet. Naturally being competent and safe when you are on the road is the most important part of motorcycling and with that in mind the Phillip McCallen Motorcycle Training Academy was started in 2005.
We are able to supply training from Learner to Advanced as well as refresher courses for those returning to motorcycling. All of our instructors are DOE approved and trained to the highest possible standard. As they are all keen motorcyclists themselves they understand the needs and concerns of those wishing to take up motorcycling or those returning to it after some time away. Remember that motorcycles today are more powerful than they were some years ago and a refresher course is the best way to return safely to our roads.
We are able to take you through Theory Coaching, Practical Off Road Manoeuvres and then training for your Practical On Road Test. With our mobile unit this training can be covered either in Lisburn, Newry, Armagh or Craigavon. We supply our own 125cc motorcycles, insurance, waterproof / safety clothing, gloves and helmets if required and have bike to bike radios for constant communication / guidance between instructor and student. Lessons are £25 per lesson or gift vouchers are available. To arrange your lessons please ring 07871754025 and Mike will arrange them with you or to obtain gift vouchers for a loved one please ring 02892662886 and Sam will be only to happy to assist.
Please note;
From the 21st of February 2011, a valid Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) Certificate is required to ride unaccompanied on public roads for the following licence holders:
1. Moped (Category P) and motorcycle (Category A/A1) provisional licence holders who were issued a licence on or after 21st February 2011.
2. Full moped (Category P) licence holders by virtue of passing a full car test (Category B) on or after 21st February 2011.
From 21st February 2012, all provisional moped and motorcycle holders will be required to have a valid CBT certificate to continue riding unaccompanied on public roads.
