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Blacktop Motorcycle Training

Blacktop Motorcycle Training

4.6(513 reviews)See reviews ↓·Birmingham

About the company

Blacktop Motorcycle Training is a family-run motorcycle training business based in Birmingham. The business has over 50 years of experience on two wheels. Instructor Steve Nikola has over 20 years of riding experience and has been teaching for the past 6 years. Instructors are assessed and continuously monitored by the DVSA. The business operates from Midlands locations in Cradley Heath and Rowley Regis. Services include CBT, Mod 1, Mod 2, DAS, and full A2 and A1 licence training.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Reachable daily between 8:30am and 4pm, this Rowley Regis provider based on Cakemore Road earns steady praise for putting anxious beginners at ease before they ever reach the road. A point made in several accounts is the calm, clear teaching style of instructors identified as Steve, Meg and Craig, who guide riders through CBT, Mod 1 and full module testing, with Sarah also noted for her friendly help around bookings.

Several accounts describe finishing a three-day Direct Access course and coming away with a full motorcycle licence, while others started with a CBT and returned later for further stages with the same team. Parents booking a CBT for their children mention feeling reassured by the structured, safety-led progression used throughout each session. One learner referenced a training day affected by snow being promptly rebooked, with the school keeping in close contact about the new arrangements.

The friendly, unhurried pace is frequently paired with comments on the technical clarity of the instruction, riders describing the instructors as experienced and genuinely invested in their safety rather than simply processing them through. With training available right through the week including weekends, the Halesowen site suits those needing to fit CBT, Mod 1, Mod 2 or Direct Access training around jobs or family life.

Blacktop Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
Blacktop Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
Blacktop Motorcycle Training — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Sean Millard16 July 2026

Had My CBT on Wednesday with Steve and Meg. Absolute legends the pair of them. Great people. happy to have had them as instructors 👍 would recommend to others

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Josh Houston18 June 2026

Just passed my Mod 1 and Mod 2 and I can't thank Steve, Meg, and Craig enough. The training was excellent from start to finish, and all three instructors were professional, patient, and incredibly supportive. They helped build my confidence and made learning enjoyable. I highly recommend this school to anyone looking to get their motorcycle licence. Thanks again!

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Kieran Stubbs12 June 2026

I had a brilliant experience with Blacktop Motorcycle Training. I completed both my CBT and Direct Access course with them, and the whole process was smooth and hassle-free. I was quite nervous at first, but the instructors kept me relaxed, supported, and confident throughout my training. Their knowledge and experience were excellent, and they explained everything clearly, making it easy to learn and enjoy every minute of it. I honestly couldn't recommend them more. If you're thinking about doing your CBT or Direct Access, Blacktop Motorcycle Training is definitely where I'd recommend going.

JH
Jennifer Hinkley31 May 2026

What can I say, I booked my CBT out of the blue the week before, turnt up really nervous and not feeling very confident at all. Both meg and Steve were blinding. Meg kept her cool with me the whole time, making sure I was calm and ok and giving me that little extra 5 minutes just to practise that little more. Both had such wicked bubbly personalities and it was nothing but laughter the whole day. Steve went out of his way to make sure everyone was comfortable and happy and supplied snacks and drinks (water bottles are supplied already). I past my CBT with great thanks to Meg. I will be back to do my full bike license very soon. Thank you both ever so much!!!

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zak quadri9 May 2026

I genuinely thought I was going to be asked to go home from my nerves. The instructor (only got your second name Upton) was just incredibly patient with me and clear. Made me feel at ease when I had to take a water break and just talked me through what I was and wasn’t doing in a really patient kind and clear way. By the time we got to the road my nerves were GONE. I was comfortably riding and felt confident with her riding behind me. I was also on the course with a partially experienced rider and she was superb with him as well she treated us no different and covered everything with each of us. The day was extremely fun. Great sense of humor on top of it. If you’re nervous or not at all. This is the place for you to go. I cannot express my gratitude enough for your patience with me. I will only ever come to you for my Full license. (The ice cream was great as well)

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Laura Brookes1 May 2026

I recently completed my CBT course and had a great experience from start to finish. The staff were incredibly friendly, supportive, and explained everything clearly, which really helped build my confidence. Big shout out to the instructor Meg thank you for your help! Couldn’t have asked for a better experience — 10/10! Highly recommend booking through this company!

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Rikki-Leigh Growcott16 April 2026

Went for my full DAS on a 3 day course, Steve, Meg and Craig where all top notch and I don’t have a single complaint, always positive and a good time. Came away with my full license! Recommended anyone interested to go get yourself to Black Top!

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Contact
+447907333583blacktopmotorcycletraining.comGoals Dudley (Rowley Regis), Cakemore Rd, Halesowen, Rowley Regis B65 0QX
Working hours
Monday08:30–16:00
Tuesday08:30–16:00
Wednesday08:30–16:00
Thursday08:30–16:00
Friday08:30–16:00
Saturday08:30–16:00
Sunday08:30–16:00