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LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training

LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training

4.9(115 reviews)See reviews ↓·Bournemouth

About the company

LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training, legally Start Riding! Ltd., began operating in April 2004. The school is a DVSA approved motorcycle training body (ATB). Its founder and Chief Instructor is Richard, who has ridden motorcycles for over three decades and instructed for over 25 years. Richard is a qualified DIA Advanced Riding Examiner and a fully qualified DVSA approved instructor for CBT and DAS, having passed the DVSA Special Test for Motorcycle Instructors.

The team includes Kasia, the newest member, who focuses on new riders doing their CBTs and is an IAM Advanced Rider; Pete, who teaches on CBT and full-licence courses; and Mark, who concentrates on Module 2 training and is qualified for CBT and Direct Access course instruction. Training is provided for the Poole & Bournemouth (Dorset) test areas, plus Dorchester, Salisbury and Lee-on-the-Solent if required. Main services include Compulsory Basic Training (CBT), Standard test training, Staged Access and Direct Access (DAS) Module 1 training, and Module 2 training for categories A1, A2 and A.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Booking and course organisation at this Wimborne-based provider, near Canford Magna, draw consistent praise for clear communication from the outset, with pre-course guidance and instructional videos sent ahead of training days. Richard is named repeatedly as the instructor taking pupils from complete beginners through their CBT, module one and module two tests, and onward to full Category A or A2 licences through direct access courses.

A calm, unhurried teaching style comes up again and again, with several accounts describing nervous riders being put at ease and paced according to their own confidence rather than a fixed timetable. Explanations are described as clear and feedback as constructive, with riders reporting they completed their modules with few faults after steady, gradual progress. Andy and Sam are also mentioned as trainers, having guided a couple through training on larger bikes together with a friendly, professional manner.

Pete is credited alongside Richard on one occasion for useful tips during module training. Equipment provided on multi-day CBT courses is described as well maintained, and riders unfamiliar with the local roads around Poole still report passing thanks to thorough preparation. The venue operates every day of the week, from nine in the morning until six in the evening, allowing CBT, module training and direct access courses to be arranged around work and other commitments.

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LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training — Customer photo
LET'S RIDE! Motorcycle Training — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Sam Crawford24 June 2026

Recently completed a direct access course with Richard. Could not recommend him enough, he’s calm and collected and talks you through each stage of the training explaining each section clearly. The training is carried out at your pace, and you feel under no pressure what so ever which really puts you at ease.

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Thierry Vic23 June 2026

Just passed my full category A2 license. Rich is the best instructor and is very patient considering i am an eager rider😆 taught me very well and i passed both modules first time with only 3 faults overall so very pleased.

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Jake Ables2 June 2026

I recently completed my Full Category A motorcycle licence with Let's Ride Motorcycles, and I can't recommend them highly enough. A huge thank you to Richard, who was an outstanding instructor throughout the entire process. His knowledge, patience, and calm approach made every lesson enjoyable and helped build my confidence on the bike from day one. Richard has a great way of explaining things clearly and providing constructive feedback that really helps you improve without feeling overwhelmed. The training was professional, well-organised, and tailored to my individual needs. Richard genuinely cares about helping his students become safe, confident riders rather than just passing the test. His encouragement and expertise were invaluable, and thanks to his guidance I successfully achieved my Full A licence. If you're considering motorcycle training, whether you're a complete beginner or looking to upgrade your licence, I would highly recommend Let's Ride Motorcycles and especially Richard. A fantastic experience from start to finish and money very well spent. Thank you, Richard

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Ruth Scott -Farnell26 May 2026

My colleague and I completed a 2-day CBT course back in April and had a brilliant experience from start to finish. Richard was incredibly accommodating when booking the course and communication throughout was excellent. The pre-course information was especially helpful — lots of useful videos and guidance which gave us, as complete novices, a really solid foundation before we even arrived. The equipment provided was all good quality and well maintained. Our instructor, Kasia, was fantastic. She is clearly a very experienced rider and pitched the teaching perfectly for our level. She was patient, supportive, and made the whole learning experience genuinely enjoyable. The ride around town on the second day was a real highlight — we felt completely safe and confident under her instruction and supervision throughout. Honestly, I don’t know how people manage to learn everything in one day, so we were definitely glad we chose the two-day option. Would highly recommend to anyone considering doing their CBT.

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Tony Calvert24 March 2026

Just finished a successful "A" license with Richard and I was impressed. Having ridden a 125cc for a year prior to taking my Module 1 and 2, I thought I was riding ok but Richard's training highlighted areas I needed work on, which made the licence test a less stressful process. I highly recommend using Let's Ride!

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philsonhtc22 March 2026

Was super nervous on the day because I wasn't from Poole so was familiar with the roads but Richard got me through. Great instructor and nice guy.

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Liam Pugh22 February 2026

I completed my CBT with Let’s Ride yesterday, and it was a great experience. Kasia was an excellent instructor. She was very patient, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the day, which really helped build my confidence on the bike. Everything was explained clearly, and I never felt rushed or unsure about what to do next. I would definitely recommend Let’s Ride to anyone looking to complete their CBT or start their motorcycle journey.

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Contact
+441202922041www.lets-ride.co.ukThe Hamworthy Club, Magna Rd, Canford Magna, Wimborne BH21 3AP
Working hours
Monday09:00–18:00
Tuesday09:00–18:00
Wednesday09:00–18:00
Thursday09:00–18:00
Friday09:00–18:00
Saturday09:00–18:00
Sunday09:00–18:00