At Shires, we turn first-turn jitters into mile-eating confidence. With training sites in Nottingham and Derby, our DVSA-approved instructors blend down-to-earth coaching with solid roadcraft, guiding you from CBT to full licence and onward to advanced skills.
Whether you want weekend freedom or a smoother daily commute, you will train on modern bikes in a friendly, safety-first environment.
Learn techniques that last long after the test and ride away ready for whatever the open road brings.
Loved by hundreds of customers every year.
Read our incredible Google Reviews and Testimonials from previous customers to see why we offer the best motorcycle training in the East Midlands.
Learning to ride a motorbike should be exciting, not confusing. At Shires, we keep things simple, structured and focused on getting you safely through your test – and beyond. Here’s why so many riders across Derbyshire choose us:
✅ Intensive Training & Test Packages
We don’t string things out with endless weekly lessons and no test date in sight. Our courses are designed in blocks, with your training and test planned together from the start. That means clear goals, steady progress, and a proper sense of achievement as you move forward.
✅ Modern Bikes & Great Facilities
From beginner-friendly 125s to full-size 650s, our fleet is always up to date, well maintained and ready for you. You’ll train on large, purpose-built ranges away from traffic, with heated classrooms and free tea and coffee to keep you going.
✅ Friendly, Qualified Instructors
All our trainers are DVSA-approved (many with advanced riding qualifications too). They’re not just here to get you through a test – they want you to enjoy riding and stay safe for life.
✅ Straightforward Pricing
No hidden extras. Fuel, insurance and safety kit are included when you hire a bike. We’ll also give you the option of a low-cost damage waiver so you can relax and focus on learning.
✅ Proven Results
Our pass rates are consistently higher than the national average, and we’ve got hundreds of 5-star reviews from happy riders to back it up.
Excellent instructors and guidance all the way through from CBT to DAS mod 1 and 2. Very thorough and easy to understand lessons from start to finish even for somebody who had never ridden before.
— Shaun Elms
Had a great day doing my CBT a week ago with Colin at West Bridgford. I was returning to biking after 40 years! Colin put me at ease and it didn't take long for it to come back to me and for the wobbles to go away.
— Phil Gregg
The CBT training was brilliant, put at ease and given the building blocks as foundations for the rest of the training. Throughout Theory Test, Mod1 and Mod2 the people at Shires were fantastic.
— Simon Reeve
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