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Mark alwin
August 29, 2025.
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I have had the best experience from training to mod 1 and mod 2 tests. Steve got me through it all with first time passes. I can highly recommend All bikes training. Steve is a great instructor with patience and he is dedicated to each individual to getting you over the line for your bike licence. Can’t thank him enough.
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Ian Cowell
August 21, 2025.
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What can I say fantastic for start to finish. Yes steve can be firm but for our only good. He doesn't teach you to pass he teaches to ride properly and that starts from the cbt. If you listen to him like I did you will pass with I minor which was my fault of switching off for a moment on the mod 1. But when you pass mod 2 and the instructor said he really enjoyed the ride out with no faults well I can't thank steve enough. Steve is very thorough and loves seeing people move forward in riding i can't recommend him enough. Thank you steve and Louis for all your help
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Sam Price
August 8, 2025.
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Done my CBT today with Steve, honestly what a great guy, genuine passion for bikes, really easy to get along with and make you feel comfortable plus a fantastic sense of humour which made the day much more enjoyable! His training is spot on cant wait to carry it on now for my DAS. The whole booking process through Louise was really easy and all information regarding the booking with additional helpful info was sent to me straight after our phone call. 100% would recommend All Bikes to anyone wanting to ride on the road. Support your local small business and get treated like a human and not just a number!
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Jodie Gardner
July 26, 2025.
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Brilliant experience 5*
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Joseph Whan
July 8, 2025.
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Just finished my Mod 1 and Mod 2 today with Steve and Louise and can't recommend them enough! Steve is a knowledgeable instructor with great people skills, something that a few other instructors in the area don't seem to have nailed which I found really important when learning something new and spending a lot of time together. Louise is handy on the phone and really helpful at sorting everything out and making it nice and easy schedule wise (and also does really good honey!) Given how I went from not having ridden a bike to passing my mod 2 in a such a short time frame, I can't recommend them enough.
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David Snook
July 6, 2025.
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I've just turned 60 and decided, for whatever reason, I wanted to own and learn to ride amotorbike. So, I began the process of getting my licence. I passed my CBT with another company in Colchester but thought, when it came to doing my DAS, I wanted to properly learn to ride a bike first, rather than just rushing to take my mod 1 and 2. So, I looked around to see what options I had. Once I contacted Allbikes and spoke to Steve on the phone, I knew his approach would be best for me. I could tell Steve genuinely cared about me being safe and and wasn't interested in just taking my money. I had 2 or 3 more lessons and then felt, with Steve's feedback, I was ready to book my DAS. A few weeks later, I passed my mod 2 first time. Steve's approach is direct, honest but full of humour and very quickly you understand its because his sole priority is keeping you safe and showing you how to ride a motorcycle. I really enjoyed every minute of it and, with his wife Louise, Allbikes is a true family business and I would recommend them to anyone who wants to "learn" to ride.
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Natasha Smart
June 19, 2025.
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Having had my CBT training, gear training and a botched Mod 1 “training” with other companies in town , I was at my wits end. I’d lost all confidence in being able to ride a motorbike. I am only doing it for fun and to achieve a childhood dream and literally felt like I couldn’t do it. I contacted Steve and he rang me back very quickly. My first lesson with Steve I was so nervous, he could tell it immediately. We chatted for some minutes, he totally put me at ease and by the end of 2 hours I’d learned more from Steve than any of the other “Instructors” I’d used. I think he was slightly surprised by the huge hug he got at the end!! Now at the end of 4 hours I’m back to enjoying riding more than ever and my confidence is back up, my riding is better and I’m back to loving being on a bike!!! I didn’t want my lesson to end today! Now we’re moving on to the next chapter in my training! Would highly highly recommend…don’t waste your time or money anywhere else!! Thanks Steve!!!!
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Ash Hofton
June 12, 2025.
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I had a fantastic experience training with Steve and Louise. Steve has a wicked sense of humour and a real talent for making you a safer, more confident rider. He tells you exactly what you need to hear, which is exactly what you want in a great instructor. I passed my CBT in October, which was my only experience on a bike. I came to Steve in February to start my DAS, and he rightly had me on a 125 to begin with. After just three hours of lessons, I was on the big bike and went on to pass both Mod 1 and Mod 2 first time with only two minors in total. Massive thanks to Steve and Louise for getting me started on my biking journey. Highly recommend!
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michael scott
June 9, 2025.
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Thank you so much to steve and Louis at allbikes training . The experience has been made so enjoyable with steve .he explained all the steps to becoming a full motorbike licence rider . I passed my test this morning. Would highly recommend allbikes training..once again thank you steve and Louis. Regards mick
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charlotte kemp
June 9, 2025.
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i came to all bikes for my CBT , i spent the day with steve , first time i’ve ever been on a bike was nervous to start with that soon changed within 10 minutes of talking to Steve not only did Steve have the patience and the knowledge he also made the day memorable made me laugh on numerous occasions and taught me everything I need to know to feel safe and comfortable . I would highly recommend all bikes . I hope to see Steve again in the future if I progress to a bigger bike Thank you so much !

Matt Chatters

Never rode a geared bike. Just a automatic 125 moped. With the brilliant tuition from Steve. I have passed my full bike test. If you are looking to get your licence. Look no further than All bikes. I can’t thank and praise Steve enough. A great instructor. With loads of patience. A family run business that has the riders best interests at heart. Thanks again Steve.

Mark Charad

A really good course. Even though I have been riding my scooter for 3 years pre course I picked up lots of helpful information about how to brake correctly using both front and back brakes and how to position yourself in the road correctly. Instructors were very friendly and answered all your questions. Thanks, and see you again in a couple of years!

Scott McIntyre

I passed my mod 1 & 2 first time with no issues dye to the excellent training and knowledge gained from the super trainer I had, thanks Steve. I recommend if you want to not only pass but to gain a lot more book up here, now :D.

Chris Fox

Steve is friendly, approachable and patient with his students. I was a nervous 39-year-old man who had previously passed (barely) a CBT on 2 previous occasions with 2 previous local schools (no names mentioned).During those courses I felt that the instructors were treating each student as a “quick meal ticket” and I got no real sense of security or safety on the bikes I rode.Steve is different…. he builds you up slowly, ensuring that you are comfortable on the lower powered machines before gradually progressing you onto the higher-powered ones only when you’re ready.As a result, I have not only just passed my MOD 1 and MOD 2 courses, but I now feel happy and in control of the bikes I sit on, rather than the bikes being in control of me.Steve’s role in this change was fundamental, and I thank him very much for what we achieved. As an added bonus Steve’s DAS course prices are very good and include the cost of your tests themselves (which is fairly unusual).Most importantly Steve never gives you the impression he is “watching the clock” and you don’t feel like you are being treated as “just another punter”.Fundamentally, I have been very impressed with Steve and All Bikes Motorcycle Training, and I would whole heartedly recommend them to anyone else I knew was looking to get professional and competent Motorcycle training in the future. Thank you, Steve, for putting another happy biker on the road.

Nick Tribe

You won’t find a better instructor than Steve…so don’t try…just go with it. #coolcalmknowledgablesteve

Brandon Ingham

Steve is an excellent instructor, would highly recommend him to all of my friends!!!!

Si Curtis

Great instructor, fully prepared for the test and the road. Cheers for everything

Pete Gartland

The patience of a saint! Steve got me from being a non-rider- I had never even sat on a bike before- to riding on the road by the afternoon. A great instructor! My full bike course will be with Steve and the team at all bikes!

Alex ‘Shep’ Sheppard

Can’t thank Steve enough for his excellent instruction!I’ve gone through my CBT and Direct Access Scheme with Steve and his teachings have been amazing.So thrilled to have picked up my pass today!If you’re looking for a great instructor, look no further!

Caroline Shotton

Not so long ago I’d never ridden a bike before, and it hadn’t crossed my mind that I even wanted to. Then a conversation with a friend last year resulted in the seeds of an idea being planted – to buy motorbikes and ride from Canada to South America in as long as it takes. In order to do so though I needed to pass my bike test.As fortune would have it, I was lucky enough to find Steve who has been nothing short of amazing in getting me through my DAS. He didn’t just promise me I’d pass in a few days and take my money; he spent time building my confidence and teaching me how to ride a bike – and for less money than I’d have paid anywhere else.I couldn’t have hoped to find a better instructor. He put me at my ease, moving from doing my CBT on a little 50cc bike right through to passing my Mod 2 yesterday on an ER650 with a specially lowered seat. I can honestly say that while I started with the mindset that I ‘just have to get my licence’ I’m now well and truly hooked. I find myself sitting in my car now wishing I was on two wheels.If you’re thinking about getting your bike licence then give Steve a call, you won’t regret it. I can’t thank him enough. Doing my DAS with him was easily one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.