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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 !

James West

Passed DAS What can u say Steve is A**** he got me through my bike test with just 4days of riding. I lacked confidence to begin with, but Steve changed that the more he thought me the more I ride the more confident I become. I would recommend Steve to anyone out there!!

Ian Williamson

He may have 1960’s sideburns but don’t let that put you off!! LOL Steve is simply one of, if not the, best DAS instructor in the region, and I do not hesitate in recommending him to anyone wanting to learn how to ride and pass their relevant test quickly. Primarily Steve teaches you to be confident – and that in my view is 80% of the hurdle covered. While a polite roasting for “messing up” is occasionally severed – clear direction, explanation and the odd joke keeps you focused and relaxed (if not groaning at the bad punchlines!! LOL) Quite simply – if you want to learn how to ride, want to pass quickly, and want value for money -Steve’s your man. Oh, and like me, you may end up considering him a good friend!

Ian McDowell

I had a 2-hour lesson with Steve after 15 years away from biking. Excellent relaxed style made me feel at ease quickly. Able to collect my Honda VTR Firestorm next day and ride with confidence. Great instructor and highly recommended.

Lewis Clark

Absolutely brilliant instructor, makes you feel comfortable from the get-go, was well nervous to begin with but as the day went on, I became very confidant. Been too many CBT instructors round Colchester and Clacton, I would pick Stephen 100x over any bike instructor. If you are looking into doing any bike test this is your guy right here.

Paul Tovell

If you want to learn to ride and enjoy the experience as well as pass your test, then Steve and the team are the best. Tried two different companies before All Bikes and progressed and gained confidence in a short time as soon as Steve started to teach me. His training is much better than his jokes, so you know it’s got to be good

Pammy Walford

I thoroughly recommend Steve as an instructor…. Having never ridden a geared bike before, I passed after 5 days training this week! Loved the training and can’t wait to go bike shopping! Thanks again.

Mark Stevens

BIG Thanks to Steve! past my test today and it have been a real pleasure doing my training with him.Thanks, mate all the best.

Mark Stephens

Fantastic family run company!Had my doubts about passing but training with Steve I passed my MOD1 and MOD2 first time in 4 days with ease!Great instructor well recommended!only problem was his cr*p jokes

Ray Wilson

Steve has been so patient with me and really worked to help me through my tests. Passed first time MOD 1 and 2. A real sense of achievement. Riding around Ipswich and the test routes really helped me for the MOD 2. I have already recommended Steve to 2 other people who want to train. BTW, I now have a new YBR 125 for sale!!

Tim Clifton

Thanks Steve. I had great fun and felt confident on the bike (minor concentration lapses aside). I’ll be recommending All Bikes to any who wants to train up.