RESTRICTED
LICENCE (CBTA-6R)
GETTING YOUR RESTRICTED LICENCE
Your restricted motorcycle licence is the next milestone on your riding pathway. After gaining your learner licence and feeling prepared, you can book your CBTA 6R assessment ride — there is no requirement to wait six months.
During the CBTA 6R assessment, you will show that you have the practical skills to ride with greater independence and confidence in real-world traffic.
You will need to be at least 16½ years old to complete your 6R assessment. If using your own bike - the test must be taken on a LAMS approved bike.
WHEN & WHERE
We currently offer the Restricted Assessment in three easy to reach locations in Tauranga:
VTNZ - Off Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui
Bayride Motorcycles - Tauriko, Tauranga
BP Connect - Bethlehem, Tauranga
SUNDAY - VTNZ
Restricted Assessment and Training Sessions are available from 9am every Sunday.
WEDNESDAY - BAYRIDE
Restricted Assessment and Training Sessions are available from 9am every Wednesday.
Tuesdays & Thursday - BP Bethlehem
Restricted Assessment and Training Sessions are available from 9am every Tuesday & Thursday.
OUR COURSES
CBTA RESTRICTED LICENCE ASSESSMENT (6R)
Restricted Assessment Only
A 1-Hour on-road assessment using Bluetooth communication.
You will be assessed on the core riding competencies required for your Restricted Licence
(See our FAQs for more information)
• LAMS-approved motorcycle required
• Hire bike available
• Available at three locations
COURSE DURATION:
1 hour 15 minutes
TEST TIME:
1 hour with 15 minute debrief
COST:
$175.00
BIKE HIRE (if required):
$50.00
TRAINING AND CBTA RESTRICTED LICENCE ASSESSMENT (6R)
1 Hour Training Session + Restricted Assessment
Give yourself the best chance of success.
Our 1-hour training session covers the key riding skills and assessment criteria before you complete your Restricted Assessment.
(See our FAQs for more information)
• LAMS-approved motorcycle required
• Hire bike available
• Available at three locations
COURSE DURATION:
2 hour 15 minutes
TEST TIME:
1 hour with 15 minute debrief
TRAINING TIME:
1 hour
COST:
$345.00
BIKE HIRE (if required):
$50.00
The CBTA Restricted Licence assessment checks that you can ride safely and confidently while following the key road rules and core riding skills needed for everyday traffic. During the test, an approved instructor will follow you on the road and assess your ability to:
Maintain safe speeds and smooth control
Use correct lane positioning and road placement
Navigate intersections, roundabouts, and turns
Choose safe gaps and make good decisions
Keep proper following distances
Use mirrors, head checks, and observations effectively
Indicate and signal correctly
You will complete the route on real roads, with instructions given through a Bluetooth headset. The goal is to show that you have the skills to handle common traffic situations and ride responsibly.
Passing the CBTA Restricted Licence test allows you to take six months off the standard licencing journey.