What is IBT?
InitiaI Basic Training (IBT) is a training course that teaches basic riding skills to learner motorcyclists. In its basic form, IBT is a 16-hour course broken into 4 modules focusing on theory and practical skills, to be taken in sequence.
When you have completed each IBT Module on your IBT course, your instructor will record the details of your training in your logbook and, once all modules have been completed, issue you with a Certificate of Satisfactory Completion.
You must keep your Certificate with your learner’s permit and carry it with you whenever you are riding on the public road or in a public place, as you may be asked to produce it by a Garda.
You can then apply for your practical driving test.
Carrying passengers
You must not carry a passenger if you hold a learner permit as this is illegal. If you wish to carry a passenger, make sure your full licence and your insurance policy allows you to do so. The rider must make certain the passenger is wearing a properly fitted crash helmet. The rider should make certain the passenger wears appropriate PPE (Personal Protection Equipment, that is, motorcycle jacket, trousers, gloves and boots – all properly fitting). A rider must not carry more than one pillion passenger, who must sit on a proper seat. They must face forward and be capable of resting both both feet on the footrests. Riders must not carry a pillion passenger unless their motorcycle is designed to do so.