Book a motorcycle CBT test in Barry, South Glamorgan

Click on any of the motorcycle training schools below to view more information and check availability.

Cardiff Motorcycle School

Cardiff Motorcycle School, Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF11 8AQ

Approx. distance: 5.9 miles

Vale Moto Training Vale of Glamorgan

The Old Main Runway, Sigingstone, Cowbridge, Vale of Glamorgan, CF71 7LP

Approx. distance: 9.3 miles

Bridgend Motorcycle Training Centre

Horsefair Road, Waterton Industrial Estate, Bridgend, CF31 3YN

Approx. distance: 12.7 miles

Rider Training Wales Caerphilly

Bedwas Rugby Club, The Bridgefield, Bedwas Road, Caerphilly, Caerphilly County Borough, CF83 8DZ

Approx. distance: 13.6 miles

Motorcycle Training Wales Cardiff

Riverside Building, CF371BW

Approx. distance: 13.7 miles

Avalon Motorcycle Training Weston Super Mare

BASC Sportsground, Stoddens Road, Burnham-on-Sea, Somerset, TA8 2BS

Approx. distance: 16.7 miles

B Bikers Ltd Newport

New House, Corporation Road,, Newport NP19 4RD, Wales, NP19 4RD

Approx. distance: 17.8 miles

United Motorcycle Advanced Training Ltd Newport

CMC, Queensway Meadow Industrial Estate, Newport, NP19 4SP

Approx. distance: 18.8 miles

Biketrain Wales Cwmbran

Road Safety Resource Centre, Cwmbran, Torfaen, NP44 2JJ

Approx. distance: 21.3 miles

Chris Bike Training Aberdare

Abercwmboi RFC, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 6AX

Approx. distance: 21.3 miles

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Locate a motorcycle CBT test in Barry, South Glamorgan

Have you been searching for a company that can help you complete a motorcycle CBT test in Barry or nearby in Penarth, Cardiff and CowbridgeBookCBTNow is the website you need. We can help you find your  local motorbike training centres and help you get out on the road safely.Completing your 'Compulsory Basic Training' CBT test will allow you to ride any scooter, moped, electric motorbike, 50cc moped or 125cc motorbike of your choice. All you'll need to do is get a provisional UK license, suitable clothing and then book your CBT.

If I a motorcycle CBT test in Barry what would I be doing?

A CBT test consists of 5 elements labelled A to E. You will do these 5 elements in order throughout the day.

The DVSA have produced an excellent short video showing you the elements of a CBT. Here is the video and below it is the description of each of the elements.

Element A comprises of talk about clothing, safety helmet and equipment. This is also when your licence and eyesight will be checked and the aims of the course outlined. Make sure to bring your glasses or contact lenses if you wear them as you will need to read a registration plate at a distance of 20 metres. You will also learn:

  • Understanding the legal requirement to riding
  • Reinforcing your understanding of the Highway Code to a good level
  • Objectives of completing the CBT test
  • Understanding the importance of using good motorcycle equipment and clothing

Element B introduces you to the machine and its controls and includes:

  • Using the motorcycle stands to safely park your bike
  • Familiarity with the different motorcycle or scooter controls
  • Wheel the bike round to the left and right
  • Starting and stopping the engine
  • Carrying out basic maintenance checks

Element C is the main part of the course and takes place on an approved training site (CBT pad). This is when you will learn to:

  • Pull away, stop, start and change gears (where applicable)
  • Ride in a straight line
  • Ride in a slow and controlled manner
  • Change gears
  • Use both brakes
  • Ride a figure of eight
  • Carry out left, right and U-turns
  • Carry out emergency braking
  • Ride round bends safely
  • Carry out rear observation

Element D is a return to the class room prior to going out on the road. You will get a full briefing explaining:

  • The use of speed, road positioning, safe driving distances
  • The importance of the Highway Code
  • Your visibility on the road
  • Using rear observation
  • Riding at the correct speeds, road positioning and distance between other vehicles according to traffic and road conditions.
  • Learning to anticipate danger and riding defensively
  • Care will also be given in explaining about the radios and how not to get lost on the road

Element E is where you put all the above into practise by riding on the road. You will go out on the road with an instructor two at a time with a radio link. You must do at least two hours of road tuition, which must include doing a U-turn and emergency stop. At the outset the instructor will give plenty of guidance and help, but towards the end of the time on the road the instructor will be looking to see if you can get safely from one place to another without hurting yourself or anybody else.


You can book your CBT test in Barry here

Is a CBT certificate valid for 2 years?

Once you have completed your CBT training in Barry your certificate will be valid for 2 years. If you carry on with your training and take a full motorcycle test then you will no longer need to renew your CBT. If you dont then you will need to retake your CBT every 2 years. This re-take is called an experienced CBT and some motorcycle training schools will list this as a separate course with different pricing. So if you are booking a CBT for the first time then make sure you book the right one.

How long does a CBT Test Take?

A CBT test can normally be completed in a day, but may take longer if you need more time to master the control of the motorcycle or moped. Knowing how to ride a bicycle will really help, so if you have not ridden one for a while it's a good thing to do before you take your CBT.

If you do not complete your CBT to the instructors satisfaction then you will be asked to come back on another day for additional training. If this happens do not be alarmed or upset, some people take longer to master control of a two wheeled vehicle than others, but we all get there in the end. The most important thing to remember is its for your safety. Your instructor will be thinking of your safety if they ask you to come back for additional training.