Book motorcycle CBT training in Tenby, Pembrokeshire

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

West Wales Motorcycle Training Tenby

Templeton Airfield, Off the A4115, Templeton, SA67 8DA

Approx. distance: 7.7 miles

Roadskill Training Llanelli

Cillefwr Road West, Johnstown, Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire, SA31 3RB

Approx. distance: 19.9 miles

JKs Motorcycle Training Swansea

Phoenix Way, Swansea, West Glamorgan, SA4 9HN

Approx. distance: 29.4 miles

SMART Training Ltd Swansea

Unit 1, Port Tennant, Swansea, SA1 8DB

Approx. distance: 34.6 miles

Ammanford Motorcycle Training

Tabernacle Rd, Ammanford, Carmarthenshire, SA18 2YB

Approx. distance: 34.6 miles

Motorcycle Training Wales Swansea

Edwards Works, Neath, Swansea, West Glamorgan, SA10 6JY

Approx. distance: 37.1 miles

Bridgend Motorcycle Training Centre

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

Approx. distance: 52 miles

Celtic Rider Training Aberdare

325-326 Cardiff Road, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 6UU

Approx. distance: 54.7 miles

Vale Moto Training Vale of Glamorgan

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

Approx. distance: 54.9 miles

Chris Bike Training Aberdare

Abercwmboi RFC, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 6AX

Approx. distance: 55.1 miles

CBT training and testing underway in Tenby

Find motorcycle CBT training in Tenby, Pembrokeshire

If you are looking for motorcycle CBT training in Tenby then you have come to the right place. We have all the information here for you to find suitable CBT training and testing close to you or in the surrounding areas of Pembroke, Narberth and Pembroke Dock. 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 motorcycle CBT training in Tenby 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 Tenby here

Getting a DL196 certificate in Tenby, Pembrokeshire

The instructors will evaluate your skills and progress in a one day course, or over a few days if necessary and once you have completed the training to their satisfaction, you can then receive your pass certificate or DL196. When it comes to CBT training in Tenby, we have a wide range of different companies that are perfect for you listed at the top of this page, please take a good look to find the most appropriate one for you.

Will I be on my own during a CBT?

Normally during a CBT test in Tenby there will be other riders with you, you will all take part in classroom and off-road sections together as well as practical sections. Taking the test in a group is a great way to calm your nerves. The majority of motorcycle training schools will also supply motorcycles for hire during your CBT test in Tenby so you do not need to bring one with you. Sometimes the price of your CBT includes the hire of a motorcycle and sometimes it doesn't, so we always advise that you check this before booking. Here at Book CBT Now we will provide you with the information for all of your local CBT companies and you can then decide which company you wish to use.