Training

Motorcycle Training Books from the DSA

To help more learner motorcyclists achieve their dream of riding safely on the open road, new editions of the official Driving Standards Agency (DSA) best-selling titles for motorcyclists are being published by TSO, the official publishers for DSA. It is vital that all new motorcyclists are confident that they are able to minimise the risk to themselves and other road users by having a good understanding of riding theory and road safety. One of the most significant steps for many people hopin...

CBT

Compulsory Basic Training C.B.T is a LEGAL REQUIREMENT. A CBT pass (a DL96 certificate) is required before you can ride your motorcycle, moped or scooter on public roads as a Learner. The CBT course introduces you to basic riding skills you need in order to be safe on the roads. Don't be worried if you never been on a bike before. As CBT starts from scratch the instructors assume you have little or no motorcycling experien...

DAS

OVER 21, Then a Direct Access Course may be for you. This will allow you to train and take your test on a large capacity bike. On passing your test, you can ride any motorcycle you want without waiting the 2-year restriction period. Before starting your course you should study for and pass the DSA's Motorcycle Theory Test. (Bring the paperwork with you.) ...

The New Motorcycle Test Procedures

Part of the 2nd European Driving Licence Directive By Martin Curran Kickstart Rider Training, Merseyside I was at Cardington on another matter, and as this is the only place where they have the new motorcycle test layout, I thought this would be a chance to have a look. The staff couldn't have been more helpful. They seemed genuinely pleased that someone was showing an interest an...

First Bike on Scene

A 1 day course by Lancashire Ambulance Service The Fist Bike on Scene course (FBoS) was designed by Lancashire Ambulance Service NHS Trust (LAS) in response to enquiries from motorcycle rider groups/organisations who did not feel that traditional first aid courses addressed the specific issues encountered at the scene of a road traffic accident (RTA). It was written by a State Registered Paramedic and biker with the rational of …&...

2nd European Driving Licence Directive

New Motorcycle Licencing Laws2nd European Driving Licence Directive By Mike Forrester motorcycle.co.uk and Nigel Osborne Channel Rider TrainingThe 2nd and 3rd European Driving Licence Directives will directly affect all of us: If you are about to get a Motorcycle Licence (any level) it is about to get harder. If you are a Trainer - we feel for you.Background The European Commission has committees. They issue 'Directives' 'Directives' must be implemented in the law of ...

3rd European Driving Licence Directive

New Motorcycle Licencing LawsThe 3rd European Driving Licence Directive By Mike Forrester, motorcycle.co.uk and Nigel Osborne Channel Rider TrainingThis Directive had been bounced around a bit because the Council of Ministers 'could not reach agreement'. On 27th March 2006, it was adopted as a 'second reading deal'. It was to be adopted without further changes.We have received some waffle about 'an important step in combatting fraud' (Eh !) 'intended to increase motorcycle safety' (Yeah, ye...

3rd Driving Licence Directive Passed

3rd Driving Licence Directive Passed by EU CommissionOn 14th December 2006, the EU Parliament voted in favour of the 3rd Driving Licence Directive.There may be some flexibility in how the UK implements its requirements, and clarification is still being sought on some of the comments in their Press Release. But, its a done deal.From 2013, the Directive requires:For all drivers (car, lorry, motorcycle, ....): retest every 10 years possible compulsory medicalsFor motorcyclists: ...

How To Pass The Motorcycle Test

Everyone who starts their motorcycle test will pass until they make a fault. The examiner is looking for the same standard of riding as your instructor, so there is no requirement to make it an @extra special@ ride. It is worth bearing in mind though that you will not be able to take your bike test unless you have all your documents, the motorcycle is taxed, roadworthy and fitted with L-plates, that you pass the eyesight check and that the wea...

UK Motorcycle Licence Categories

UK Motorcycle Licences Provisional Licences Full Licences Motorcycle Training The Theory Test Licence / Test Groups Sidecars / Disabilities Pillion LawThe LawUK Motorcycle LicencesThe law on Motorcycle testing and licensing changed in January 1997, introducing new classes of tests and licence categories.@ It was changed again in February 2001.@ It may change again with the 3rd European Driving Licence Directive, due in 2011. Briefly the rules are currently (2009) : -@@Provisional Lic...

UK Motorcycle Licence Categories again

The Motorcycle Theory Test If you wish to gain a full licence in any of the motorcycle or moped categories you must pass a motorcycle theory test before taking the practical test. This must be done regardless if you hold a full car licence or just a provisional licence. To book your own theory test please call 0870 010 1372 or visit the Driving Standards Agencies web site at http://www.dsa.gov.uk/.CBT @ the Motorcycle Test For the CBT the duration of the course and the standard achieved is ...

Motorcycle Test Questions

The Examiner will ask two of the ten following combinations at the start of your motorcycle testCombination 1 ·@@@@@@@@ Identify where you would check the engine oil level and tell me how you would check that the engine has sufficient oil. Identify where to check level, ie dipstick or sight glass. Explain that level should be between max and min marks. For dipstick remove dipstick and wipe clean, return and remove again to check oil level against max/min marks. For sight glass,...