Archive for the ‘Training Guides’ Category

Which license?

Many aspiring motorcycle riders believe that buying a motorcycle in order to ride from A to B after passing the CBT is the way it goes, however, this is not the case. If you would like to learn to ride either a motorcycle or scooter and you’re 17 or over, you actually have three possible routes to take.

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Cornering on a motorcycle

When it comes to approaching corners on a motorcycle, most of the time you instinctively get a feel for every corner and automatically adjust your speed and approach accordingly. There are in fact lots to remember when tackling a particular bend or corner and we’ve put together a few tips on what type of corners to look out for and how to pull them off safely and with ease.

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Storing your bike away for winter

As soon as the snow makes an appearance, it’s time to consider putting your bike away for winter. Riding in winter can be very dangerous and sometimes it’s best to store your beloved motorcycle away until the roads aren’t going to be so hazardous. So, how are you going to properly store it to ensure it’ll be fit for the spring?

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The learn to ride guide

So you’ve decided you want to learn how to ride a motorcycle. What next? Are you eligible to ride a motorcycle or moped? What tests will you need to take and how do you get hold of your license? What’s a CBT? Luckily for you, we’ve answered all those questions for you…

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Practical Test Guide

After you’ve been learning to ride a motorcycle for a while and successfully passed your theory test, you’ll soon want to apply for your practical test. There are two modules you must take for your practical test, but don’t let this throw you off – the test is only there so you can prove to your examiner that you can ride a motorcycle safety and correctly as well as sufficient riding knowledge. We understand that the thought of taking a test can be quite daunting so we’ve put together a little something for those who are looking to book their test sometime soon…

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New theory test books published

New official driving and riding theory books will be published this month to help candidates revise in preparation for changes to the test in January 2012.

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Theory Test Guide

Before taking the Practical Motorcycle/Scooter Test, you must first complete and pass a theory test.

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Motorcycle Training – What is Direct Access?

If you are over 21 when you choose to ride a motorcycle you will have a decision to make. Due to your age, you will have the option of sitting either a 125cc motorcycle test or a Direct Access motorcycle test. Though they test all the same things, which test you sit will dictate the type of motorcycle you are able to ride once you pass.

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Do You Ride For A Living?

Motorcyclists are, without doubt, the most at risk group of UK road users. They account for just 1% of road traffic, but about 18% of fatal casualties. Though much is done to try and minimise the injuries and fatalities suffered by motorcyclists, they will always be at much greater risk than car drivers. (more…)

Surviving Urban Riding – Positioning

Getting yourself in the right position in the lane of the road you are travelling on is a vital skill that keeps you safe and lets you make good progress.

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