Theory test help.

Don76 · L Plate Warrior Joined: 18 Sep 2015 Karma :

Hi folks, new wannabe biker here.
I'm yet to do CBT but was advised to do theory first.

I've arranged to sit my theory test on weds. As I'm 39, I didn't have to sit this way back when I sat my car test.

I understand it's in two parts. Multiple choice and hazard perception.

I'm looking for good resources (books, websites, apps) to help me prep for the test.

Any recommendations gratefully received.

Thanks,
Don.

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petalbriefs · Traffic Copper Joined: 22 May 2014 Karma :

Hi Don,
You dont need to do a theory first, its not a requirement.
You only need to do a CBT, up until the point that you decide to do your full test.
At that point, you will need the theory test.

I used an app on my phone, that had all the test questions and would sit you a mock test.

You can buy books and cd rom type things from Amazon.

Good luck Smile

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Nexus Icon · World Chat Champion Joined: 26 Aug 2010 Karma :

As a nearly 40yr old, I guarantee you'll find the theory test the hardest part of the whole getting-on-a-bike thing.

Use the available apps, the CD roms (that are often cheap in supermarkets) and online help available but be prepared for the fact that the Hazard Perception test is actually a load of old bollocks.

Don't bother predicting hazards as you do when driving every day. You're really only looking for ones that are spoon-fed to you then click as you see it, click again as it develops and once more for luck. Don't click metronomically at the screen and don't rapidly flick away at the button (despite what your wife may prefer) because both of those will fail you.

The reason you've been advised to get it out of the way first is because it's the easiest one to fail so you might need time for another go.
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zark · Trackday Trickster Joined: 18 Dec 2013 Karma :

pics of the R3 too, please

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Don76 · L Plate Warrior Joined: 18 Sep 2015 Karma :

Thanks for quick replies everyone. I understand why she suggested theory test first as I want to get through the other parts quickly.

The app store is a minefield when it comes to apps. Really just keen to know if anyone could recommend a specific one.

Is the DSA book on passing theory test a worthwhile read?

As for the bike itself, it's a brand new stock R3 in blue. I got this plus all the gear on a pcp for £119 per month. Bike shop will trade it back in whenever I feel confident going up to a 600. Didn't feel comfortable going straight into a 600 as I'm well aware I'll be a novice for some time.

Baffler186 · World Chat Champion Joined: 31 May 2013 Karma :

I searched for Motorcycle hazard perception on Youtube, they may not be the official ones but all you need is a feel of what sort of situations will arise, and learn when to click (i.e. when is too early, when is too late, and don't over-click). The official DVDs are all well and good, but you will no doubt get loads of scenarios in the test that weren't exactly the same as on the official DVD anyway.

General rule of thumb; spot something that will make you change direction or brake, or both. Click...wait a second then click again in case you were premature the first time. Annoying thing is that there's no exact science to when they think a hazard is a hazard. For example, A lorry coming the opposite way wants to turn across your path without looking. Is it a hazard when it's approaching the junction, or only when it fails to slow down, or when it fails to stop on the giveway line, or is it only a hazard when it pulls out in front of you? That's the hard part, but 2 or 3 clicks between *possible start point* and *obvious hazard* should do the trick.
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KnuckleShot · Scooby Slapper Joined: 11 Dec 2014 Karma :

Welcome.

Just be aware that on the hazard perception part one of the clips has 2 hazards.

KnightsFall · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 14 Oct 2014 Karma :

I used this:

https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/motorcycle-theory-test-hazard/id600089803?mt=8

I believe there is an Android version as well. It is pretty good in general but I do not recall it including anything on the case study, scenario based questions. Still, they are pretty much just a different way of wording the regular questions.