Motorcycle roadcraft

[Lee_367]

After passing my test my instructor advised me to go and buy the motorcycle roadcraft book, i was just wondering if anyone on here had read it, and what do you reckon to it?

One more thing, am i right in presuming this is the right book?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/011341143X/qid=1123516178/sr=8-1/ref=sr_8_xs_ap_i1_xgl/202-8046246-6443021
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[map]

That's the right book.
Always try to get the latest version as they keep updating it (I think those in the know can tell the issue by the colour of the cover).

Useful to get an insight into 'The System' used by the police. Since it first introduced in the 1920s it seems to have stood the test of time. However, you really need to put it into practice, it's a bit academic otherwise. You can start this on your own to some degree. One quick way to start is to give yourself your own running commentary of the ride, including observations, hazards, etc. Sadly the only way you know if you're doing it right (speed, observations, position, etc.) would be to have someone follow you to check.

If you're serious about advanced training I'd suggest checking out your local IAM motorcycle group or RoSPA group (although motorcycles groups aren't common in RoSPA). The RosPA gold award is the nearest a civilian can get to police standard. The RoSPA braonze is about the same as a IAM pass. With the RoSPA one you have to retake it every few years to keep it valid. Some insurers offer a little discount for RoSPA or IAM pass.

You could also have an individual training session (as was described to me, people pass the RoSPA motorcycle and then advertise themselves as trainers, that's why they're not many groups) or see about attending one of the BikeSafe courses (probably all gone for this summer though).

HTH
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[Vespa]

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[tokarev]

I have just ordered it...about 10 seconds ago.
I am always looking for ways to improve my riding skills and the reviews suggest it is a pretty handy guide.

[Vespa]

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[veeeffarr]

I haven't passed my test, done about 300 miles since passing my CBT, would this book be useful to me at the moment or should I pass my test first?

[tokarev]

[Fruit'n'nut]

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Definitely worth a read.

However, I believe it's often considered best to pass your test first.

For a start, somethings mentioned in there may get marks against you on your test.

Practice the skills you need for your test first, should be plenty to keep you going .

[Lee_367]

Thanks for the help, i think i'll order it and give it a go.
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[Vespa]

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[Gregster]

I've passed my police response driving exam the other week and we have to study roadcraft and then have to do an exam on it.
It is bit of a bore to read and there is alot to digest but it does make you understand the road dynamics and helps improve your driving sence.
Basically all you have to remember is; OBSERVATIONS!
and then comes....
Information+position+speed+gears+acceleration
You take in the information of a corner and then you get the right position, get the right speed, change to the right gear and then accelerate out of the corner, all about planning your ride.
I will say this, I was knackered every night after a days driving putting these skills into response drving.
Worth a read though

Gregster