A2 Restricted Licence - Pointers Please

Scootaloo · Could Be A Chat Bot Joined: 09 Dec 2011 Karma :

Taking my A2 in a week, seeking a bit of consultation.

Just going to ride it like I did on my CBT, instructor said I was a prime example, so I guess I was doing it right.

Still, anything to look out for?

Regards, Scootaloo

dungbug · Could Be A Chat Bot Joined: 05 Feb 2012 Karma :

If your instructor is happy with what you're doing then keep doing I'd say. Wink

Best of luck with the test, ride safe. Thumbs Up

P. · Red Rocket Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Karma :

Try to not be all "I'm going to pass" as this does put immense pressure on you.

Check everything is legal on your bike.

Just remember to do a left and right shoulder check when needed and before pulling away.

Good luck Thumbs Up

Scootaloo · Could Be A Chat Bot Joined: 09 Dec 2011 Karma :

Cheers, I'm finding the crap weather conditions recently make for good practice as I'm not tempted to speed.

Papa mentioned he would venture out of the pub (for once) and take me to a few shops to have a look around at some bikes, can't bloody wait to get off this CBF Thumbs Up

P. · Red Rocket Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Karma :

Nothing wrong with the CBF.

Are you aiming for a sport bike or a decent all rounder after?

Rogerborg · nimbA Joined: 26 Oct 2010 Karma :

You've passed mod 1? Then mod 2 is a piece of pie, just ride your normal ride, plenty of shoulder checks, slow into junctions and roundabouts, sharpish out.

Try not to be too bothered about what the examiner is saying, you're better to go the wrong way safely than fluff it by trying to slavishly follow possibly confusing directions.
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Scootaloo · Could Be A Chat Bot Joined: 09 Dec 2011 Karma :

P. · Red Rocket Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Karma :

So something like a Bandit or Hornet? Cool

mickfulton · Nova Slayer Joined: 17 Jan 2011 Karma :

ooops wrong thread Sick

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Scootaloo · Could Be A Chat Bot Joined: 09 Dec 2011 Karma :

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Scootaloo · Could Be A Chat Bot Joined: 09 Dec 2011 Karma :

I don't want a Ducati now, just wanted to know what Paddy thinks of them. Yeah the CBF looks good I have not tried the lean forward riding style but I have no problem with bolt upright as it is so I think I will just stick with it.

To be honest, I think Ill just grab the best thing that comes along and go with it, CB, GSF, CBF, CBR... 250, 400, 500, 600, so on.

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Blob · Scooby Slapper Joined: 30 Jan 2011 Karma :

MIRRORS MIRRORS MIRRORS

The examiners love constant mirror checks.

As long as you make sure you bike is LEGAL, Gear is appropriate, observations and mirror checks you'll be fine.

Don't make any rash decisions, if your in the wrong lane to where the examiner wants you to go. DO NOT swerve into the othr lane in panic. You will not be penalized for taking a wrong turn, as long as it was safe and done correctly.

Will
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P. · Red Rocket Joined: 14 Feb 2008 Karma :