Any tips for doing CBT?

[AngiBear]

Hi there,
Total newbie here who has loved motorbikes for years but never had the courage to do anything about it. Well, life is far too short and I emailed to get information on doing my CBT.

Does anyone have any tips for doing my CBT please?

I am a bit nervous now I have taken the plunge and want to get started as soon as possible.

Thank you,
AngiBear

[pinkyfloyd]

Listen to your instructor. Best advice I can give.
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[arry]

Have a good read of highway code as homework. Go prepared to listen and be open minded. Don't expect it all just to mystically sink in on the day and don't stress it if it doesn't. Be prepared to have to go back for a second bite of cherry if you don't meet required standard, and don't sweat it if that happens.

Relax. It'll all be fine.

[Howling Terror]

Do a bit of light highway code swotting.
Go to bed early.
Keep hydrated.
Keep your head up.
Have a little stretch now and again as it's common for beginners to ride tensed-up.
Accept that you will most probably make errors and don't spend time beating yourself up if you do.
If the instruction is lacking or you feel pressured then speak up. You are paying.

Wheelie out of the carpark when leaving.
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[Rogerborg]

[Alpineandy]

[Tracer1234]

Go there with the idea of going with the flow, and if it takes you more than one day, so be it. Dont go there expecting it all to click at once, as the more you get frustrated, the harder it will be.

As easy as it is to say, the best thing to do, really is, to not get frustrated and flustered. Try and enjoy the process as much as possible and relax. you have many days weeks years ahead to enjoy riding, there really is no rush. And certainly no shame in needing more than one day.

Look forward to your, "completed my CBT, time for DAS post"

Enjoy
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[chickenstrip]

[M.C]

Have a big breakfast, and (as above) a good nights sleep. I turned down a girls invitation to go out the night before mine, she was really fit as well (kinda regret that now but whatever... ).

In terms of gear they might only give you a helmet, they recommend sturdy footwear, but TBH riding in walking boots just made things more difficult (in terms of feeling the shifter etc.). If rain's forecast bring some waterproof trousers (and a suitable jacket). You should be ok this time of year without gloves (I wasn't in January ).

Apart from that don't overthink it or get disheartened. It's a lot to take in. I got shouted at for 2 hours but left with a certificate so never had to see the bloke again

[Rogerborg]

[AngiBear]

Thank you everyone for all your helpful hints and advice. I feel a bit more motivated now and the nice summery days we have been having here in Glasgow makes me want to ride even more so now!

I love seeing all the bikers in Largs and always admire their bikes.

Howling Terror - I would love to be able to do a wheelie but I think I would fall on my backside!

M.C. - I hope you got another chance with the girl in question. Us girls do love bikes and this is why I am desperate to get a bike so that a guy can ride pillion with me, any excuse for a cuddle!

[Rogerborg]

[AshWebster]

Be calm and ask if you are unsure of anything. Enjoy it.
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[hellkat]

[hellkat]

You will not be allowed to take pillions until you have passed your *big* test, anyway.
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[Rogerborg]

Oh, I see you're Local.

I can't speak to the current state of CBT training in Glasgow, but I'd suggest scoping out the various schools and seeing if you can find one with a female instructress.

I say this because I'm very prejudiced and sexist and assume that women will be better at instructing (and because the one I had for my CBT road ride was much better than the shouty menfolk on the pad).
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[AngiBear]

[AngiBear]

[Rogerborg]

Ride On should hopefully be fine. They got a workmate through his tests after an epic amount of lessons, fortunately on their all-you-can-eat plan.
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Biking is 1/20th as dangerous as horse riding.
GONE: HN125-8, LF-250B, GPz 305, GPZ 500S, Burgman 400 // RIDING: F650GS (800 twin), Royal Enfield Bullet Electra 500 AVL, Ninja 250R because racebike

[M.C]

[Alpineandy]

[Evil Hans]

[AngiBear]

[Alpineandy]

[M.C]