A Duffer's Guide to Getting A Licence + Newbie Biker Links

Ste · Not Work Safe Joined: 01 Sep 2002 Karma :

Doubt you'd need a full course.

Teach yourself emergency stop, U turns, and generally riding making sure to follow the correct procedures for life safers and everything else like that.

Get yourself a copy of one of the books that explain everything that is in the test. DSA do one and I'm sure there are others.

Riskit4abizki... · L Plate Warrior Joined: 06 Jul 2009 Karma :

Very good!!

I found that really helpfull i've just joined these forums and i've been looking everywhere for the information on bike tests for when you are 17 and what the restrictions are!!

And that Suzuki GSX R 600 looks sweet! I want it! Can you get them reasonably cheap? good first bike?

Sachstasy · Borekit Bruiser Joined: 08 Jul 2009 Karma :

Hi guys, I'm 22 and I've never been on the road.. bike or car.

What would I need to do? I'd ideally like to get something around the 500 - 600cc mark.. I've ridden up to a 600 off road.. and have had many bikes before.

I'm really into off roading, supermotard etc.. Which would be the best bikes to look for?

Cheers in advance Very Happy

c_dug · Super Spammer Joined: 04 Sep 2007 Karma :

Have a look on google for your local bike training school, you are over 21 so you can do your DAS and avoid the restriction period.

Bikes wise I would look at something like a DRZ400SM or XT660, less highly strung than some of the other supermoto's out there, but they will still be a laugh without a doubt Thumbs Up

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johnnyfaro · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 11 May 2009 Karma :

Hey
Does this sticky need updating with the new tests?

I keep getting asked by people what they have to do and honestly I dont know anymore.

I know the new tests were being delayed but what do they involve?

Thanks

satelliteone · Nitrous Nuisance Joined: 08 Feb 2007 Karma :

I have just recently got back on a bike after 8 years, being a car, 7.5T and PSV driver, thought i`d use the bike to get to and fro work.

https://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c357/satelliteone/DTR125_1990/800-600.jpg

Not got a full bike licence, and regards to CBT, i dont need to do it either. so NOT every one needs to do CBT as stated in some leaflets and advice from money grabbing insructors, even some coppers have no idea either!

Refer to page 15
ins57p

www.dvla.gov.uk/media/pdf/leaflets/ins57p.pdf

Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)
Provisional licence for motorcycles
All learner riders must complete a CBT course before riding a moped or motorcycle on the road.
You do not need to complete CBT if:
• you have already got full moped entitlement as a result of passing a moped test on or after 1 December 1990; or
• you have already got a full licence for one class of motorcycle entitlement and want to upgrade to another. (For example, if you are entitled to ride light motorcycles, (category A1), you do not need to repeat CBT to get a provisional category A entitlement).
However, you will need to take a further training course on the larger machine if your full licence limits you to riding modified motorcycles and you want to ride motorcycles that haven’t been modified.

I am thinking to do my test next year, on the DTR and then when i get a pass, uprating the engine to 170cc and a bigger carb.

Thought i`d post the correct advice on CBT, buts if its is your first time on a public road on a bike, then get some training.
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Ghostbikes · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 30 Sep 2009 Karma :

Great post - I had no idea what to make of all the jargon getting throw around but you guys have done an amazing job explaining it.

I'm a complete novice, 22, but eager to learn. Now if only someone could explain to me the best way to pick through all the bikes and helmets and places to ride, insurance deals, clothing ranges etc I'd be set. Oh yeah and if they could give me about £7k as well!
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Esab · Renault 5 Driver Joined: 28 Sep 2009 Karma :

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Ghostbikes · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 30 Sep 2009 Karma :

I like how you have different styles. I have no idea which one suits me - my friends Clive and Graham might be able to advise! Maybe I could go to an event for inspiration? I don't know. It's weird when you're female because everyone thinks you're mad when you're into bikes. Or at least starting to be...

I like the whole bright colour thing though - I'm a big fan of red and having a bike with bright colours would also stop me losing it in a carpark somewhere!

Nice one anyways - thanks for the tips, I'll definitely follow them up!
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rashid · Derestricted Danger Joined: 04 Jan 2010 Karma :

Interestingly enough, here in Pakistan we dont have to get a separate bike license. If you get a driving license it permits you to ride bikes aswell Very Happy

Because 80% people (minus females) who drive can ride as well here. Twisted Evil

ronin13 · L Plate Warrior Joined: 26 Jan 2010 Karma :

I'm 22 with full car licence, had CBT for 3 years, started on 50cc moped, upgraded last year to ybr125( i ride everyday) and now I'm thinking about doing DAS, is it achievable to do the DAS without taking the ?500 course(never ridden bike bigger than 125?

obrigado · L Plate Warrior Joined: 31 Mar 2010 Karma :

Thank you. Should prove useful.
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Walloper · Super Spammer Joined: 24 Feb 2005 Karma :

https://www.dft.gov.uk/think_media/241027/241127/2010mc-routestomotorcycling.pdf

Up to date Bumph.
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93tone · Two Stroke Sniffer Joined: 24 Jan 2010 Karma :

People saying that it is most likely to drop a bike after a few months after the test is kind of scary down: . I cherish my bike (as im sure we all do) so I wont be looking forward to that day. Neutral

Kal · World Chat Champion Joined: 02 Jan 2007 Karma :

ian789 · Crazy Courier Joined: 09 Apr 2010 Karma :

If anyones looking for any info on getting into biking, RIDE magazine have a pull out!

Mudskipper · World Chat Champion Joined: 22 Aug 2006 Karma :

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Teflon-Mike · tl;dr Joined: 01 Jun 2010 Karma :

Bloke · Crazy Courier Joined: 06 Aug 2010 Karma :

May want to put this info up in the main body of the first post.

What if I have 6 points already on my provisional licence?

Don't panic. You will not lose your licence upon granting of it. However points will be transferred and then the following applies.

From https://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Motoring/LearnerAndNewDrivers/NewlyQualifiedDrivers/DG_4022566

pits · World Chat Champion Joined: 22 Apr 2008 Karma :

One thing, I am not sure if it has been added, but I did my CBT today, passed it, but to any of the kids looking for a twist and go, the two boys today failed, and it didn't surprise me.

So some advice for any 16 year olds looking to do their twist and go CBT.

First off read the highway code, it's for your benefit so you don't look like a lemon sat there, when you are asked what sign is this, and what is it telling you, or informing you off.

Take it seriously, don't sit there on the test pad holding the front brake reving your scooter, it is not your bike, and you are causing a distraction to the instructors and to the other riders, it is hard enough to hear anyway with a helmet on, don't add a two stroke into the mix aswell, no need to be reving it

Learn basic road discipline you have been in a car before, watch how a roundabout is taken, ask your parents or the driver you are out with while in a car to understand the discipline of the road, and roundabouts what lane etc.

Protective equipment, I know it has been covered, and so many arguements etc about what to wear or not to wear, it's up to you what you want to wear, but take it a bit more seriously than a T-shirt and a crappy motorcross lid which is battered to shit, I know it is your choice, but you are setting an impression to the instructor, if you can't take a helmet seriously, what are you going to take seriously, I may have looked stupid in a full race suit with a back protector and carbon fibre lid, yes a bit OTT for a 125 CBT, but I wish to wear it and it set a fairly good impression with the instructors.

Don't get pissed off if you don't pass, there is a reason, take it on the chin, use the extra training it will only help you.

carlosthejack... · World Chat Champion Joined: 16 Aug 2010 Karma :

carlosthejack... · World Chat Champion Joined: 16 Aug 2010 Karma :

Oh, and for what it's worth, I'll be having one of these ta very much...

Cbrown · L Plate Warrior Joined: 03 Oct 2010 Karma :

Hey, just been looking up things on google and was brought here.

I'm 24, 25 on the 21st of this month, have put off driving a car for years due to everyone around me constantly moaning of the price of many things, more obvious being insurance and petrol costs.
I've done well, got by, constantly worked in consutruction/demolition and new build.

The site I'm on is coming to an end and will be moving soon, I can get to places on train like Bolton, Wigan, Blackburn, but even further if I had transport... I'm looking to do my car driving test after my 25th as I have the money, but doubt I'll still look to get a car even if I pass.. I was talking to a guy at work the other day who said his lad had got a 125, to razz around on and get to work, go out with his mates and that... he said it was fair cheaper obviously in many ways, so I've been looking into it and find myself here.

So heres my question: what would I have to do to be able to ride without the L plates on a 125? I'm not sure how far I want to go in terms of bikes, my dad had a serious serious accident after riding for years and years due to a careless car driver, cracked skull broken back and both legs.. so I've not thought that far ahead, but for now would like a 125, and preferabley not always have the L plates, so after the required amount of time, what would I have to do to be able to ride without the L plates on a 125? as all I really need is a means of getting to work and a way of independent transport. If what I've read is right it would have to be the " A1 " test? which OP said was pointless? (I imagine because most of you want to go onto bigger and better bikes, not always go round on a petty learner 125 lol)