couple of practical test questions

INFERNO E100 · Banned Joined: 19 Jun 2005 Karma :

got me test in chingford soon can you help me out a bit

how longs the test and what does it involve

how wide is the road when doing a u turn, and how quick should i stop when doing an emergency stop

ive been riding my 125 for 2 and a bit years, on my second cbt because i didnt realise id been riding so long DOH

Sheepy1209 · Nova Slayer Joined: 13 Jun 2005 Karma :

Haven't done it myself yet, but I've been told:

35 minutes end-to-end (10 mile ride approx where I live)

U-turn could be on any width road - you have to walk the bike round first to show that a U-turn is possible with your particular bike (and that you're safe pushing the bike).

Emergency stop - I've been told quick reactions are important, but a smooth controlled stop using both brakes is what's important - try to stop too sharply and you'll lock up.

But as I say - I haven't done my test yet!

Sheepy1209 · Nova Slayer Joined: 13 Jun 2005 Karma :

Haven't done it myself yet, but I've been told:

35 minutes end-to-end (10 mile ride approx where I live)

U-turn could be on any width road - you have to walk the bike round first to show that a U-turn is possible with your particular bike (and that you're safe pushing the bike).

Emergency stop - I've been told quick reactions are important, but a smooth controlled stop using both brakes is what's important - try to stop too sharply and you'll lock up.

But as I say - I haven't done my test yet!

ginguar · Traffic Copper Joined: 19 Feb 2005 Karma :

This site may be quite helpful https://www.begin-motorcycling.co.uk/tests.htm#practical

Alex J · Derestricted Danger Joined: 25 Jan 2005 Karma :

I done my test in chingford a while back the roads the road i used was just round the back of chingford hatch, to be honest the road was massive i could have turned my car round in it!

If you get the examiner with ginger hair who follows you in your car your onto a winner!

Word of advice, when he sends you off to do your emergency stop he will send you round the block, it may be worth you trying one while your out of sight, calms you down abit (settled my nerves anyway), before you do it properly for the examiner!

If you are doing your test with CMST at Edmenton say hi to Roger, Pete, Paul etc!

Alex