isle of wight instructors

[ardly_a_davidson]

hi all

I was wondering if it was possible if you can share your experiences, with IOW instructors,

not sure if it helps, i last rode in 92, where i failed my test (kicking out at a rabid jack russle on my u turn didnt do me any favours)
then my cat A expired, kids came along, so 2 wheel dreams became 4 wheel reality, but now they are older i am hoping to get back in the saddle

type of course i plan to do, depends mainly on how much my car goes for on ebay, but aiming for DAS, wont rule out the restricted though, as i cant see the wife allowing me to take the kids out on anything bigger than a hairdryer for a long while

do different instructors suit different courses? if not, just any expereinces good or bad would be appreciated

thanks

[ISLAND GIRL]

I went with Steve Hurt and his blokes from Motag. They are older and have lots of experience and will answer all questions and queries. They actually train you not just take you out for rides, one of the guys is also a driving instructor too. Their standards are high and they are known by the examiner for their professionalism, they have a high success rate too. They can take you on restricted or DAS scheme.
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[Absolute_Kwackers]

Steve Hurts done my CBT etc but i done my test with John at Ryde Right, and he was class gave your and taught you everything you need to know, had 2 lessons which were basically to get used to there weird and wonderful chopper style bikes lol which i hated done my test on it and passed!

very patient aswell, as we had someone who tbh could not ride a bike to save there life no matter how hard they tried and how many lessons it was not meant to be for him!

[ardly_a_davidson]

thanks for the responses

ok so im sorted for the CBT, guess ill see how i get on with them at motag before looking at the next stage

[Ian (GPX)]

Steve should see you ok ... I work for the same company (MOTAG), but in London (SE).

[Robbo_]

I thoroughly recommend John at Ryderight. Has tests pre-booked so you call him, pay and your done!

[Tom C RX50]

Yeah John is a good mate of mine, Great guy, great rider and sure knows what hes on about when it comes to teaching. He will sort you out with anything. Top bloke
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[STUMPIES RR]

Hi
Just read your posting and i went with mark at next bend(look his number/details up at church street motorcycles)Would totally recommened him and whats best is it was pretty much 1 to 1 training,good luck with who ever you choose!!!!

[vfr_iow]

john at ryde right, highest pass rate on the island and does a guarenteed pass price on lessons
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[Bullet]

i went to john at ryde right aswell, top chap. obviously i wouldnt know if hes better or worse than the other guys having only needed one instructor! but id recomend him very patiant chap and went above and beyond to make sure i not only learnt to pass but more importantly learnt to ride aswell
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[daveiw]

Can't go wrong with Steve Hurt (motag) - damn good instructors..... not sure how you can say ryde right has highest pass rate though 95% comparred to steve's 100% (on das that is) but to be fair i've not heard any bad things about any of them - apart from mark likes the burger van too much, lol! (but he's still very good!)
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[ISLAND GIRL]

Yes, I too have been informed that Steve Hurt and his crew (motag) have the highest pass rate, they been doing it longer for a start and have to do regular exams their selves, TBH I not heard good things about Ryde Right from several people, heard he takes more than 2 learners out on his own for a start and apparently its not allowed Motag have had a few transfer over from Ryde Right as they felt they were not being fully instructed. Its down to the individual I guess, its how you feel you are progressing at the end of the day.
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Live on the Isle of Wight and ride a CBR600F