There is an ongoing review of the ‘new’ two part Motorcycle Test after many reported complaints and problems since it was first introduced.
The DSA have announced that with effect from the 16th of May 2011 some minor changes will be implemented, whilst the main review is still taking place.
1st Class Rider Training-Cardiff feel that these changes are sensible and relevant and bring the Mod 1 test more naturally in line with the Module 2 test.
The main changes are that all the slow maneuvering exercises will be done en bloc before the higher speed, ‘speed recorded’ exercises. Also that candidates will be given an opportunity, during the test to have a familiarisation ride around the bend in the site to get their bearings prior to the actually tested high speed exercises. This should alleviate any claim that the candidates wasn’t clear about the route to be taken through the cones.
The order for the ‘speed’ exercises has been changed in that the candidate will be asked to perform the Emergency Stop, before attempting the ‘Turn & Swerve’ Avoidance exercise.
We feel a major common sense change has been made for the speed recording in that now there will be a tolerance allowing the candidate to still pass the test even if the speed is up to 2kph below the required 50kph (32mph approx).
This is a good move, as in the past we have had excellent riders, well able to control the bike at slow speed and out on the road, but because the only recorded a speed of 49kph (less than half a mile an hour too slow) they have failed the test.
Failing to get up to 50kph was recorded as a serious fault and constituted a failure. From May a speed of 48 or 49kph will be recored as a minor fault and a pass. Any less than 48kph will still be seen as a serious fault – as is the case now.
These changes should put a more natural flow to the test and 1st Class Rider Training-Cardiff welcomes the changes. If you are looking for Motorcycle Training in Cardiff of for Motorcycle Training in Newport,or Motorcycle Training in Swansea then give 1st Class Rider Training a call and we will be happy to talk you through the changes and your training options.
For full details of the test changes and to read the DSA press release on the subject, visit the DSA website, or Direct Gov.Co.uk
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