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phatmanace said:
You mentioned you were in Kent - which school are you using for your DAS? - and do you know which test centre you will be doing your MOD1 at? - I did mine at Erith, but I think Gillingham is an option as well.
I am using Mid Kent Motorcycle Training based in Aylesford just outside Maidstone. Mod 1 is booked for Gillingham and all being well I will be doing Mod 2 in Tunbridge Wells.phatmanace said:
Jazoli said:
Tanguero said:
Would anyone do test rides for a newly qualified rider? I presume they would they ask?
Yes most half decent bike shops wont have a problem letting you out on a middleweight bike, might be different if you fancy a litre bike!![smile](/inc/images/smile.gif)
Tanguero said:
I am using Mid Kent Motorcycle Training based in Aylesford just outside Maidstone. Mod 1 is booked for Gillingham and all being well I will be doing Mod 2 in Tunbridge Wells.
Thanks, that's useful to know!
You've booked your Mod 1 already? Have you completed your CBT + passed your Theory test yet, got those in quick !?Thanks, that's useful to know!
EDIT: Saying the above, I note you asked the original question on 1st July. So things could have advanced since then.
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DanSI said:
Tanguero said:
I am using Mid Kent Motorcycle Training based in Aylesford just outside Maidstone. Mod 1 is booked for Gillingham and all being well I will be doing Mod 2 in Tunbridge Wells.
Thanks, that's useful to know!
You've booked your Mod 1 already? Have you completed your CBT + passed your Theory test yet, got those in quick !?Thanks, that's useful to know!
EDIT: Saying the above, I note you asked the original question on 1st July. So things could have advanced since then.
![smile](/inc/images/smile.gif)
LuS1fer said:
Strangely, the only reason I am considering getting a bigger bike (a 650) is because the dealer is 20 miles away and getting it serviced is a pain, otherwise I'd probably keep it. After all, bigger bikes bring double the costs of insuring, running and maintaining them.
Oddly, I traded the MSX125 on a new pre-reg Suzuki SV650S and the insurance was actually cheaper....go figure.Pothole said:
What tank bag is that?
Oxford First Time Magnetichttp://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/c...
Tanguero said:
DanSI said:
Tanguero said:
I am using Mid Kent Motorcycle Training based in Aylesford just outside Maidstone. Mod 1 is booked for Gillingham and all being well I will be doing Mod 2 in Tunbridge Wells.
Thanks, that's useful to know!
I did my CBT about 15 years ago, and was advised I was more than capable of doing the DAS...... but somehow never got round to it.... but I've got the urge again. Thanks, that's useful to know!
You've booked your Mod 1 already? Have you completed your CBT + passed your Theory test yet, got those in quick !?
EDIT: Saying the above, I note you asked the original question on 1st July. So things could have advanced since then.
![smile](/inc/images/smile.gif)
dugsud said:
I've been riding since 1976 but my wife just passed her test last year in her mid 50's and now rides a 600 Yamaha!
Absolutely loves every minute of being on her bike. Do it, once you've passed your only concern will be wondering why you left it until now!!
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From the pic - are you Harrogate way? Who did your wife use for the training and how did she find it?Absolutely loves every minute of being on her bike. Do it, once you've passed your only concern will be wondering why you left it until now!!
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I'm thinking of doing my bike tests - I'm just south of Ripon and after recommendations.
Amirhussain said:
Congrats ![smile](/inc/images/smile.gif)
I'm looking to do my CBT soon. Been practising my theory too, downloaded an app from Play Store but will buy the CD as I'm guessing wider range of questions and more information. Don't want to drag it for 4 years like I did with my car test.....
How hard is the CBT?
CBT isn't a test, it is training although they won't give you the certificate unless you can show you are safe on the road on L plates. I had never ridden anything other than a push-bike before and didn't find it very difficult at all. Theory is a relative doddle if you have driving experience and can get your head round what they want from the "hazard perception" section. Mod 1 is more demanding if brief. Mod 2 definitely takes tuition and practice.![smile](/inc/images/smile.gif)
I'm looking to do my CBT soon. Been practising my theory too, downloaded an app from Play Store but will buy the CD as I'm guessing wider range of questions and more information. Don't want to drag it for 4 years like I did with my car test.....
How hard is the CBT?
Edited by Tanguero on Thursday 22 September 21:03
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