I found it very useful to repeat the instruction from my examiner and verbally prepare my move. It's magical how your brain if is busy and occupied by something you completely forget about the nerves.
Passed my Mod 2!! I want to say a massive THANK YOU for all your tips which I took on board whilst on my test - you really are absolutely fantastic and I cannot thank you enough for your advice throughout all your videos! You are THE MAN!
Hi Jon, many thanks for taking the time to write, thank you for your kind comments and congratulations on your well deserved pass. Glad to have been of assistance. Enjoy your biking, all the best
Great advice - thank you. I passed my Mod 1 but put off Mod 2 to get more Road experience. Bought a 125 and have been out on it at every opportunity. Mod 2 is now booked and I am so glad I did this … as you say, every ride is a learning opportunity and boy! Have I been glad for my training, as observations and positioning have, no doubt, meant an enjoyable ride vs one I don’t wish to contemplate! The nerves thing was giving me concern but your advice to ‘commentate’ is a great one. Thanks again.
brilliant tip about the running commentary. there are two sides to the brain, one controls emotion and the other side controls pratical things like movement or mental arithmetic. a common technique used by public speakers to combat nerves is to start counting backwards in 3's from one hundred. this simple task will tie up the practical side of the brain and literally shut down the emotional side. if youve ever been angry or upset and said "i cant think straight at the minute" its because you cant, your emotions have shut down your practical thinking ability. passed my mod1 yesterday, dont over think it, youve already learned what you need to know, your instructor wouldnt put you in for a test if they though you couldnt pass.
Well I had 2nd attempt at Mod 2 today. Not a perfect ride but I passed. I tend to overthink during crucial tests & exams.... this can affect my performance. This was the only MC video I watched in the 2 days before today's test. I listened to every word intently. It helped a lot ! Subsequent post pass riding back to training base & later went (on road), on my own bike for 1st time alone ....So much more relaxed, (not in a bad way). Now the development begins...Nothing radical. I want to get safe miles under my belt, get used to my bike & build muscle memory. Thank you so much for encouragement & great advice Phil. 🙂👍
Hi Phil, this video clip is so helpful to anyone that is going forward to gain a full motorcycle licence. I would like you to ride a couple of test routes at Herne bay pointing out the does & don'ts. It could be a good follow on from this master piece. I look forward to your next film, cheers again Bob
Currently about to start my training for my full A licence, and I just wanted to say I'm finding your videos and tips very useful whilst I'm practicing on my 125
I sing to myself whilst riding so I don’t over concentrate on what I’m doing and relax my mind, as a newcomer find this works well for me . Thanks for the helpful tips.
Some great advice, I very much agree with speaking out loud in your helmet about your decision making as it feels like your almost assessing yourself which actually takes a lot of the nerves off.
Hi Phil, just discovered your channel and subscribed - great content, well presented. As a 'mature' gentleman getting back into motorcycling after 40 years, this stuff is gold to me! I'm working with a school in Aberdeen, hoping to get qualified later this year if they think I'm ready for it. Funnily enough, I understand completely your remark about confidence when taking tests. Like yourself I was not fazed by them as a younger man, but having someone assess me for this test gets the butterflies going for some reason. Hopefully as my experience grows, this will be be less of an issue. Keep safe and well mate.🏍🏍🏍
@ZZzaphod many thanks for your comments, Im pleased you are getting back into biking and wish you well with your training and testing, ride safe, all the best
What a fantastic video, i have to say that i enjoy all the material that you create. I have my mod 2 coming up on Tuesday and found this a great help, everything that you mentioned was clear and concise and i feel that i will turn up for my test focused and composed. Thank you sir!
@@MotorcyclePWR I just wanted to send a msg to say that i passed my mod 2 with 2 minors. very happy indeed, (smiley face) i just wanted to say that the videos i have watched that you created are fantastic and i have no doubt in my mind that they contributed to my pass today. Anyone that is doing any kind of motorcycle will find you a blessing, thank you once again, Good luck with the channel! i will be following to get extra help with my further riding. cheers
@@scottravagnani4490 hi scott, really pleased for you a great result. Enjoy your motorcycling. Thank you for your kind comments, they are really appreciated and i am glad to have been some help to your development. Ride safe buddy, take care
Something I have not seen in any tutorial so far which might help someone avoid a DAS Mod-1 disaster that happened to me a few days ago. When you go for your DAS Mod-1 test and only have a paper licence make sure you take your passport with you. I was refused a test today as I only had a paper license. My training company viewed all my documents on the training days (including test day) and yet didn't advise photo I.D is essential. Lesson learned along with a long wait for a new date.
I have my Mod 2 coming up on Tuesday and have watched a few of your videos in regards to junctions and roundabouts as like this video describes, nerves can get the better of you. I have had a mind like a jigsaw worrying about it. Now though, I feel much more positive and of the mindset I know I should and can be. I most certainly will be doing a running commentary during my test. I like the idea of it to get focused. Thank you
I walked away from a DAS course after 4 hours training as I couldn't understand a word the instructor was saying to me over the radio, the other instructor on CBT was great but the chief instructor seemed to be speaking another language.
hi Phil, great vid as always, would say make sure you go and check out different bike schools before picking one of choice. I went blind and picked my local chap, big mistake, learnt nothing and even did cbt on 50 cc scooter and in 2 hrs, he is no longer open. Have to agree enjoy your training, practise on your 125cc every day while waiting for test, you are not missing out , you are no less a biker which is what i always hear prior to their test, , i wanna be a proper biker ! cheers Andy
Took my mod 2 today and failed, rushed pulling out on a busy obstructed road due to nerves instead of taking my time and creep and peeping. Lesson learned wasn’t ready today but there is next time a little wiser next time.
During early lessons i had a bad habit of shaking my head when i knew i'd made a mistake (not realizing it sticks out a mile with your helmet on), my instructor told me to stop doing it and NEVER do it during a test, you will indicate to the examiner you know you have made a mistake or if you only think you have messed up he will get the impression you have no faith/confidence in your riding.
True. As an instructor im glad when a student realises an error! But, sometimes those errors are small and not worth worrying about. The biggest problem though is while you are dwelling on your mistake and shaking your head you're probably about to miss the next hazard and make another possibly bigger mistake!! You can shake your head at the debrief when you stop riding 😆
Hi Phil, thank you for the video, well thank you very much for all of them they are good and simple to understand. Your description of the "nerves " and all the details and response, (point 4/6 mainly ) is exactly what happens to me, I have failed my Mod 2 (twice) a few weeks ago and I am ready to give up altogether. True: Mod 1 is much easier than Mod 2. I will follow your advice I will try again . Regards and Thank you again.!! G
@Guille thank you for your comments, I am glad the videos help. Please dont give up, you will pass, if I can help further please contact me. All the best
just did my cbt begainning of the mouth and i did my conversion yesterday to a bigger bike, instructor says im ready for my test baring in mind im totally new rider, just need one practice before the test for the mod 1 instructor says, im definitely going to take 2 traning lessons.
I find that talking threw what you are doing out loud really helps. ok round about I'm turning right I need to look signal right. it clear go go go. life saver coming up cancel signal etc
So very true what you say I made a mistake on my mod 1 I concentrated so much on the correct speed through the ovoid Task I missed the blue cones to avoid 🙈🤦♂️ but he ask if I would like to do this again which I did perfect 😎 now have my Test mod 2 Tuesday 28 , 12 30 🙏. Great advice thanks nerves did play a big part must admit
on my test i had a back end slip on some gravel on the road so to steady my self i was doing 30 in a 40 zone still got a minus for it and understandable still passed even though i thought i had not haha
This all seems very good advice. I have my test coming up and was thining of making myself do a live commentary for the exact same reasons you said so I'm glad it was one of your suggestions. I have one question on the motorbike handling skills, though: I've been practising on my 125, and it's sometimes hard to find first gear again when I stop at a traffic light etc. (I have to roll the bike a couple of inches forward or back to get to that first gear I need to start off again). I hear that this is a common occurance on 125s but that bigger bikes don't pull those little tricks on you, and can in some ways be easier to ride. Any truth in that? Thanks again.
@scrumpymanjack thank you for your comments. Please see my gear changing video as this should help. First gear needs to be selected just prior to stopping as motorcycle gearboxes don't like changing gear when stationary. There are variances between all bikes regardless of size. Hope this helps, all the best
@@MotorcyclePWR That helps a lot. Thanks again. It's all great content and I'm learning loads. Got my Mod1 next week and my Mod 2 booked in for late April. Also, just bought a bigger bike today in prep for all of that - a Honda Deauville (700). As you probably know, it has the reputation of being super boring - but as a novice rider, I love boring. Can't wait to ride it and gain more experience.
Update: passed my test last year first time. I studied hard and concentrated to the max during my test. But I still ride EVERY time assuming that I have an examiner behind me. It may sound ridiculous but it helps with discipline. I also ride assuming that nobody can see me so that I'm not surprised when other road users do stupid things.
Just came across this, I have a Mod2 booked for next week, ive been driving my 125 around quite happily for some time now, despite this was nervous on my Mod1 ( passed first time, i blame my instructor for making me nervous) and am v nervous for my Mod2 test. Through nerves im worried ill make a serious mistake, although i would normally drive well and safely, i had a hysterical instructor that dented my confidence ( ive had some good instructors also) i found the hysterical guy so off putting and confusing in my earpiece. I should be fine have done plenty of training, you hit the nail on the head its the word TEST, I think it is important in any type of training to try not to emphasise the words ‘if you do that on the test YOU WILL FAIL’ , it puts the fear of failing into the trainee, sure spell out what are serious mistakes and minor errors, the trainee knows a serious mistake will result in a fail, in my opinion it doesnt help to keep emphasising this, positive criticism/feedback encourages, builds confidence, hysteria or emphasis on failure doesn’t. Great video by the way, calm and precise, really helps, thank you 👍
@Chris Christofis hi Chris, thanks for your comment, sorry you have experienced some negative training along the way. But at least you have had some good stuff too. I wish you well with your Mod 2, keep your focus and do your best and im sure you will get result you are pleased with. Al the best
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Thank you so very much for your videos! I passed my mod 1 without a single mistake. However my mod 2 I had 5 majors and 6 minors (pretty bad). I think it was nerves and over thinking. I also find difficult having to ride focusing on a thousand things at the same time. Looking at signs, the car in front, looking well ahead, signs painted on the road, shoulder checks, mirrors, etc. I just wonder when do I look ahead? 😂 Any advice please? Thanks a lot!
@GuaridadelCinefago thanks for your comment. Congrats on the Mod1. I dont know if you are a car driver or first time for a test? It can all seem a bit daunting putting everything together and this is where your instructor should help. However, your question, when do you look ahead, basically all the time, but dont fix your gaze. keep the eyes gently moving, checking rear obs before doing any manoeuvre. Looking well ahead helps you to read signs and markings early, but do change your focal length to keep aware. You are probably right about overthinking and nerves, basically when you are sufficiently trained, just ride, and if you are doing the right thing naturally you will pass. Good luck with it.
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Thank you! I’ve been cycling for years but at 41 my Suzuki Van Van is the first bike I’ve ever had. I’ve been riding on a CBT for the last two years, as a commuter and also riding to the countryside roads. I always felt I was extremely cautious when riding, perhaps I just need more hours of training. Thank you for your prompt reply and advice 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
you re welcome. Its difficult for me to comment completely without seeing your riding, but I am sure you will do well eventually with the appropriate guidance. Overthinking is the enemy of many of us! I wish you well with your training and next test.
Someone doesn't pass the test but in reality they will still ride as a learner so they might as well give you the full license but what should happen, in my opinion, is that while someone might not pass the test they should have to take mandatory lessons then let the instructor give you a cert to say you are not competent rather than one big massive test and a load of questions on the day. Just my opinion. Off topic now but here in Ireland you can't drive on the motorway as a learner so you can't get any experience on the motorway, merging at speed, exiting properly etc so when you pass the test in town at 30 mph you're now automatically qualified to drive at high speed and it's absolutely ridiculous that there is no training on the motorways in Ireland probably U.K too ? as a result the standard of motorway driving in Ireland is atrocious and people can't merge on the motorway properly and cause others to greatly reduce their speed and they sit in the middle lane all the time if there are 3 lanes.
@Lowry London hi, many thanks. I work mainly through a company in East Kent. If this is close enough please e mail me through the home page. All the best
I don’t think it is actively taught by most instructors these days. I sometimes reference it and the reasons behind it but I think we have moved on a bit since.
I have 40 years in as a driver and longer as a cyclist who has raced and toured all over the world in some mad places such such as paris and cairo, and feel comfortable on the roads, always have and don't suffer from nerves (much). i'm shortly going to take a DAS to aim for a full A licence, but my only real experience of motorbikes is holiday rentals on low cc bikes such as 125cc scooters, and wondered if you normally recommend people get a 125cc to practice on first after the CBT? and if so for how long? i know it's the how long is a piece of string and depends how you get on, but from your experience is it generally a good idea to go the L plate 125 route, or do you see people in my situation go straight into a DAS then test and pass and what are your thoughts?. I'm no boy racer, and seen enough accidents to take extra care, but would like some thoughts from those who know more than I. Thanks
@Bob Hi Bob, thank you for your comment and question. So the option of riding a 125cc or going straight to big bike depends on various factors pertaining to the individual student. So a good instructor should be able to advise you of the best route once they have seen you ride. Where I work we do assessments of a riders ability pre intensive DAS course to see if they will be ok on the bigger bike, or whether we need to do some 1 2 1 training to get them ready. There are occasions where students with low confidence have definitely benefited from a few months or so on the 125 to gain confidence, but usually most will convert to the bigger bike with ease and very much enjoy the more powerful and planted machine. The downside of riding a 125 alone is that it can lead to bad habits, such as poor throttle and clutch control, which then need to be undone on a bigger bike! So ultimately, I would advise seeing how your instructor feels about your ability and confidence to make the decision. In my opinion, its important that you are given the time and support to get used to a bigger bike pre DAS for your confidence to grow and not to be rushed. I hope this helps, any further questions please get in touch. All the best.
@@MotorcyclePWR Thanks for that. it's more or less what i expected, and i take the point you made a few times in the video about being important to feel in-control rather than just a quick pass, and whilst atm i don't think it will be an issue, as they say you never know until you try lol. I'm hoping to bypass the 125 stage and go straight to a 250 or maybe upto a 400 to save messing on buying/insuring/selling a smaller bike in a few months, as i have a m8 who's a dealer and all sorts of machines come his way in px, but if the 125 stage is needed it's needed, so i'll suck it and see as both you and no doubt the instructor will suggest. Thanks
@@MotorcyclePWR Going for my CBT on the 22nd scares me more than any shareholders meeting in the city. ALOT more. 🤣😂 But i made the mistake of sitting on an MT07 and fell in love .
Ah I hope you enjoy your cbt. It should be fun as well as educational. We use mt07 s for direct access, most people love them. Such fun and great to learn on. Let us know how you get on and shout if you need any help.
I have CBT till 25/5/24 and I want pass my full A1 . I know I need it pass my theory test first but question is can I book my driving test Mod2 strait after passing therory test without any lessons?
Hi you can book tests without lessons but you will need to pass your module 1 before you can book your module 2. We advise lessons as they are in your interest but it’s a choice for you. Ride safe
@@MotorcyclePWR lm feel comfortable though the town (Manchester 😉 ) and filtering. Only what lm afraid of is taking corners with speed limit on A class roads when is blind corner.(like A57 snake pass ;) ) Maybe l will ask for a lessons. Thx anyway. ( l own for now KTM Duke 125)
I wish you well with it. Some good training would help you with things such as cornering. There is actually a lot to learn to ride a bike well, I still learn and I’ve been riding for 40 years! Ktm is a nice bike. All the best
If the motorcycle testing examiner is a dick such have in Limerick and the only one who occupies this position and dictated his rules, this could be without no option you can't pass the driving test no matter what. The off-cause has some of the exceptions from his rules.
Agree or disagree. But as far as I'm concerned, bike tests these days are just a money-making scam. When I was younger, you took your test on the road with one guy standing and watching you. and it must have taken half an hour. All this crap now is just to con people out of a lot of money, and I don't like being conned. I haven't passed my test, but I was riding a 250-cc for years and never had any accidents. It may be important if you intend to ride a high-powered bike but not a 250-cc There is nothing they could teach me that would make me ride any better. I'm sure it would be easier and less hassle to get your flying license. I only wish I had taken my test before they brought all this bullsh*t in.
@345seadog thank you for your understandable comments. From my perspective I disagree that its a money making scam. I too started riding a bike when the test was the simple one on a 125cc. I realised a few years later I knew very little. Most people are not born riders, some a very good controlling a bike, others are very good on the road. A combination of exceptional ability is rare. The reason we have the current system is due to Europe and politics. And its also due to crash statistics. I agree that we should be training bikers (and car drivers) to a high standard. You are a long time dead. The current Module 1 off road and Mod 2 on road is, in my opinion a good idea. You need machine handling skills to ride safely on the road. Having trained people for 14 years and seen many things, to not train these standards on modern roads would be stupidity. The tests in reality are not hard, do not, IMO, go far enough and prove little. There is so much to learn to be a good safe rider to survive, and luck isn't something to rely on as a biker. Neither is complacency. When you really think you have nothing more to learn or no one can offer anything to your riding, that is a potentially dangerous place to be. But it is of course personal choice. The big flaw IMO of the current system is the power and age limits, combined with repeating the same tests. I dont agree that 17 & 18 y/o should be restricted to 125cc, as they are unwilling (probably rightly so) to undertake further training beyond CBT to ride the same bike, and that the "upgrade" tests are the same. They should be to a higher standard and tested in more areas of riding if someone has already been riding for 2+ years. Its an opportunity missed. As regards money making, instructors do not earn well, schools and instructors have overheads made worse by the attitude of insurance companies and fuel costs. I have 40 years of biking and car experience, police training, 14 years teaching experience, I have to requalify every 4 years and I generally earn per hour a fifth of what my local garage charges to look at my car for an hour. I supply my own kit, bike and have all the associated costs. Making money? Its more of a hobby. Why do I do it? Because I love bikes, enjoy teaching and enjoy trying to give what I can to others who want to ride and stay alive.
We are both entitled to our opinions, but I don’t agree that all the accidents and deaths were because of the old bike test. I believe many deaths were caused by people being irresponsible, and unless people intend to ride a high powered bike, the test is overkill and far too expensive for someone intending to go no higher than a 250cc. You also have to take into account that a large number of people who pass their tests will end up riding the way they prefer to, just like many people who pass their car tests, so most of what they have been taught will be ignored or forgotten. I live in a small village close to a small town, not a large city, so most of what's being taught is irrelevant.
I found it very useful to repeat the instruction from my examiner and verbally prepare my move. It's magical how your brain if is busy and occupied by something you completely forget about the nerves.
excellent strategy, yes it is isnt it!? Test nerves are horrible!
Passed my Mod 2!! I want to say a massive THANK YOU for all your tips which I took on board whilst on my test - you really are absolutely fantastic and I cannot thank you enough for your advice throughout all your videos! You are THE MAN!
Hi Jon, many thanks for taking the time to write, thank you for your kind comments and congratulations on your well deserved pass. Glad to have been of assistance. Enjoy your biking, all the best
Great advice - thank you. I passed my Mod 1 but put off Mod 2 to get more Road experience. Bought a 125 and have been out on it at every opportunity. Mod 2 is now booked and I am so glad I did this … as you say, every ride is a learning opportunity and boy! Have I been glad for my training, as observations and positioning have, no doubt, meant an enjoyable ride vs one I don’t wish to contemplate! The nerves thing was giving me concern but your advice to ‘commentate’ is a great one. Thanks again.
I passed my Mod 2 test today.. I had a good instructor but your videos have helped me loads so just wanted say thanks for the videos you post.. Andy
Thank you Andy, glad to have helped and congratulations on your pass. Enjoy your biking, all the best
brilliant tip about the running commentary. there are two sides to the brain, one controls emotion and the other side controls pratical things like movement or mental arithmetic. a common technique used by public speakers to combat nerves is to start counting backwards in 3's from one hundred. this simple task will tie up the practical side of the brain and literally shut down the emotional side. if youve ever been angry or upset and said "i cant think straight at the minute" its because you cant, your emotions have shut down your practical thinking ability. passed my mod1 yesterday, dont over think it, youve already learned what you need to know, your instructor wouldnt put you in for a test if they though you couldnt pass.
Great comments Nobby, and congratulations on your Mod 1 pass.
Well I had 2nd attempt at Mod 2 today. Not a perfect ride but I passed. I tend to overthink during crucial tests & exams.... this can affect my performance.
This was the only MC video I watched in the 2 days before today's test. I listened to every word intently. It helped a lot !
Subsequent post pass riding back to training base & later went (on road), on my own bike for 1st time alone ....So much more relaxed, (not in a bad way).
Now the development begins...Nothing radical. I want to get safe miles under my belt, get used to my bike & build muscle memory.
Thank you so much for encouragement & great advice Phil. 🙂👍
@AW8 congratulations, very pleased for you. Glad i was able to help in some way, enjoy your new freedom! Ride safe, all the best
@@MotorcyclePWRThanks - Already enjoying being out on my own, albeit..safety is top priority 😊
Hi Phil, this video clip is so helpful to anyone that is going forward to gain a full motorcycle licence. I would like you to ride a couple of test routes at Herne bay pointing out the does & don'ts. It could be a good follow on from this master piece. I look forward to your next film, cheers again Bob
Thank you Bob, much appreciated. Thanks for the suggestion, glad you like the video.
Currently about to start my training for my full A licence, and I just wanted to say I'm finding your videos and tips very useful whilst I'm practicing on my 125
i hope you enjoy your training, and glad the videos are useful. all the best
I sing to myself whilst riding so I don’t over concentrate on what I’m doing and relax my mind, as a newcomer find this works well for me . Thanks for the helpful tips.
Some great advice, I very much agree with speaking out loud in your helmet about your decision making as it feels like your almost assessing yourself which actually takes a lot of the nerves off.
Hi Phil, just discovered your channel and subscribed - great content, well presented. As a 'mature' gentleman getting back into motorcycling after 40 years, this stuff is gold to me! I'm working with a school in Aberdeen, hoping to get qualified later this year if they think I'm ready for it. Funnily enough, I understand completely your remark about confidence when taking tests. Like yourself I was not fazed by them as a younger man, but having someone assess me for this test gets the butterflies going for some reason. Hopefully as my experience grows, this will be be less of an issue.
Keep safe and well mate.🏍🏍🏍
@ZZzaphod many thanks for your comments, Im pleased you are getting back into biking and wish you well with your training and testing, ride safe, all the best
What a fantastic video, i have to say that i enjoy all the material that you create. I have my mod 2 coming up on Tuesday and found this a great help, everything that you mentioned was clear and concise and i feel that i will turn up for my test focused and composed. Thank you sir!
@scott ravagnani thank you for your comments, much appreciated. I wish you well for your Mod 2 on Tuesday. All the best
@@MotorcyclePWR Thank you very much
@@MotorcyclePWR I just wanted to send a msg to say that i passed my mod 2 with 2 minors. very happy indeed, (smiley face) i just wanted to say that the videos i have watched that you created are fantastic and i have no doubt in my mind that they contributed to my pass today. Anyone that is doing any kind of motorcycle will find you a blessing, thank you once again, Good luck with the channel! i will be following to get extra help with my further riding. cheers
@@scottravagnani4490 hi scott, really pleased for you a great result. Enjoy your motorcycling.
Thank you for your kind comments, they are really appreciated and i am glad to have been some help to your development. Ride safe buddy, take care
Something I have not seen in any tutorial so far which might help someone avoid a DAS Mod-1 disaster that happened to me a few days ago. When you go for your DAS Mod-1 test and only have a paper licence make sure you take your passport with you. I was refused a test today as I only had a paper license. My training company viewed all my documents on the training days (including test day) and yet didn't advise photo I.D is essential. Lesson learned along with a long wait for a new date.
One of the very best video to prepare for your test ❤❤
That was what you called the man that took me for the test Phil
I have my Mod 2 coming up on Tuesday and have watched a few of your videos in regards to junctions and roundabouts as like this video describes, nerves can get the better of you.
I have had a mind like a jigsaw worrying about it. Now though, I feel much more positive and of the mindset I know I should and can be.
I most certainly will be doing a running commentary during my test. I like the idea of it to get focused.
Thank you
How did you do?
@@scrumpymanjack sailed through with no marks, thank you
@@andrewburns4121 awesome news. Well done!
@@scrumpymanjack thank you ever so much
I walked away from a DAS course after 4 hours training as I couldn't understand a word the instructor was saying to me over the radio, the other instructor on CBT was great but the chief instructor seemed to be speaking another language.
hi Phil, great vid as always, would say make sure you go and check out different bike schools before picking one of choice. I went blind and picked my local chap, big mistake, learnt nothing and even did cbt on 50 cc scooter and in 2 hrs, he is no longer open. Have to agree enjoy your training, practise on your 125cc every day while waiting for test, you are not missing out , you are no less a biker which is what i always hear prior to their test, , i wanna be a proper biker ! cheers Andy
cheers Andy , thank you for your post. all the best
Took my mod 2 today and failed, rushed pulling out on a busy obstructed road due to nerves instead of taking my time and creep and peeping. Lesson learned wasn’t ready today but there is next time a little wiser next time.
During early lessons i had a bad habit of shaking my head when i knew i'd made a mistake (not realizing it sticks out a mile with your helmet on), my instructor told me to stop doing it and NEVER do it during a test, you will indicate to the examiner you know you have made a mistake or if you only think you have messed up he will get the impression you have no faith/confidence in your riding.
True. As an instructor im glad when a student realises an error! But, sometimes those errors are small and not worth worrying about. The biggest problem though is while you are dwelling on your mistake and shaking your head you're probably about to miss the next hazard and make another possibly bigger mistake!! You can shake your head at the debrief when you stop riding 😆
Excellent tips. Thank you.
Hi Phil, thank you for the video, well thank you very much for all of them they are good and simple to understand.
Your description of the "nerves " and all the details and response, (point 4/6 mainly ) is exactly what happens to me, I have failed my Mod 2 (twice) a few weeks ago and I am ready to give up altogether.
True: Mod 1 is much easier than Mod 2.
I will follow your advice
I will try again .
Regards and Thank you again.!!
G
@Guille thank you for your comments, I am glad the videos help. Please dont give up, you will pass, if I can help further please contact me. All the best
@@MotorcyclePWR Thank you Phil. Some times at 65 things look more difficult. But I will try.
@@guille2074 indeed so, but do keep going, if your knowledge and ability are there you will pass. I wish you well
@@MotorcyclePWR Thank you Phil, I will let you know
just did my cbt begainning of the mouth and i did my conversion yesterday to a bigger bike, instructor says im ready for my test baring in mind im totally new rider, just need one practice before the test for the mod 1 instructor says, im definitely going to take 2 traning lessons.
I find that talking threw what you are doing out loud really helps. ok round about I'm turning right I need to look signal right. it clear go go go. life saver coming up cancel signal etc
ohh haha I watched more and you have said the same nice one.
You can fail your test immediately for forgetting to check a blind spot in Western Australia.
So very true what you say I made a mistake on my mod 1 I concentrated so much on the correct speed through the ovoid
Task I missed the blue cones to avoid 🙈🤦♂️ but he ask if I would like to do this again which I did perfect 😎 now have my
Test mod 2 Tuesday 28 , 12 30 🙏. Great advice thanks nerves did play a big part must admit
@Terry Turbo Burrows glad you passed your 1, i wish you well for your mod 2, all the best
@@MotorcyclePWR thank you 🙏🥂
Very helpful video! I see you’re driving through Canterbury, are you part of invicta training?
thank you, yes i am!
@@MotorcyclePWR good to know, I’m looking to book my DAS through you guys!
Excellent, looking forward to seeing you 👍😀
I wish you be my instructor
thank you, thats very nice of you! Ride safe.
Suuuuch a great video, thank you ❤
on my test i had a back end slip on some gravel on the road so to steady my self i was doing 30 in a 40 zone still got a minus for it and understandable still passed even though i thought i had not haha
glad you passed, ride safe
This all seems very good advice. I have my test coming up and was thining of making myself do a live commentary for the exact same reasons you said so I'm glad it was one of your suggestions. I have one question on the motorbike handling skills, though: I've been practising on my 125, and it's sometimes hard to find first gear again when I stop at a traffic light etc. (I have to roll the bike a couple of inches forward or back to get to that first gear I need to start off again). I hear that this is a common occurance on 125s but that bigger bikes don't pull those little tricks on you, and can in some ways be easier to ride. Any truth in that? Thanks again.
@scrumpymanjack thank you for your comments. Please see my gear changing video as this should help. First gear needs to be selected just prior to stopping as motorcycle gearboxes don't like changing gear when stationary. There are variances between all bikes regardless of size. Hope this helps, all the best
@@MotorcyclePWR That helps a lot. Thanks again. It's all great content and I'm learning loads. Got my Mod1 next week and my Mod 2 booked in for late April. Also, just bought a bigger bike today in prep for all of that - a Honda Deauville (700). As you probably know, it has the reputation of being super boring - but as a novice rider, I love boring. Can't wait to ride it and gain more experience.
Update: passed my test last year first time. I studied hard and concentrated to the max during my test. But I still ride EVERY time assuming that I have an examiner behind me. It may sound ridiculous but it helps with discipline. I also ride assuming that nobody can see me so that I'm not surprised when other road users do stupid things.
I passed mine first time two miners just
well done David, very pleased for you. Ride safe
Just came across this, I have a Mod2 booked for next week, ive been driving my 125 around quite happily for some time now, despite this was nervous on my Mod1 ( passed first time, i blame my instructor for making me nervous) and am v nervous for my Mod2 test. Through nerves im worried ill make a serious mistake, although i would normally drive well and safely, i had a hysterical instructor that dented my confidence ( ive had some good instructors also) i found the hysterical guy so off putting and confusing in my earpiece. I should be fine have done plenty of training, you hit the nail on the head its the word TEST, I think it is important in any type of training to try not to emphasise the words ‘if you do that on the test YOU WILL FAIL’ , it puts the fear of failing into the trainee, sure spell out what are serious mistakes and minor errors, the trainee knows a serious mistake will result in a fail, in my opinion it doesnt help to keep emphasising this, positive criticism/feedback encourages, builds confidence, hysteria or emphasis on failure doesn’t. Great video by the way, calm and precise, really helps, thank you 👍
@Chris Christofis hi Chris, thanks for your comment, sorry you have experienced some negative training along the way. But at least you have had some good stuff too.
I wish you well with your Mod 2, keep your focus and do your best and im sure you will get result you are pleased with. Al the best
Thank you so very much for your videos! I passed my mod 1 without a single mistake. However my mod 2 I had 5 majors and 6 minors (pretty bad). I think it was nerves and over thinking. I also find difficult having to ride focusing on a thousand things at the same time. Looking at signs, the car in front, looking well ahead, signs painted on the road, shoulder checks, mirrors, etc. I just wonder when do I look ahead? 😂
Any advice please? Thanks a lot!
@GuaridadelCinefago thanks for your comment. Congrats on the Mod1. I dont know if you are a car driver or first time for a test?
It can all seem a bit daunting putting everything together and this is where your instructor should help.
However, your question, when do you look ahead, basically all the time, but dont fix your gaze. keep the eyes gently moving, checking rear obs before doing any manoeuvre. Looking well ahead helps you to read signs and markings early, but do change your focal length to keep aware.
You are probably right about overthinking and nerves, basically when you are sufficiently trained, just ride, and if you are doing the right thing naturally you will pass. Good luck with it.
Thank you!
I’ve been cycling for years but at 41 my Suzuki Van Van is the first bike I’ve ever had. I’ve been riding on a CBT for the last two years, as a commuter and also riding to the countryside roads. I always felt I was extremely cautious when riding, perhaps I just need more hours of training.
Thank you for your prompt reply and advice 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
you re welcome. Its difficult for me to comment completely without seeing your riding, but I am sure you will do well eventually with the appropriate guidance. Overthinking is the enemy of many of us! I wish you well with your training and next test.
Someone doesn't pass the test but in reality they will still ride as a learner so they might as well give you the full license but what should happen, in my opinion, is that while someone might not pass the test they should have to take mandatory lessons then let the instructor give you a cert to say you are not competent rather than one big massive test and a load of questions on the day. Just my opinion.
Off topic now but here in Ireland you can't drive on the motorway as a learner so you can't get any experience on the motorway, merging at speed, exiting properly etc so when you pass the test in town at 30 mph you're now automatically qualified to drive at high speed and it's absolutely ridiculous that there is no training on the motorways in Ireland probably U.K too ? as a result the standard of motorway driving in Ireland is atrocious and people can't merge on the motorway properly and cause others to greatly reduce their speed and they sit in the middle lane all the time if there are 3 lanes.
I’d really like to do my training with you - where are you based? Thanks!
@Lowry London hi, many thanks. I work mainly through a company in East Kent. If this is close enough please e mail me through the home page. All the best
Why is the ‘Hendon Shuffle’ still being taught?
I don’t think it is actively taught by most instructors these days. I sometimes reference it and the reasons behind it but I think we have moved on a bit since.
@@MotorcyclePWR Let’s hope so!
I have 40 years in as a driver and longer as a cyclist who has raced and toured all over the world in some mad places such such as paris and cairo, and feel comfortable on the roads, always have and don't suffer from nerves (much). i'm shortly going to take a DAS to aim for a full A licence, but my only real experience of motorbikes is holiday rentals on low cc bikes such as 125cc scooters, and wondered if you normally recommend people get a 125cc to practice on first after the CBT? and if so for how long? i know it's the how long is a piece of string and depends how you get on, but from your experience is it generally a good idea to go the L plate 125 route, or do you see people in my situation go straight into a DAS then test and pass and what are your thoughts?. I'm no boy racer, and seen enough accidents to take extra care, but would like some thoughts from those who know more than I. Thanks
@Bob Hi Bob, thank you for your comment and question. So the option of riding a 125cc or going straight to big bike depends on various factors pertaining to the individual student.
So a good instructor should be able to advise you of the best route once they have seen you ride.
Where I work we do assessments of a riders ability pre intensive DAS course to see if they will be ok on the bigger bike, or whether we need to do some 1 2 1 training to get them ready. There are occasions where students with low confidence have definitely benefited from a few months or so on the 125 to gain confidence, but usually most will convert to the bigger bike with ease and very much enjoy the more powerful and planted machine.
The downside of riding a 125 alone is that it can lead to bad habits, such as poor throttle and clutch control, which then need to be undone on a bigger bike!
So ultimately, I would advise seeing how your instructor feels about your ability and confidence to make the decision.
In my opinion, its important that you are given the time and support to get used to a bigger bike pre DAS for your confidence to grow and not to be rushed. I hope this helps, any further questions please get in touch. All the best.
@@MotorcyclePWR Thanks for that. it's more or less what i expected, and i take the point you made a few times in the video about being important to feel in-control rather than just a quick pass, and whilst atm i don't think it will be an issue, as they say you never know until you try lol. I'm hoping to bypass the 125 stage and go straight to a 250 or maybe upto a 400 to save messing on buying/insuring/selling a smaller bike in a few months, as i have a m8 who's a dealer and all sorts of machines come his way in px, but if the 125 stage is needed it's needed, so i'll suck it and see as both you and no doubt the instructor will suggest. Thanks
That warning light on your dashboard is bothering me lol
Don’t worry, it’s only a low fuel warning 😀
@@MotorcyclePWR oh ok lol, sorry.
No apology needed 😊 well observed though!
@@MotorcyclePWR Going for my CBT on the 22nd scares me more than any shareholders meeting in the city. ALOT more. 🤣😂 But i made the mistake of sitting on an MT07 and fell in love .
Ah I hope you enjoy your cbt. It should be fun as well as educational. We use mt07 s for direct access, most people love them. Such fun and great to learn on. Let us know how you get on and shout if you need any help.
I have CBT till 25/5/24 and I want pass my full A1 . I know I need it pass my theory test first but question is can I book my driving test Mod2 strait after passing therory test without any lessons?
Hi you can book tests without lessons but you will need to pass your module 1 before you can book your module 2. We advise lessons as they are in your interest but it’s a choice for you. Ride safe
@@MotorcyclePWR l forgot to mention about mod1 .. sorry
Ok thanks for advice 👍
@@MotorcyclePWR lm feel comfortable though the town (Manchester 😉 ) and filtering. Only what lm afraid of is taking corners with speed limit on A class roads when is blind corner.(like A57 snake pass ;) ) Maybe l will ask for a lessons. Thx anyway. ( l own for now KTM Duke 125)
I wish you well with it. Some good training would help you with things such as cornering. There is actually a lot to learn to ride a bike well, I still learn and I’ve been riding for 40 years! Ktm is a nice bike. All the best
If the motorcycle testing examiner is a dick such have in Limerick and the only one who occupies this position and dictated his rules, this could be without no option you can't pass the driving test no matter what. The off-cause has some of the exceptions from his rules.
Agree or disagree. But as far as I'm concerned, bike tests these days are just a money-making scam. When I was younger, you took your test on the road with one guy standing and watching you. and it must have taken half an hour. All this crap now is just to con people out of a lot of money, and I don't like being conned. I haven't passed my test, but I was riding a 250-cc for years and never had any accidents. It may be important if you intend to ride a high-powered bike but not a 250-cc There is nothing they could teach me that would make me ride any better. I'm sure it would be easier and less hassle to get your flying license. I only wish I had taken my test before they brought all this bullsh*t in.
@345seadog thank you for your understandable comments. From my perspective I disagree that its a money making scam.
I too started riding a bike when the test was the simple one on a 125cc. I realised a few years later I knew very little. Most people are not born riders, some a very good controlling a bike, others are very good on the road. A combination of exceptional ability is rare.
The reason we have the current system is due to Europe and politics. And its also due to crash statistics.
I agree that we should be training bikers (and car drivers) to a high standard. You are a long time dead. The current Module 1 off road and Mod 2 on road is, in my opinion a good idea. You need machine handling skills to ride safely on the road. Having trained people for 14 years and seen many things, to not train these standards on modern roads would be stupidity.
The tests in reality are not hard, do not, IMO, go far enough and prove little. There is so much to learn to be a good safe rider to survive, and luck isn't something to rely on as a biker. Neither is complacency. When you really think you have nothing more to learn or no one can offer anything to your riding, that is a potentially dangerous place to be. But it is of course personal choice.
The big flaw IMO of the current system is the power and age limits, combined with repeating the same tests. I dont agree that 17 & 18 y/o should be restricted to 125cc, as they are unwilling (probably rightly so) to undertake further training beyond CBT to ride the same bike, and that the "upgrade" tests are the same. They should be to a higher standard and tested in more areas of riding if someone has already been riding for 2+ years. Its an opportunity missed.
As regards money making, instructors do not earn well, schools and instructors have overheads made worse by the attitude of insurance companies and fuel costs.
I have 40 years of biking and car experience, police training, 14 years teaching experience, I have to requalify every 4 years and I generally earn per hour a fifth of what my local garage charges to look at my car for an hour. I supply my own kit, bike and have all the associated costs. Making money? Its more of a hobby. Why do I do it? Because I love bikes, enjoy teaching and enjoy trying to give what I can to others who want to ride and stay alive.
We are both entitled to our opinions, but I don’t agree that all the accidents and deaths were because of the old bike test. I believe many deaths were caused by people being irresponsible, and unless people intend to ride a high powered bike, the test is overkill and far too expensive for someone intending to go no higher than a 250cc. You also have to take into account that a large number of people who pass their tests will end up riding the way they prefer to, just like many people who pass their car tests, so most of what they have been taught will be ignored or forgotten. I live in a small village close to a small town, not a large city, so most of what's being taught is irrelevant.
Makes sense. 👍