Smashed my Mod2 today Richard with zero faults. Your videos have been an invaluable resource to me throughout my training, thanks for all the time and effort you put in to helping novices like myself.
The reason so many look over the left shoulder when doing the life savers when parked on the side of the road is due to being told none stop in our CBT to do it 😅 it’s so confusing. My CBT instructor said I had to look over both shoulders when pulling off at all times now I see many say in DAS you don’t have to
These are so useful. Just passed my cbt and looking forward to doing my full license in about 8 months. It's actually fun being on the road while being tested as long as your nerves are calm.
Richard, tremendous as ever. What strikes me is the number of times you "catch" Gavin doing something well, then telling him, which both validates his decision making and gives confidence. As an example when you first asked Gavin to pull over in a safe place, you said well done, then highlighted that it was tempting to stop in a slightly different place, pointing out why that wouldn't have been a good idea. So you give 2 bits of feedback for one manoeuvre - confirming that the correct decision was made whilst explaining why the other option wasn't a good one. On a recent 50 minute ride with my (now ex) instructor, I didn't hear one single "well done" or "I like what you did" or "that was nice". I know there was plenty in my ride that was pretty good but all I got was negative feedback - needless to say he had now been sacked and I'm with someone else who is excellent. Your teaching style is first class - I get a massive amount from your videos. You're not moving to the North West any time soon are you? 😂😂
Hi, was wondering at around 0.57 if it would be wise to give way to the pedestrian given the new laws with that type of thing? Also, when stopping somewhere save is it okay to put your foot on the kerb? Cheers for all your video help!
Not in that scenario, no. It's only when turning into or coming out of junctions. Stopping on a busy, fast-ish (40mph) road puts you in considerable danger from inattentive drivers behind. The pedestrian was safe in their island waiting to cross. If they'd started to cross though, different matter altogether! Yes, perfectly fine putting your foot down on the kerb. 👍 Best of luck. 😊
What can be expected if unsure of the speed limit and no repetitive signs are no where near and you were doing an national speed limit on an open stretch of a road before changing direction? On test day can this be a fail if waiting for a repetitive sign due to being unsure and keeping it steady at 30mph but it turns out to be 40mph or national speed limit or could be a minor? To clarify - after direction change - different road there is no speed limit sign at the beginning of it at keeping it low instead of rushing it. Probably a minor? Thanks,an answer would be appreciated.
If there's no speed limit sign at the beginning of the new road then the speed limit remains the same as the previous road. You can be marked down for riding too slowly but should be ok as long as you correct the speed as soon as you see a repeater sign. If you start holding up traffic and don't correct your speed after the repeater sign then it can develop into a serious fault and a fail.
Quick query. The general rule when changing lane position to left or right of centre (positions 1,2 or 3) is: mirrors/ indicate/ lifesaver/ maneuver so as to alert the biker behind you of your intentions. This is mostly in use before roundabouts and junctions. Having watched pretty much all of this video i haven't noticed much, if any, of these rules in use. Would it be because the roads are not very large in width and it is fine to stay in the centre? Any explanation is welcome, thanks.
Mirrors yes, indicate if you're turning at a junction or roundabout but not for small position changes such as overtaking cyclists or moving out for parked cars, lifesaver depending on the size of the position change and circumstance, maneuver. A lifesaver is required if the position change takes you beyond what is visible in yours mirrors so going back to the cyclist example, a lifesaver not generally needed given the move across doesn't take you beyond the information given by the mirror. But if in doubt, lifesaver. 👍
@@Lets-rideUk Thanks for the reply. I have the Irish test soon and reading through forums, watching videos, asking instructors, etc has me very confused about the whole **changing to lane position 1,2 or 3** scenario. For example, the instructor i asked never mentioned a lifesaver when changing lane positions but when i read through the forums almost everyone who either passed or failed said that their tester expected - for example - **mirror, indicator, life saver, maneuver** as you change to the left position long before a roundabout.. and again at the roundabout. I'll go with your advice and how this lad rides in the video above and see how i get on sure.
There's really no need for a lifesaver for a simple, small move of position. A lifesaver is taking your eyes off the road ahead and should be used sparingly. Good luck with it.
@@Lets-rideUk Passed the A - Category licence test today {means i can drive any bike of any size}. Like i stated above; in Ireland: before each turn at a junction, before joining a roundabout lane, and lane change... you have to - mirror, lifesaver, indicate, maneuver (to change from centre position to left or right of the lane) and then again at a junction/roundabout - mirror, (possibly the indicator is still on and if not do so), observe left right, and lifesaver directly before the turn/entering roundabout. Pretty much any maneuver that takes you away from the centre requires a lifesaver including taking a bend and moving out around a obstacle. Of course i don't agree with the amount. I'm guessing it's more E.U. crap to ruin everything as always. There are pretty much zero videos on taking the Irish bike test but here is one i found if you're interested. th-cam.com/video/lP74XGmjs5k/w-d-xo.html
Do you think it’s possible and how likely could someone pass their DAS after CBT the. They only book 5 day course would you think they could pass there DAS? I’ve passed my CBT well completed it and I’m 44 and wanted to move up to a 300cc bike for next bike as I fin d 125cc bikes are a lot harder to be safe than a 300cc I ride on private properly as the bike had more power allowing easy pull offs and control from me at least I’m hoping I can do it after only a 5 days course but also wanted to ask if I book my DAS which includes training if I’m not ready to go for my mod 1/2 tests can I book more lessons and keep practicing until they think and I think I can pass?
I passed my mod 1 yay now unto mod 2. Unfortunately those twisty country roads car drivers think the speed limit is a target. I just try and wave them past me when they are up my ass using my clutch hand when im on my own. Would that be a fail on my mod 2?
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Smashed my Mod2 today Richard with zero faults. Your videos have been an invaluable resource to me throughout my training, thanks for all the time and effort you put in to helping novices like myself.
Superb David! Well done!! 🥳🥳🥳 Enjoy your new steed and ride safe. 😊👍
Huge thank you for all your videos. Passed my Mod 2 today and i wouldn't of been able to it without them.
You are very welcome and many congratulations! 🥳
The reason so many look over the left shoulder when doing the life savers when parked on the side of the road is due to being told none stop in our CBT to do it 😅 it’s so confusing. My CBT instructor said I had to look over both shoulders when pulling off at all times now I see many say in DAS you don’t have to
that was such a good insite i feel even more confident about passin my test
These are so useful. Just passed my cbt and looking forward to doing my full license in about 8 months. It's actually fun being on the road while being tested as long as your nerves are calm.
Richard, tremendous as ever. What strikes me is the number of times you "catch" Gavin doing something well, then telling him, which both validates his decision making and gives confidence. As an example when you first asked Gavin to pull over in a safe place, you said well done, then highlighted that it was tempting to stop in a slightly different place, pointing out why that wouldn't have been a good idea. So you give 2 bits of feedback for one manoeuvre - confirming that the correct decision was made whilst explaining why the other option wasn't a good one. On a recent 50 minute ride with my (now ex) instructor, I didn't hear one single "well done" or "I like what you did" or "that was nice". I know there was plenty in my ride that was pretty good but all I got was negative feedback - needless to say he had now been sacked and I'm with someone else who is excellent. Your teaching style is first class - I get a massive amount from your videos. You're not moving to the North West any time soon are you? 😂😂
Extremely kind words Phil - thank you. Glad you found a good instructor and best of luck with it!
@@Lets-rideUk cheers Richard. 👍👍
Another superb video, well done and thanks for sharing. Special congrats of course go to Gavin! He rode really well.🎉
Superb trainer
Nice :) thank you both for this! Doing my DAS in Oct and videos like this are invaluable
Passed my mod 1 today with mod 2 next week, great video with good clear instructions and observations
Great job - good luck with Mod 2!
My mod 2 for das is on Friday. Wish me luck guys
Best of luck! 🤞
Mine is today too! 😢
Mod 2 today folks! Thanks for videos richard! 🤞
Best of luck! 🤞
@@Lets-rideUk passed yesterday 1 minor 👊
Woohoo! Many congratulations. 🥳
Hi, was wondering at around 0.57 if it would be wise to give way to the pedestrian given the new laws with that type of thing? Also, when stopping somewhere save is it okay to put your foot on the kerb? Cheers for all your video help!
Not in that scenario, no. It's only when turning into or coming out of junctions. Stopping on a busy, fast-ish (40mph) road puts you in considerable danger from inattentive drivers behind. The pedestrian was safe in their island waiting to cross. If they'd started to cross though, different matter altogether! Yes, perfectly fine putting your foot down on the kerb. 👍 Best of luck. 😊
What can be expected if unsure of the speed limit and no repetitive signs are no where near and you were doing an national speed limit on an open stretch of a road before changing direction? On test day can this be a fail if waiting for a repetitive sign due to being unsure and keeping it steady at 30mph but it turns out to be 40mph or national speed limit or could be a minor? To clarify - after direction change - different road there is no speed limit sign at the beginning of it at keeping it low instead of rushing it. Probably a minor?
Thanks,an answer would be appreciated.
If there's no speed limit sign at the beginning of the new road then the speed limit remains the same as the previous road. You can be marked down for riding too slowly but should be ok as long as you correct the speed as soon as you see a repeater sign. If you start holding up traffic and don't correct your speed after the repeater sign then it can develop into a serious fault and a fail.
Quick query. The general rule when changing lane position to left or right of centre (positions 1,2 or 3) is: mirrors/ indicate/ lifesaver/ maneuver so as to alert the biker behind you of your intentions. This is mostly in use before roundabouts and junctions.
Having watched pretty much all of this video i haven't noticed much, if any, of these rules in use. Would it be because the roads are not very large in width and it is fine to stay in the centre?
Any explanation is welcome, thanks.
Mirrors yes, indicate if you're turning at a junction or roundabout but not for small position changes such as overtaking cyclists or moving out for parked cars, lifesaver depending on the size of the position change and circumstance, maneuver. A lifesaver is required if the position change takes you beyond what is visible in yours mirrors so going back to the cyclist example, a lifesaver not generally needed given the move across doesn't take you beyond the information given by the mirror. But if in doubt, lifesaver. 👍
@@Lets-rideUk Thanks for the reply.
I have the Irish test soon and reading through forums, watching videos, asking instructors, etc has me very confused about the whole **changing to lane position 1,2 or 3** scenario.
For example, the instructor i asked never mentioned a lifesaver when changing lane positions but when i read through the forums almost everyone who either passed or failed said that their tester expected - for example - **mirror, indicator, life saver, maneuver** as you change to the left position long before a roundabout.. and again at the roundabout.
I'll go with your advice and how this lad rides in the video above and see how i get on sure.
There's really no need for a lifesaver for a simple, small move of position. A lifesaver is taking your eyes off the road ahead and should be used sparingly. Good luck with it.
@@Lets-rideUk i agree, thanks.
@@Lets-rideUk Passed the A - Category licence test today {means i can drive any bike of any size}.
Like i stated above; in Ireland: before each turn at a junction, before joining a roundabout lane, and lane change... you have to - mirror, lifesaver, indicate, maneuver (to change from centre position to left or right of the lane) and then again at a junction/roundabout - mirror, (possibly the indicator is still on and if not do so), observe left right, and lifesaver directly before the turn/entering roundabout. Pretty much any maneuver that takes you away from the centre requires a lifesaver including taking a bend and moving out around a obstacle.
Of course i don't agree with the amount. I'm guessing it's more E.U. crap to ruin everything as always.
There are pretty much zero videos on taking the Irish bike test but here is one i found if you're interested.
th-cam.com/video/lP74XGmjs5k/w-d-xo.html
Do you think it’s possible and how likely could someone pass their DAS after CBT the. They only book 5 day course would you think they could pass there DAS?
I’ve passed my CBT well completed it and I’m 44 and wanted to move up to a 300cc bike for next bike as I fin d 125cc bikes are a lot harder to be safe than a 300cc I ride on private properly as the bike had more power allowing easy pull offs and control from me at least
I’m hoping I can do it after only a 5 days course but also wanted to ask if I book my DAS which includes training if I’m not ready to go for my mod 1/2 tests can I book more lessons and keep practicing until they think and I think I can pass?
For someone who can ride comfortably and has experience on a big bike already, then we usually book them in for the 4-day course. 👍
I passed my mod 1 yay now unto mod 2.
Unfortunately those twisty country roads car drivers think the speed limit is a target. I just try and wave them past me when they are up my ass using my clutch hand when im on my own. Would that be a fail on my mod 2?
Nice one Steve. Never wave someone past - if someone is being an idiot just pull in at a safe location and let them by. Good luck!