Getting closer to my Test! - Page 2

**NedLudd** · 22 Aug 07, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by cmjp

My trainer also explained that motorcycle testers were mostly motorcycle enthusiasts who wanted new safe riders riders on the road. Best of luck for your test. Confidence is the key (imho).

Bullseye - I think that's quite right. I have the same impression: there's a clan mentality and they're looking to be persuaded to admit people to it, so long as that can be reconciled with their basic safety. I don't think car examiners think in quite the same way.

**dix17** · 25 Aug 07, 05:12 PM

done my cbt today no probs weird riding on the road at first as apposed to mx

instructer rekons no probs for the das course next week

and he is a ducati owner

says his pass rate is currently 72 % so

feeling good

**kempy** · 25 Aug 07, 05:43 PM

Congrats

I can't really offer any advice for the DAS as i passed mine so long ago {17 yrs} that i really don't remember it too well {well, i remember the test but any tips i may have used} also it has changed a lot since i did it.
I guess the likes of Stu 2K7 {and others} who passed recently are the ones to help here.
All the best for test day.

**Steve GD** · 25 Aug 07, 05:57 PM

Dix, well done on the CBT. When is the DAS test, btw? You do realise that you have to buy a virtual round of drinks when you pass , don't you?

**dix17** · 25 Aug 07, 06:29 PM

np steve

its the 5th at 10.10 in the morning

**Ollie** · 25 Aug 07, 06:38 PM

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Originally Posted by dix17

np steve

its the 5th at 10.10 in the morning

so this means that you will be riding to the national meet then,

I must admit i had a great DAY teaching CBT today, was really sorted, two people that would listed, gorgeous weather, and what more could you ask for!!

oh and 2 hours of solid riding!!!!

**dix17** · 25 Aug 07, 06:46 PM

man was it hot after going around the town we got out on the open road and had a blast i was so glad of the fresh air coming into my lid i can tell ya

**Stu2K7** · 25 Aug 07, 08:26 PM

Well done dix, good luck with your DAS!

Stu

**Ollie** · 26 Aug 07, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by dix17

man was it hot after going around the town we got out on the open road and had a blast i was so glad of the fresh air coming into my lid i can tell ya

ahh i bet you had your visor down gignt you lol, its not often i have mine down to be honest..

..now for your test there is one massive piece of advice for you.

RELAX!!!

just drop your elbows and shoulders ok and it will make you relaxed and not rigid, then you will be at one with the bike!!!

Good luck, not that i think you will be needing it!

**ducbird** · 29 Aug 07, 08:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dix17

done my cbt today no probs weird riding on the road at first as apposed to mx

instructer rekons no probs for the das course next week

and he is a ducati owner

says his pass rate is currently 72 % so

feeling good

Well done dix17
good luck for the 5th

**dix17** · 03 Sep 07, 04:02 PM

thanks guys

done my first day today good fun a bit nervous ive got a honda cb 500 it goes ok ,been riding all day completely knackerd from thinking and planning etc

one more day tomorrow and then my test on wednesday

doesnt seem like ive been riding long enough but the guy says me and my mate will be fine

hope so

its alot different riding a bike on the road to a car lol

**Stu2K7** · 03 Sep 07, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by dix17

thanks guys

done my first day today good fun a bit nervous ive got a honda cb 500 it goes ok ,been riding all day completely knackerd from thinking and planning etc

one more day tomorrow and then my test on wednesday

doesnt seem like ive been riding long enough but the guy says me and my mate will be fine

hope so

its alot different riding a bike on the road to a car lol

Sounds like your doing well and yes it is exhausting...I remember that well, lol. Good luck for Wednesday I hope you pass

Stu

**sweetpea** · 03 Sep 07, 06:35 PM

Don't forget to let us know how you get on and we will be thinking off you. What time is the test?

**Oldie** · 04 Sep 07, 07:06 AM

All the advice you need has been given already. So all I will say is good luck and I will keep
my fingers crossed.

Rick

**johnrose** · 04 Sep 07, 10:45 AM

Passed in June and lifesavers are important but do not feel like a 'learner'.
On the road because you are probably already a good driver/rider and just improving
things.
Sounds cliched but enjoying ride really helps
Good luck