Foxy Stoat seeks Pig

I have read that MOD 1 is the hard bit but I think i was more confident of the MOD 1 because it was down to me, none else could interfere, with the MOD 2 it seems there are so many other variables to take into account. Life savers im doing but sometimes looking both sides instead of either just left or right, i feel safer taht way but not sure if i will get marked down for that? so much going through my mind. trying to anticipate the route or roundabouts he might take me on, impossible really. i might be overthinking all this. Got a whole week of this to look forward too

It was a full on day. 9am – 4pm. Not sure how many miles we covered but strangely I don’t feel as confident going into this one as I did with my MOD 1 or maybe it just feels that way. Already I’m nervous. There just seem like so much can go wrong, me, peds, cyclists other cars/bikes. Felt like he was in my ear a lot throughout the day. I can only hope that is because he is training me to a higher level than the examiners expect to see (as he did on my MOD 1) I will be out practicing every evening after work this week. Maybe I’m being to had on myself, all will be revealed on Friday.

Also part way through, just one more hurdle to clear....MOD 2 test next Friday. Final day of training this Saturday. Bike on the drive begging me to ride it. Got to pass!

Well done. It felt great to pass my MOD 1 and with just over a week to go for my MOD 2 test, nerves are starting to kick in now. Good luck for tomorrow.

That's true regarding second hand stuff. I thought about bypassing it but as it's a safety feature I would probably rather keep it.

Took it off, opened it up and the spring was dry as a bone. Lubed it up good and it's working better although doesn't fully extend as I would like it to, BUT the bike does engage gear now which was the problem. So for now its working, I guess only time will tell how long for.

Living proof right here.

Found a few on switches on eBay for around a tenner, used of course. Seem easy enough if i can find where the cable connectors plug in.

Just had a look definitely sticking. Managed to pulled it about another 0.5cm with a screwdriver. It went in to gear no problem. So I plan to take off tomorrow give it a good clean and lube to hopefully free it up, unless its it just knackered? Would give it a go now but it's bloody dark out there

Ok thanks, is that a big/expensive job. Had quick look on Ebay could couldn't see any in the UK.

So my bike starts fine, I lift the kick stand up, put into first and then engine cuts. Not much information to go on I know but any ideas? Thanks

Actually to say I have missed the best part of the year is not really fair. I have used those months to get some road mileage experience for my tests

This make for some interesting reading. My FZ6 was delivered in the week, been out as pillion......scary. So i cant go anywhere until at least beginning October (if...big if....i pass MOD 2 of course) So my timing seems more than a little off as i've missed the best part of year and soon be into winter. I really want to give it a go on teh bike but the car will be sat on the drive looking all dry and warm on the inside and might be just too tempting if its cold/throwing it down. Ice and snow definitely will be using the car.

Harsh. This one my only real concern with the MOD 1 test - nerves + U-turn. You will smash it next time!

This. I looked at the U-Turn lines on my training and said there is no way that is 7 metres apart, instructor just smiled and nodded at me as if to say yes it is now get on with it. so I did. Test day came and I couldn't believe how much more room I had, I was cursing him under my helmet.

Monetary value is not huge but still my bike. Think I will go cheaper chain and lock route. Already have an anchor to chain it to and a cover. I guess like you say if they want it they will get it. My mate has a speed triple and only uses a bicycle lock on it.

Ah right. i found some on Ebay that is 16mm so i was just going by size and assuming it was decent stuff.

Took me some time but I have worked my way through this thread from start to finish ( as I did with the MOD 1 thread before my test). Really hope I get to post a good news story in here soon. Would it be churlish to say I’m jealous of you guys? Well I am . My time will come…..i hope.

Point taken but I’m not so sure they it could be moved, even with my over-cautious paranoia I can’t see how they would move the bike, could knock down the side of two houses either side of the bike I guess, bit noisy though. Hope I’m never proved wrong. Believe me its a PITA to move with no cars in the way!! Still need a chain though, need to measure up later.

I’m always looking to save a few quid where I can (thrift is my middle name). I understand that Almax and Pragmasis chain are the best but come with a hefty price tag. I could pick up some 16mm galvanised mooring chain for around £16 a metre. I would only be looking to use these on days during the winter when I don’t fancy taking the bike and its left at home. Other than tha overnight it is parked in front of two cars and there is no possible way it could be taken unless: a) They hire a crane. b) They steal both cars first So I’m wondering if mooring chain would be sufficient? I have an anchor it would be looped around but I would need about 2.5 – 3 metres to have plenty to play with. Ready to be shot down in flames if this is a stupid idea but just looking for cheaper alternatives. Thanks

CBT (although i guess this could differ depending on training ground size) and MOD 1 the cones are 6m apart for the figure of eight, 4.5m apart for the slalom and 7.5m distance between white lines for U turn. My figure of 8's on MOD 1 were all clutch control. Up to 2000k revs and all clutch control I don't remember the CBT much, all a bit of a blur really.......and it was only in May.

I had a similar experience myself and then out on the roads the youngster was totally different and lacking confidence as he'd never ridden on the roads before where I was more confident on the roads being a 20 year veteran in cars Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Same, this lad ran a red light. He wasn't so smug then after the bollocking from the instructor. I would have laughed but it was bloody dangerous so i was just glad he came through unscathed.

From my limited experience so far i would recommend using a geared bike. I had zero experience on a bike before my CBT but I wouldn't fancy trying to learn the gears on my own, im sure it can be done but wasnt for me, had enough to think about first time i was out on my own. Also, if like me, you have a young lad whizzing about on a twist & go telling you how easy it all is then just ignore him and concentarte of what you are trying to achieve......

Would the gloves be suitable for winter riding?