fredc Posted November 11, 2012 Share Posted November 11, 2012 (edited) PM me if you want a copy of the test routesEdit: I have the test routes for every UK test centre Edited November 24, 2012 by fredc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted November 19, 2012 Share Posted November 19, 2012 Just passed my Mod 2 after having to take it for a second time. Didn't fail the first time, had to abandon the test due to radio problems! Nightmare!Learn from my mistake - ANY problems with the radio AT ALL and demand they replace it before you go out. Mine was having intermittent issues, I could hear most things but every now and then it would cut out for short times. I assumed it would get better (BIG mistake) - it got worse, and I couldn't hear the instructions.Had to take my test the following week (very lucky to get a slot so soon), and also I'm now having to claim back all my expenses from the DSA for that day - HUGE hassle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
levante Posted November 20, 2012 Share Posted November 20, 2012 Just passed my Mod 2 after having to take it for a second time. Didn't fail the first time, had to abandon the test due to radio problems! Nightmare!Learn from my mistake - ANY problems with the radio AT ALL and demand they replace it before you go out. Mine was having intermittent issues, I could hear most things but every now and then it would cut out for short times. I assumed it would get better (BIG mistake) - it got worse, and I couldn't hear the instructions.Had to take my test the following week (very lucky to get a slot so soon), and also I'm now having to claim back all my expenses from the DSA for that day - HUGE hassle. Well done,got mine Friday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
levante Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Only just got my test paper back from my instructor.Failed for leaving my lifesavers too late when exiting roundabouts on fourth exit on two counts.Can someone please confirm the routine to me.Approach roundabout in right lane having done a right lifesaver on approach.Looking right as I come on to the roundabout and stay tight to the roundabout.As I level with the last junction before the one I need to take do I signal left first or do a lifesaver before I signal.If I do a lifesaver first do I still do one as I exit.I was passing the junction before,indicated then did the lifesaver as I moved to the junction,examiner said that I had already committed myself before the lifesaver was complete HELP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManInASuitcase Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 None of this mod 2 thingy when I took my test,it was eons ago.When leaving the roundabout I wouldCheck mirrorindicatelifesavermanoeuvre,if safe to do so.Had to think about it sat here,comes naturally when your on the bike.Goodluck Friday Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
levante Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 None of this mod 2 thingy when I took my test,it was eons ago.When leaving the roundabout I wouldCheck mirrorindicatelifesavermanoeuvre,if safe to do so.Had to think about it sat here,comes naturally when your on the bike.Goodluck Friday Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 just over compensate the life saver do one before you indicate then one just before you start to move position this way you are sure to get it right and there is no harm in double checking you wont get marked down for been safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrbarry Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 Only problem I see there is as a new rider looking into the empty lane for my life saver effects the trajectory of the bike, in a very positive manor for exiting a roundabout too! It helps lay the bike down and get the wheels perfectly set up for the switch in direction as I exit, it feels very natural and smooth this way and kinda dictates timing for when I look, I was told my life savers where confident and well timed by my examiner so perhaps you could try something like that? A LS at the wrong time or a double LS may upset the bike and ballance and that would worry me. I'm sure a more experienced rider would disagree but that's what works for my riding HTH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 He's not a NEW rider he is moving up from cbt to full licence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrbarry Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 Ill get my coat..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted November 22, 2012 Share Posted November 22, 2012 shall I order the taxi? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
levante Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Ill get my coat..... Mod 2 passed today....game on! thanks to everyone for the helpful advise.Now to sell the 125 and buy a real bike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrbarry Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Well done Now, 600 or thou lmao. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ManInASuitcase Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Ill get my coat..... Mod 2 passed today....game on! thanks to everyone for the helpful advise.Now to sell the 125 and buy a real bike You can sleep easily now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Mod 2 passed today....game on! thanks to everyone for the helpful advise.Now to sell the 125 and buy a real bike Freaky! a mate of mine passed his today too! well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fredc Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 Mod 2 passed today....game on! thanks to everyone for the helpful advise.Now to sell the 125 and buy a real bike congratulations, well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rigga Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Good on ya mate its a great feeling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nell Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Ill get my coat..... Mod 2 passed today....game on! thanks to everyone for the helpful advise.Now to sell the 125 and buy a real bike Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
levante Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Cheers everyone....roll on Spring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al_stu Posted March 9, 2013 Share Posted March 9, 2013 I know I should really split this into all three sections, but basically..I can't be bothered haha I'll keep it 'short' as plenty of people have written about their experiences in detail and i dont feel I have a lot to add to the details of the test, more the experienceMy friend and I have both taken all this together (I've not yet convinced him to join TMBF but I'll get there)Firstly - I took my CBT and DAS through Mike Williams in Bolton. They were AMAZING. All the instructors were great, patient, had a good laugh. I've already sent one friend their way, I travelled 30 minutes each way from home and passed a few other schools to go there because of their reviews and it was well worth it.CBT - yep easy enough (ish) the school were great. Afterwards they said we're happy to give you a CBT but because you're doing DAS, we'd like you to do a couple of hours more tomorrow (at this point I'm waiting to find out this is a rip off scheme and I didnt make a good choice, but no, it was free!) Just did an extra 2 hrs on the road the following day, and they were right, we felt 100 times better.MOD1 - I failed 2 times, mainly because of nerves, and then just fell apart completely even when I wasnt on test because i lost all my confidence, couldnt do a U turn, couldnt do any tight turn.s without panicking The school were great, they hire the test centre pad out, so I could practise at the weekends on the actual pad, and for at least a good 20/30 mins I couldnt get it, going round and round. The instructor didnt lose his tempter, they changed bikes, tried different styles, used visial prompts, started dancing and singing down the radio to get me to look round (I wish I had it on video lol), even took me round as a pillion to demonstrate technique. They were really great and eventually the penny dropped, FYI, elbow in, a straight arm tends to hinder your turning circle!MOD2 - Well after the MOD1 farce, this was a 'breeze'. Bit of a shock as the school don't 'do' test routes out of principle, but this hadnt actually dawned on me previously so I got a few roads on the test that I didnt recognise, but I realised I could drive them great anyway, and to be honest, isnt that what we should really be aiming for - a good rider, not a rider who remembers the route. Also I did take a wrong turn about 3 minutes into the test so that probably didnt help!All in all a great experience, and the school where honest and upfront, down to when my mate tried to book an extra days training they wouldnt let him because they said to him - you're a good rider, you don't need more tuition, and we're not going to take money off you for no reason. I imagine a lot of schools would gladly just drag you around for the day regardless of whether you needed it or not.The School also ofer a masterclass day out ride (which I will be doing in a month or two) and have regular ride outs with the old students - the fact so many people come back to visit and want to go out riding with them says a lot I think.Anyway, apologies for sticking this all in one post. I may get told off by an admin for being lazy Keep it shiny side up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamo_Delboy Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Passed my module 2 today 1st time.So so happy and cant stop smiling Need to look for a bike now.Thanks to all the staff at Bike-Rite in Rutherglen.Great bunch of people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tango Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Hey....congrats Derek.......happy days mate...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rennie Posted April 14, 2013 Share Posted April 14, 2013 Well done Delboy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Oh god Im takijng my mod 1 for the THIRD time on the 25th If I pass that, then mod 2 is going to kill my bank account Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 Passed today on my first time WOOOHOOO ! Time to sell the jet ski wife and kids and buy a bike lol good luck to all others taking there test And a BIG thanks to city school of motorcycling at seafield rd Edinburgh who advised me all the way through the test Tommy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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