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Re: Moped CBTI just did my geared bike CBT.
You'll start the day with an over view of a bike's controls, how it works and how to be safe on it. You'll then be taken outside to have a go at riding. At first it'll be slow movement - around walking pace - in a straight(ish!) line. After that, it'll be laps around a car park, figure of 8 and finally emergency stop. The pace at which you progress is entirely down to you here. On an automatic I can see it being very easy indeed.
After you've done the basic controls, they'll assess whether you should be allowed on the road. If so, you'll then spend about 2 hours driving around under instruction by a teacher on a bigger bike behind or in front of you via radio.
I found the only hard part the clutch control - which you won't have to worry about. The rest is pretty straight forward riding tbh. If you've ever driven a car or even ridden a bicycle on the roads, you should be fine.
One little tip: Don't let the nerves get to you. Stay calm and relaxed. If you make a mistake, shake it off and carry on calmly. Above all though, have fun! -
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Re: Moped CBTWhen you go on the road, are you in groups with other people? Or do you have individual instructors?(Original post by mikeyd85)
I just did my geared bike CBT.
You'll start the day with an over view of a bike's controls, how it works and how to be safe on it. You'll then be taken outside to have a go at riding. At first it'll be slow movement - around walking pace - in a straight(ish!) line. After that, it'll be laps around a car park, figure of 8 and finally emergency stop. The pace at which you progress is entirely down to you here. On an automatic I can see it being very easy indeed.
After you've done the basic controls, they'll assess whether you should be allowed on the road. If so, you'll then spend about 2 hours driving around under instruction by a teacher on a bigger bike behind or in front of you via radio.
I found the only hard part the clutch control - which you won't have to worry about. The rest is pretty straight forward riding tbh. If you've ever driven a car or even ridden a bicycle on the roads, you should be fine.
One little tip: Don't let the nerves get to you. Stay calm and relaxed. If you make a mistake, shake it off and carry on calmly. Above all though, have fun! -
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Re: Moped CBTby law, its upto 3 students to an instructor on a CBT, most have 2.(Original post by GreatArtist2012)
When you go on the road, are you in groups with other people? Or do you have individual instructors?
you will usually have one learner in front, then the instructor and the other(s) following, so only one being instructed as such, but all getting the needed practice.
the instructor can talk to you (or sing in my case
), you cant talk back.
as wiggles said, its training, not a test, take it easy and you should be fine.
the only thing you are meant to know beforehand is the highway code.
i 'failed' my first one due to nerves, and not understanding the gears, but then made all the dangerous mistakes on the second try that i 'passed' (like going the wrong side of an island
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remember they are looking to see if you are safe on the roads, not a perfect driver.Last edited by Boristhethird; 04-07-2012 at 18:53. -
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Re: Moped CBTAhh thank you for that(Original post by Boristhethird)
by law, its upto 3 students to an instructor on a CBT, most have 2.
you will usually have one learner in front, then the instructor and the other(s) following, so only one being instructed as such, but all getting the needed practice.
the instructor can talk to you (or sing in my case ), you cant talk back.
as wiggles said, its training, not a test, take it easy and you should be fine.
the only thing you are meant to know beforehand is the highway code.
i 'failed' my first one due to nerves, and not understanding the gears, but then made all the dangerous mistakes on the second try that i 'passed' (like going the wrong side of an island )
remember they are looking to see if you are safe on the roads, not a perfect driver.
Another thing, what does it mean when u derestrict a moped? -
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Re: Moped CBTlooking at your profile, you are 20, so im guessing youll have a scooter rather then a moped(Original post by GreatArtist2012)
Ahh thank you for that
Another thing, what does it mean when u derestrict a moped?
in legal terms,
a moped is a bike of 50cc or less, limited to 30mph
a scooter is an automatic motorcycle of 51cc or more.
im guessing you'll get a 125, so on the CBT you will be restricted to 15bhp (only a 2 stroke will be more then this anyway) -
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Re: Moped CBTSorry, I don't know why my profile says that. I am actually 16.(Original post by Boristhethird)
looking at your profile, you are 20, so im guessing youll have a scooter rather then a moped
in legal terms,
a moped is a bike of 50cc or less, limited to 30mph
a scooter is an automatic motorcycle of 51cc or more.
im guessing you'll get a 125, so on the CBT you will be restricted to 15bhp (only a 2 stroke will be more then this anyway)
Can i derestrict my moped to make it go faster than 40mph? -
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Re: Moped CBTnot realistic on a 50cc(Original post by GreatArtist2012)
Sorry, I don't know why my profile says that. I am actually 16.
Can i derestrict my moped to make it go faster than 40mph?
you might be able to on a 2 stroke one, derestricted, downhill with a backwind...
your insurance would also be invalidated, and youd have youll be riding without a licence, so id advise against it... -
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Re: Moped CBTYou can get them to go up to 40 when de-restricted. It's only legal to de-restrict a 50CC bike when you're 17. And then it changes glass from moped to motorbike or something. And you have to tell you insurer else your insurance becomes invalid.(Original post by GreatArtist2012)
Sorry, I don't know why my profile says that. I am actually 16.
Can i derestrict my moped to make it go faster than 40mph?
If you want a bike that can go up to 80Mph (and Legally) then wait until your 17 and get a 125CC bike.Last edited by Camoxide; 06-07-2012 at 01:16. -
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Re: Moped CBT33mph is fast enough for a moped though, right?(Original post by Camoxide)
You can get them to go up to 40 when de-restricted. It's only legal to de-restrict a 50CC bike when you're 17. And then it changes glass from moped to motorbike or something. And you have to tell you insurer else your insurance becomes invalid.
If you want a bike that can go up to 80Mph (and Legally) then wait until your 17 and get a 125CC bike. -
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Re: Moped CBTIf you're not planning on being in 40 or 50 zones at any point.(Original post by GreatArtist2012)
33mph is fast enough for a moped though, right? -
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Re: Moped CBTno, you'll feel powerless, and get bullied to the side of the road.(Original post by GreatArtist2012)
33mph is fast enough for a moped though, right?
mopeds are scareally dangerous things, not enough power to get out of bat situations. -
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Re: Moped CBTlol ive been on plenty of 40mph zones now after passing my cbt and its been fine(Original post by Camoxide)
If you're not planning on being in 40 or 50 zones at any point.
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Re: Moped CBTYou make it sound easy(Original post by mikeyd85)
I just did my geared bike CBT.
I found the only hard part the clutch control - which you won't have to worry about. The rest is pretty straight forward riding tbh. If you've ever driven a car or even ridden a bicycle on the roads, you should be fine.
One little tip: Don't let the nerves get to you. Stay calm and relaxed. If you make a mistake, shake it off and carry on calmly. Above all though, have fun!
did my get on free ride about a week ago and due to other things I can't do my CBT until late August 
What was it like with traffic as a learner? Found the clutch a tab tricky and I think I'd panic at round abouts; think thats one of my worries.
Noticed your from the North end, are they bike friendly with parking up there? As from my experience they are anti-car-ist. -
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Re: Moped CBTHehe, well, it isn't hard. It's more a confidence thing IMO.(Original post by Tim99)
You make it sound easy did my get on free ride about a week ago and due to other things I can't do my CBT until late August
What was it like with traffic as a learner? Found the clutch a tab tricky and I think I'd panic at round abouts; think thats one of my worries.
Noticed your from the North end, are they bike friendly with parking up there? As from my experience they are anti-car-ist.
Traffic was fine. Our instructors took us to the more quite roads round the area so it was no bother at all. Remember at all times to ride for yourself and to your own ability and you'll be fine.
Plenty of free parking in Leeds for bikes.
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Re: Moped CBTIf you passed your car driving test before 1 February 2001 you don't need to complete a CBT course to ride a moped. However, the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) recommends that you do.
If you passed your car driving test on or after 1 February 2001, you must complete a CBT course to confirm your full moped rights.
