CBTA vs NZTA Test (R) - which is easier?

[djhnz]

Which is easier out of the CBTA and the NZTA/AA Testing to get your restricted?

[Ulsterkiwi]

Which is easier out of the CBTA and the NZTA/AA Testing to get your restricted?

I've had my learners 6 months, and can't stand the L plate. I haven't done that much riding. Mostly just from to town and around the city. I'm confident around town and in traffic. Haven't done any open road though. If I go on the motorway i just take my car - and will probably keep it that way purely because of the fact i don't trust other drivers at that speed. Although I know I will need to go on the motorway for my restricted (CBTA or NZTA).

My question...which is easier out of the two options?


Thanks,

do you want easier or for the test to mean something? I did the NZTA Restricted test and the CBTA Full. I would say the restricted was much 'easier' but the CBTA actually assessed my riding much more thoroughly. Whatever you do get some training, confidence and skills will go way up.

[Akzle]

I've had my learners 6 months, and can't stand the L plate.

then take the cunt off.




but srsly, if you're a dweeb, you need to get some l33t skils. whether you like it or not. so man the fuck up.

[Ender EnZed]

Haven't done any open road though. If I go on the motorway i just take my car

That statement does not inspire much confidence in your ability to ride a motorcycle.

What do you ride and where do you ride? If it's a scooter and central Auckland then I guess you're better off than riding a bicycle. Otherwise, you should probably grow a pair or give up.


Do the CBTA, it includes a teaching aspect as well as assessment.

[Gremlin]

CBTA will give you better skills, because (as above), there is a teaching element and it's more thorough.

I honestly think this is the first time the question has been asked...

[tigertim20]

If you're a competent rider, you'll pass either one.

sounds like you just want the easy pass.

[Tazz]

[BlackSheepLogic]

That statement does not inspire much confidence in your ability to ride a motorcycle.

+1 Learner/Restricted gives you time to learn and gain confidence in riding. When your ready for a full license the test won't be a barrier.

[TheDemonLord]

I did my CBTA1 and I can recommend it as a good test of your skills. If you are worried that your skills arent up to scratch, then you can do the $20 Ride Forever course which is good prep for going from your L to R

[Erelyes]

If you think you're a shit rider take your chances on the R
If you think you're decent, go for the CBTA

[Mike.Gayner]

I've had my learners 6 months, and can't stand the L plate.

I haven't done that much riding. Mostly just from to town and around the city.

If I go on the motorway i just take my car - and will probably keep it that way purely because of the fact i don't trust other drivers at that speed.

I've never said this to anyone before, but I don't think you're ready for a license. You're obviously not experienced or confident enough. Ride your fucking bike more.

[george formby]

My G/F just got her NZTA "R" licence. Test took about two hours. Mainly urban riding. Failing to execute compulsory instructions is an immediate fail. On the other hand you have 25 opportunity's to fuck up something minor & still pass.

If you doubt your ability to pass the test get some training and professional opinion on where your riding ability is at.
No point on shitting your test because of nerves or self doubt. Get that question answered first.

[f2dz]

The NZTA test would be easier.

The CBTA is better. Plus it removes the 6 month mandatory license period to sit on Ls.

You'll always have people telling you to ride without an L plate on your learners but just remember this will void your insurance as this counts as riding out of the conditions of your license – assuming you have insurance of course.

[Mike.Gayner]

You'll always have people telling you to ride without an L plate on your learners but just remember this will void your insurance as this counts as riding out of the conditions of your license – assuming you have insurance of course.

That's unlikely to be true. The insurer will certainly try to decline a claim, but they will give in if you challenge them on it. Section 11 of the Insurance Law Reform Act provides that if you can demonstrate that a breach of your license conditions didn't contribute to the accident then the insurer can't deny your claim.

[biketimus_prime]

Do us a favor and please get more riding experience before considering doing your restricted. When I first started riding I thought it would be years before I would be confident enough to pass my restricted, but I have no doubt I will pass it if I go now after only a few months of riding every day.

Moving through the licences while possessing the minimal roadcraft skills is a disaster waiting to happen and you're a fucking idiot if one of your reasons you want to move on is because the L plate looks dumb. I don't want to pay more in ACC because you want to turn up to parties on your R1 as soon as possible and show it to your jerkoff mates and hoes.