Full Motorcycle Practical Test?

[aman.sehdev]

Hi everyone,

I am a new member on this website. I came across this website when I was looking for some pointers for full motorcycle license practical test. I couldn't find any useful information that was posted after the recent changes introduced to motorbike licensing system. Hence, I thought I should post something as I had just appeared in the full practical test two days ago. So here goes...

I was eligible for overseas conversion of my license, so I went straight from learners to full license. I booked my test in Pukekohe on last Friday at 4pm. There were couple of reasons to book the test at this time. First the day being Friday, the happy feeling of beginning of the weekend. Secondly, it was 4 pm so I anticipated the peak traffic, which means less riding and less need to focus on the speed as you are just maintaining the safe distance with other vehicles. Everything worked out the way, I had planned.

Before I started the test, I was quite confused about the speed limit as my motorbike�s (most of the bikes) speedo is roughly seven kms faster at the speed of 50 kms p/h. I asked the testing officer about this and he told me to follow the road speed. Following his instructions I rode between 50-55 kms p/h. He gave me a radio piece to communicate the instructions, which was quite useless as it had lot of echo. Anyways we started off from Subway road, the officer was following me in his car. As I mentioned earlier about the traffic, it was really busy. We had to stop for long durations at the stop and give way signs. He took me around to 10-12 different streets and didn�t bother going towards high speed zones. Pukekohe has got too many roundabouts, so most of the time was spent on give way signs. Before I realised, he took me back to the testing station in about 25 minutes of riding. He asked me to wait outside the office, and I was sitting there quite nervous as I wasn�t sure what�s going to be the result. I thought I may have failed the test as I couldn�t follow his instructions for three times because of the useless radio earpiece. In about five minutes, he came out and told everything went okay, you did well. He gave me my temporary license and explained the conditions etc.

The good thing was, because of the traffic, he didn�t get a chance to take me to the high speed zone or ask the hazards and performing a U-turn etc. Although, I had done a lot of practice but still there�s always a slight chance, where you may end up screwing the whole thing.
The best thing about my day was, when I reached home and took off the L plate right away and then listed my LAMS motorbike on trademe.
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I hope the above information helps you in gaining the confidence and motivation to attempt for your full test. I am more than happy to answer any questions that you may have about my test or the full test.
Thanks,
Aman

[BlackSheepLogic]

You should consider doing the Class 6F CBT assessment even tho you have a full license because it sounds like your still not sure of yourself on the bike.

[FJRider]

The best thing about my day was, when I reached home and took off the L plate right away and then listed my LAMS motorbike on trademe.


Removing the L plate is one thing ... but I might suggest getting a bit more riding time on NZ roads and in NZ traffic first.

[oneofsix]

Congratulations on passing your restricted. You might want to remove that TradeMe listing, until you have your F you still require it. The fact that you had to remove your L plate means you must still be on 6R and therefore LAMS restricted. The fact that you didn't know this :crazy: Spend some time with people that will help you imporve your riding, such as NASS, SASS or the ACC courses (mos well get some of your rego back) and good luck with your riding until you have the skills to make luck unnecessary.

[haydes55]

Congratulations on passing your restricted. You might want to remove that TradeMe listing, until you have your F you still require it. The fact that you had to remove your L plate means you must still be on 6R and therefore LAMS restricted. The fact that you didn't know this :crazy: Spend some time with people that will help you imporve your riding, such as NASS, SASS or the ACC courses (mos well get some of your rego back) and good luck with your riding until you have the skills to make luck unnecessary.


From what he said, I think his international license transferred to a full license after doing the full test?

[oneofsix]

All good then

[tcshred]

Why do they follow in a car? If they can't ride a bike they have no place to assess someone else... another reason they should just make CBTA the only route to licensing.

[Monsterbishi]

Why do they follow in a car? If they can't ride a bike they have no place to assess someone else... another reason they should just make CBTA the only route to licensing.

You do know that there are a few of us out here in the world that can operate more than one type of motor vehicle don't you?

[FJRider]

Why do they follow in a car? If they can't ride a bike they have no place to assess someone else... another reason they should just make CBTA the only route to licensing.

They don't have to know how to ride a motorcycle.


They do need to know ... that YOU know how to ride a motorcycle. All YOU have to do is PROVE it ...

[aman.sehdev]

You should consider doing the Class 6F CBT assessment even tho you have a full license because it sounds like your still not sure of yourself on the bike.

I am quite an experienced rider as I have ridden the motorbikes for more than 6 years, however you are right in saying that I need to get more experience on New Zealand roads. I have been riding a lot lately and also thinking of joining a group where I can go for some long rides down the countryside. :woohoo:

[aman.sehdev]

You should consider doing the Class 6F CBT assessment even tho you have a full license because it sounds like your still not sure of yourself on the bike.

Thanks for the suggestion, as I said previously I have been practising a lot lately. It keeps getting better and better and I can't wait to get a bigger motorbike.

[BuzzardNZ]

Why do they follow in a car? If they can't ride a bike they have no place to assess someone else... another reason they should just make CBTA the only route to licensing.

In my day, the cop sat on the back ( i.e. pillion )

[aman.sehdev]

In my day, the cop sat on the back ( i.e. pillion )

That wouldn't have been strange. How did they communicate?

[The Reibz]

I would stay away from group rides especially as a beginner as you may feel pressured to keep up and try and ride beyond your ability. With group rides if there is ever an accident more than 1 rider usually goes down. If you must do a group ride stay well spaced from other riders.

Shut the fuck up

[bogan]

In my day, the cop sat on the back ( i.e. pillion )

In your day? that was last week, and that wasn't his baton :eek:

[BuzzardNZ]

In your day? that was last week, and that wasn't his baton :eek:

Might explain why he repeatedly kept asking me to brake hard and then immediately accelerate! :buggerd:

[Swivel]

You should consider doing the Class 6F CBT assessment even tho you have a full license because it sounds like your still not sure of yourself on the bike.

True when I got my 6R I was confident when I was told to return to the testing station. never a doubt in my mind I had failed.

[Swivel]

Congratulations on passing your restricted. You might want to remove that TradeMe listing, until you have your F you still require it. The fact that you had to remove your L plate means you must still be on 6R and therefore LAMS restricted. The fact that you didn't know this :crazy: Spend some time with people that will help you imporve your riding, such as NASS, SASS or the ACC courses (mos well get some of your rego back) and good luck with your riding until you have the skills to make luck unnecessary.

I think he went straight from 6L to 6F

[Swivel]

They don't have to know how to ride a motorcycle.


They do need to know ... that YOU know how to ride a motorcycle. All YOU have to do is PROVE it ...

100% correct they are the assessor not us, they can actuallly assess the rider better and easier following in a car I would imagine.

[Swivel]

Removing the L plate is one thing ... but I might suggest getting a bit more riding time on NZ roads and in NZ traffic first.

I remember when I got my 6R I too couldn't wait to get rid of the L plate what a memorable day that was, when I shared my delight and success,some replies were that they never bothered using the L plate.

[kiwi-on-wheels]

The sass rides are really good, they stick the less experianced guys at the front right behind the route leader, who moderates speed based on experiance, the rest of the guys toddle along behind. Really good way to learn imho, following a more experianced riders lines

[PrincessBandit]

I am quite an experienced rider as I have ridden the motorbikes for more than 6 years, however you are right in saying that I need to get more experience on New Zealand roads. I have been riding a lot lately and also thinking of joining a group where I can go for some long rides down the countryside. :woohoo:

Group rides have their own challenges and can vary immensely in safety and enjoyment depending on who is in the group.
I'd stick with riding solo, or perhaps with one other person who you can trust to have your best interests at heart as well as their own. Each person is responsible for their own safety but a thoughtful riding partner who is aware of your limitations/concerns/inexperience is a bonus.

Perhaps also consider keeping your phone on your person while riding too, instead of in a topbox or tank bag. That way your means of communication is always handy should you come off and be parted from your wheels.

[Mrs Shrek]

Group rides have their own challenges and can vary immensely in safety and enjoyment depending on who is in the group.
I'd stick with riding solo, or perhaps with one other person who you can trust to have your best interests at heart as well as their own. Each person is responsible for their own safety but a thoughtful riding partner who is aware of your limitations/concerns/inexperience is a bonus.

Perhaps also consider keeping your phone on your person while riding too, instead of in a topbox or tank bag. That way your means of communication is always handy should you come off and be parted from your wheels.

Great advice :yes:
The one time I had my phone in my top box instead of my pocket I really needed it! It is really hard to attract someone's attention when you are laying in long grass off the side of the road and your bike is on the other side in it's own patch of long grass :sweatdrop

[KiwiGeek]

Congratulations on passing. :niceone:

One thing I would suggest is, if you have not already done it, is the Ride Forever courses. Once I have run the new bike in I am going to Bronze course since I am still on my L plate. The course for those on their full licence is only $50 for a full days training.

http://www.rideforever.co.nz/training/

[Scubbo]

just did the CBF test with Phillip at - http://www.riderskills.co.nz/default.asp?pageref=coursedates&rightbar=none&courseid=CBF

easy to understand the process and was cheaper than others around, will definitely be back to get some practical training in the near future--- for now have to wait another month before I can get the mugshot and proper license :sick:

[Erelyes]

The good thing was, because of the traffic, he didn�t get a chance to take me to the high speed zone or ask the hazards and performing a U-turn etc. Although, I had done a lot of practice but still there�s always a slight chance, where you may end up screwing the whole thing.

With my (CBTA based) full test, we went on a 'pre-test ride' beforehand where he made it clear he wasn't assessing anything. He got me to match speed with him down a certain straight stretch, told me we were doing 50, and to note my speedo's reading and adjust accordingly. Worked a treat.

Oh yeah, x2 on doing a Ride Forever course. Best $50 you can spend.

[Flip]

It's been a few decades since I did my full test, but good on you for passing. The $50 ride forever gold course I did a few months ago was money very well spent. I really enjoy doing the courses as it resets some of the bad habits I have picked up over the last 40 years riding and makes me think about what in hell I am doing and why.