Full Motorcycle Practical Test?

[BuzzardNZ]

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

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

[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 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.

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
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

[KiwiGeek]

Congratulations on passing.

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...e&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

[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.