OK, so I have done 6 months on my restricted, so I can go and do the course that will wipe 6 months off the restricted period. So during the course of my investigations, I came across some information, that I thought I would pass on.
First, LTNZ, in all their fantastic wisdom has surprised us by actually doing something we wanted. Apparently all defensive driving courses are being overhauled, possibly from the last month or so. There is now a practical component at the end of 8 hours.
Some really smart training schools (aka AA Driver Training) say they cater for motorcycles... you sit your theory stuff... and they then take you out in a car to assess your learningBrilliant idea for those of us that don't have cage licenses
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Passrite will allow you to do the practical on a motorbike. If you need one supplied, its extra. The motorcycle will obviously have to match what you are allowed to ride legally. The instructor will then follow you as you ride, on their own bike. Apparently you stop after 20 minutes, get a debrief, ride, debrief, etc. IIRC, the practical is 1 hour or something.
Passrite courses are 4 nights, with a duration of 2 hours a night. 2x Monday, 2x Wednesday. Information is here, and from links on the same page. Cost is $145.
For those of you outside the main centres that Passrite can cater for (Auckland is good for something) you would probably have to check with LTNZ or AA or something.
Personally, I think BRONZ would be even better.... but hey, that will probably be along in a few years, when LTNZ once again thinks they are revolutionary. But if this weird thing will drop 6 months off the restricted, then thats what we have to do. Will let you know how it goes, as I start on 12 June.
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