Quick update . . .

First day training today. Did the CBT and got my certificate

Instructor did'nt believe I'd not ridden before, and was impressed

Couple of things I'm still struggling with, but will hopefully get those ironed out before Friday.

Minor mishap on Hunslet Road Leeds today. Stalled at a set of lights and could'nt get it in neutral for the life of me. Sat there for a good 90secs fooking around with traffic flying past or beeping at me, but once I'd sorted it, was away and running again no probs

Really really enjoyed the experience, and to anyone thinking about doing this (STICKY!! ) get on with it

 

has said on the phone Well done matey

 

On my training in the middle of Wakefield town centre i was waiting to turn right and the cut out i pressed the electric start and nothing i was starting to panick as all the cars were stuck behind me. It was only when my instructor rode to the side of me and said "youve knocked the safety cut off switch" i felt are right lemon never thought to check it i just panicked.....can laugh now but i didnt then.
cheers

 

thats it the scoobs up for sale lol

Wrote you a whole book of whats good and bad on the 6 it was my last pleasure before i got the scoob, and i so want to go back....

But then I thought you know what, just go out and enjoy, it has to be one of the best handling bikes out there from stock, your gonna love it....

Ride Safe

 

si how much does the cbt cost
also lessons

stu

 

Stu - with LSM in Leeds, its cost me £670 for the 5 day direct access course.

£670 includes the lot (bike hire, loan of protective gear if you don't have it, insurance, CBT and test fee's)

Only other thing you need to pay for is your theory test, which I think was £30.50

 

Go for it stu..

 

Si, get round for a coffee, you can use my bike out the back and does some u turns... i'll be ready to catch it

 

Well done si good luck mate..

 

I pretty much nailed the U turns on the CG125 today, everyone reckons its easier on a 500 . . so hoping I've got it sussed. We'll see on Thursday. Could do with some tips on passing mind, nerves are kicking in already for Friday . . really really want to pass!!!!

 

You will do mate.....


Spoken to loads alately,who've done there bike test,and said if you can master the Uturn , and keep checking your mirrors, and your life saver check, then rest should all fall in to place......

Did you get my Pm mate....

 

Aye mate I did. Been so tired after getting in from a day on the bike not done much. Will catch you on MSN later

 

IT will be easier on a 500. just try and but the crack of your **** on the edge of the seat the oppesite to which you are turning to counter balance and also try to push your foot down on the foot peg you may find it helps

 

Nice bike Si Fingers crossed for you for Friday mate

 

I failed on my U-turn first time round but nailed it morning of the test 2nd time round, make sure you get a good starting position, and try and do the sharpest part of the U turn in the first half as you don't want to be panicking on the second half. Also as Dave says if you can shift your **** over a bit as a counter weight that'll help. The mirror checks and shoulder checks are essential, remember to move your helmet for the mirror checks as the examiner won't be able to see your eyes That's about it....oh yeh and don't speed

Best of luck mate and try to enjoy it it'll make for a better ride.

 

I was following you at Blyten
as far as I could see you have already gone 2 wheeled

Bez

PS yes nice bike

 

PING!

 

Double Ping.....

Ducati 1098R



186 BHP & £24k which includes traction control and some carbon....

 

Just the right back bracking bike you want... Nice but...... Not when an R1 Stuffs it up the inside. Ducati would soon get out the way.. .
You wil never see one of them getting wet.. Nice bike Al...

 

That's all true mate..... A R1 would see it of as it is a bit of a brute in thre twisties apparently... But for presence there's nothing like some Italian flair and styling...