That's The Theory...

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  1. Octoberon

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    #1 Octoberon, Jul 23, 2020
    A small milestone was passed today in our biking household as Rachel (significant other) passed her motorcycle theory test! She's one step closer to her Speedmaster dream, possibly via my Street Triple. Next up, a direct access course.
     
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  2. Bad Billy

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    #2 Bad Billy, Jul 23, 2020
    Nice one! Best kiss goodbye to your bike after she passes Direct Access! :p
     
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  3. MadMrB

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    #3 MadMrB, Jul 23, 2020
    Congratulations Rachel, well done! :cool:

    Hopefully she will attend next years GMU on her own wheels :) - Triumph not Ducati :p
     
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  4. Octoberon

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    #4 Octoberon, Jul 23, 2020
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    Thanks. I've passed on your congrats. :) At this rate she'll be more popular than me next year. Oh hang on... ;)
     
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  5. Octoberon

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    #5 Octoberon, Jul 23, 2020
    It'll be worth it. Probably. :D
     
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  7. Octoberon

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    #7 Octoberon, Jul 23, 2020
    Done. Thank you. :)
     
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    Well done Rachel:cool:
     
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  9. Foxy1

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    #9 Foxy1, Jul 23, 2020
    If my missus can do it, anyone can...............
     
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  10. Don the Don

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    #10 Don the Don, Jul 23, 2020
    Great news, well done
     
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  11. Wessa

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    #11 Wessa, Jul 23, 2020
    Congratulations Rachel :cool::cool:
     
  12. Sandi T

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    #12 Sandi T, Jul 24, 2020
    Way to go, Rachel! Another woman added to the fold. Soon. :):grinning: Is the "theory" course the classroom / didactic part of the course? And the "direct access" the range / riding part?
     
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  13. Wessa

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    #13 Wessa, Jul 24, 2020
    Spot on @Sandi T.
     
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  14. Octoberon

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    #14 Octoberon, Jul 24, 2020
    Thanks Sandi. I've passed on yours and everyone else's congratulation. Bikers are such nice people. :)
     
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    #15 freck, Jul 24, 2020
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    The theory part of the test here is in two parts; a set of multiple choice questions and a hazard perception test video. You take them both on the same day and have to pass both to obtain a Theory Pass. This lasts for 2 years, so you need to pass your practical test before then or you’ll have to do the theory again.
    The practical test is in 2 parts as well, Mod 1 (manoeuvring and bike control - not on public road) and Mod 2. (on road riding)
    You do these on separate days and must pass Mod 2 within 6 months of passing Mod 1 or you’ll have to do Mod 1 again.
    The ‘Direct Access’ bit refers to being able to take your test on a bigger bike if you’re old enough (over 24) whereas young ‘uns are restricted on bike size/power for a period before they can progress.
    There’s also the Compulsory Basic Training that everyone has to do now before being able to ride on the road at all.
    It’s certainly much more difficult to get a full licence now than when I were a lad. Some would say it’s why there’s less youngsters riding but I think it’s better to have the enhanced training.

    BTW, forgot to say, Congratulations Rachel, well done. :grinning: :party:
     
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    #16 Tiglet, Jul 24, 2020
    Well done lass :)
     
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  17. Octoberon

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    #17 Octoberon, Aug 12, 2020
    Bit of an update - direct access booked for September.

    What a faff it is getting your licence these days. :rolleyes:
     
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    #18 MadMrB, Aug 12, 2020
    Best start finding hiding places for your keys :p

    Good luck Rachel :)
     
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  19. Octoberon

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    #19 Octoberon, Aug 12, 2020
    I've already said she can ride my Street Triple until she gets her own bike. :scream:
     
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  20. Sandi T

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    #20 Sandi T, Aug 13, 2020
    You are a generous partner...and a brave man, Octoberon. ;):eek:
     
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