Archive for November, 2009

Nov

25

3rd EU Directive on Driving Licences

By Andy Smith

Once again the Spectre of the 3rd EU Directive on Driving Licences has arisen.  As a member of the Federation of Small Businesses I attended, on behalf of 1st Class Rider Training-Cardiff,  a recent ‘Curry & Questions’ event.  A ‘Question Time’ type of event, on the panel to answer member questions were, Clive Davenport (Federation [...]

Nov

25

Traffic Filtering M48 Severn Bridge

By Andy Smith

1st Class Rider Training-Cardiff is bringing you this information, based on Highways Agency figures.
With the extreme weather conditions experienced in the south Wales are in recent weeks it is worth reminding you of the M48, Severn Bridge, ‘High Winds Protocol’, or Traffic Filtering arrangements.
The What?….  Between 1992 and 1996, 13 vehicles blew over on the [...]

Nov

25

Direct Access Training. What’s the Cost?

By Andy Smith

When booking a ‘Direct Access Course’ please remember that the CBT should be counted as a seperate element.  (The cost of the CBT with 1st Class Rider Training is £125)
After the CBT your Instructor will discuss with you how many days Direct Access Training you may need to take your tests. This further training for [...]

Nov

22

Direct Access Instructor

By Andy Smith

1st Class Rider Training prides itself on the quality of our Direct Access Instructors, (read the testimonial page to see the result).
But what should you look for when choosing an Instructor for your Direct Access Training.  If possible come along and meet us in advance of booking your course.  You can get a fair impression [...]

Nov

19

Moulded Ear Plugs

By Andy Smith

At 1st Class Rider Training-Cardiff we are well aware of the risks to our hearing that are ever present when riding a motorcycle.
Noise damage to the ears is irrepairable and can occur at quite low speeds.  So we have arranged for a representative from Minerva Hearing Solutions, based in Cardiff, to attend the Cardiff Hein [...]

Nov

17

Direct Access Training

By Andy Smith

I have had a few enquiries lately asking me exactly what the Direct Access Training Scheme is.
Direct Access Scheme, or more commonly called, DAS is part of the tiered testing system that exists in the UK.
The Direct Access Scheme enables candidates who are over 21 years of age to train on a ‘big bike’ to [...]