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Monthly Archives: March 2012
Stepping Up, Stepping Out. Richard and Mike, seen here taking a break on their Direct Access Step Up day, to move up from a 125 to the 600cc bikes. Out enjoying the Sunshine. Both did their CBT with other companies but chose us for the remaining training to gain their full bike licences. With Module 1 tests booked for April, both looking forward to getting it done. Well done to you both for a great day, enjoying the ‘sites’ in Nantgarw yesterday. Also, congratulations to Paul who passed his Mod 1 test on Monday but was so excited he went home before I could get his picture taken. (He was off to a bike shop I think!!)
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Time to go Shopping. No more looking at brochures, its time to start shopping for a new bike! Congratulations to Garry who passed his Module 2 Bike Test in Newport today. Well done to him for a great ride with just 1 minor rider fault. He’ll be trading his 125 for a 600. He’s looking at a Honda Hornet or something similar. Enjoy it Garry. Nice one.
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Our New Training Fleet? Unfortunately not! 1st Class Rider Training played host to a Cardiff Advanced Rider Group (RoSPA) for a training day today. The training was for potential Approved Tutors within the group. The tutors have all proved themselves worthy of a RoSPA Gold or Silver Grade and will act as tutors for new associates joining the group. The day started with a written exam before a First Aid presentation by former Paramedic and Marine Medic, Steve who is a member of the Swansea Group. Then some slow control exercises proving that the tutors are able to handle their bikes with skill and expert balance. Then it was out on the road for an afternoon of on road training and tutoring, paying a visit to Abergavenny and the Brecon Beacons. A good day was had by all. If you are interested in joining the RoSPA Group or in taking the Advanced Test then please give us a call.
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Back to Biking Course. Paul instructs Chris on his Back to Biking Course today. Chris last rode 15years ago, but under Paul’s guidance quickly regained his skills and took to the open road, visiting Norms Bikers Cafe in the Vale of Glamorgan. Chris is hoping to hire a bike on a forthcoming trip to America and feels well equipped to do so after clocking up a few miles with us. Have a great trip. Nice one.
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CBT yesterday. Paul guides our students, Jamie, Kevin, Mike & Curtis through the first stages of their on site training for their CBT yesterday. This sunny Saturday saw them all successfully complete their training after a road ride, taking a break at McDonald’s in Pontprennau during the on road session. Well done to them.
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A Cracking word of Warning. If you want to avoid a ‘Close Shave’. When it comes to passing your practical bike tests you only have a certain period of time to complete all the elements of your training and tests. It all hinges on the term of your theory test. The theory test is valid for 2 years and both of your practical tests must be taken and passed within that time. If you do not take your tests before the end of the 2 years then you must complete the theory test again and if you have completed the Module 1 test (but not the module 2 test), then you must start from scratch again and you will have to re-take your Module 1 test again. Also, if your CBT Certificate expires then that will have to be renewed and retaken. as well. So don’t delay. Check the date on your theory test pass certificate and get your tests done before it runs out. Get your skates on……
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Like Father like Son. Pictured here is Kevin & Carl who both passed their Mod 1 tests at the first attempt and have now both passed their Mod 2 tests in Newport. Well done to them both. It seems like an R1 and an R6 will be out on the road in and around South Wales very soon. 1st Class!
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Just call him Claty… Pictured here on his cbt this week is James, or Claty to his mates. Even his trainers are named ‘James’ & ‘Claty’ !! At just 16 but with extensive Moto X experience he proved to be a really nice rider. Very capable and confident and now out with his mates on his new scoot. So if his trainers are named James & Claty…. what’s his scooter called. Well done to you. Keep it safe out there.
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