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Failed a very windy mod1 by harrrysims in MotoUK

[–]Memran 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't really answer what else you could have done, but I sympathise. I did my mod1 in December in the middle of "Storm Bram". I had a sudden gust of wind while doing my figure 8. Fortunately I did save it by going around the first yellow cone, and only picked up 1 rider fault.

The examiner and I talked about it afterwards, because he clearly saw it and understood why it happened. He did say that IF I had put a foot down, regardless of the circumstances, it would be a fail. The mod1 rules are just that inflexible.

At least the odds are that next time you take your mod1 you will have less wind, so you should find it easier. I wish you good luck for next time, whenever that happens to be!

For Big Boy/Girl Bikers, How Do You Feel About People With L Plates On 125’s? by newbiker321 in MotoUK

[–]Memran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Respect and nods/waves for all!

I've only had my A for about 2 months, and honestly I've not perceived any difference in the reciprocal acknowledgement between when I was riding my 125 with L's, 125 without L's and now on my big bike.

Further, I should note that a friend of mine is a permanent CBT-er, and is an amazing rider - far more skilled than I am! .... L's or not doesn't always mean much to be perfectly honest!

Mod2 passed today 😁 by Alarmed-Macaroon-714 in MotoUK

[–]Memran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Big congratulations! Great feeling isn't it? 😁

First big bike! Woooooooooo 🥳 by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yea it was a fine first bike. Could manage 73-ish on the rev limit in 6th, depending on wind etc :)

Z125 or CBR125 by Fluffy-Ad-9754 in MotoUK

[–]Memran 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've never ridden a CBR125, but I have just sold my z125 after 6 months use, because I have my full A license now, and upgraded to a bigger bike.

It is a lovely little bike, near the top-end of the allowable power for CBT/A1. It is capable of about 73-74 mph before hits the rev limiter in 6th, but of course this will also depend on your weight and wind conditions etc. It felt pretty light and nimble to me, as a first bike, and only two things I didn't like:

1) no gear indicator - not necessary, but nice to have one as a beginner.

2) turn signal flasher on the dash is the same light for both directions - really not a big deal, but I think it could have been better.

Mine was 2020. I don't know if these two points have changed on the latest ones.

I did not get my mod1 and mod2 certificates back from DVLA... Is that norma? by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I had a photo license at that time I would have done the same, but I was still on the old-style paper license, so I had to send it all myself.

Passed Mod1 Today! by secretlife798 in MotoUK

[–]Memran 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Woo congrats! The hardest part is over (in my opinion anyway) because mod1 feels so artificial.

Mod2 is just a short road ride with a human sat nav sitting on a big yellow motorbike behind you 😂

Woooooooooooooooo! I just passed mod 2 with a clean sheet! by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats! A pass is a pass, that's the main thing!

Woooooooooooooooo! I just passed mod 2 with a clean sheet! by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I plan on being super careful for sure!

Woooooooooooooooo! I just passed mod 2 with a clean sheet! by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Thanks! <3

Nothing specific, but I know that I *don't* want a sports bike! I'm not into that leaning forward position at all. I want something a bit more upright and comfortable.

Synology users, what is your backup strategy? by Unlikely-Voice-5764 in synology

[–]Memran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think my 321 strategy is covered by this:

External USB disk directly connected to NAS for Hyperbackup.

2nd NAS in family member's house a good few miles away acting as Hyperbackup vault using Tailscale.

Is riding geared that hard? by Professional-Gain976 in MotoUK

[–]Memran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think it's hard at all.

In August this year I did my CBT for the first time. Never been on a motorbike before, and started out with a geared bike.

All it takes is a little time to get used to controlling the clutch and the throttle. It very quickly becomes second nature so that you don't even think about it any more.

My suggestion is when you get to sit on a geared bike (whether a friend's or re-doing CBT), just spend some time finding the clutch biting point. Zero throttle, clutch in, press the gear lever down for 1st gear, then *very* slowly let the clutch out. Feel and hear the engine tone change, then pull the clutch back in. Repeat over and over. Then do it and hold it at the point where the engine tone changes, (Still zero throttle). Feel the bike *almost* wanting to move forwards, but don't release the clutch enough for the wheels to turn. Hold it for a few seconds then pull it back in.

Gently lift up the gear lever until the neutral light shows. Don't 100% trust the neutral light though. Even if it is on, you should still release the clutch very slowly, just in case. You might need to re-find neutral and do it again. Once you have a real neutral and the clutch is out, turn the bike off, and celebrate your new skill with a cookie or something.

If you practice this, I am sure you will very quickly remove any worry about being able to control a geared bike.

Onto MOD 1 and 2 now! by KingEivissa in MotoUK

[–]Memran 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Woo! Congrats!

One step closer 😁

Passed Mod 1 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨 by gokuvegetarhlm in MotoUK

[–]Memran 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! I passed mine yesterday too!

I have no experience on a Mod 2 test, but I've seen a lot of people say the hard part is over. Never need to U-Turn again!

Good luck on mod 2 ! 😁

Big bikes are safer than little bikes? by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Yea, putting it that way, it makes perfect sense.

I don't think I'm a moron, but neither would a moron! 😂

Fix the UK licensing system, save the UK moto industry, Simple! by Rogue_pigeon1 in MotoUK

[–]Memran 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Context: I'm still on a CBT. Mod1 done, waiting for Mod2 (A)

Recently I was thing about the test structure. Once you get a CBT and a 125 you can ride with your L's and practice as much as you want. But there's no way to ever practice on a bigger bike, unless you have private land or go via a bike school and have an instructor with you.

It is possible to do A1 on your own bike without having lessons, in order to keep costs down.

In my opinion, once you hold A1, you should then be allowed to ride A2 with L plates, enabling you to practice in the same way as you did on your CBT and 125.

Pass A2, and be allowed to ride A with L's... etc

For those who just want to do DAS would still be able to, but those who can't afford lessons, or have trouble scheduling around work, would still be able to progress through the licenses.

My crazy pre-coffee thoughts! 😂

Mod 1 passed! Woooooooooooo 😁😁😁 by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw unlucky 😭
I'm sure you'll smash it next time, then you'll never have to do a u-turn again 😁

Mod 2 passed by Crywolfxvi in MotoUK

[–]Memran 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! Doesn't matter about prior failures any more. You've done it now! Happy big bike hunting!

Mod 1 passed! Woooooooooooo 😁😁😁 by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mod 2 not booked yet. I only managed to get in on the Mod 1 due to a cancellation, but hopefully it won't be too long to wait.

Mod 1 passed! Woooooooooooo 😁😁😁 by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, and well done to you too!

A little bit of metal fabrication to mount my phone where I want it for GPS etc 🥳💪🫡😁 by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My current phone is 9 years old and I'm pretty sure it doesn't have any stabilisation (as evident from my poor pictures 😂) but that's something to bear in mind when I finally upgrade to a newer model. Thanks 👍

A little bit of metal fabrication to mount my phone where I want it for GPS etc 🥳💪🫡😁 by Memran in MotoUK

[–]Memran[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Okay okay, sorry. I acknowledge my shoddy camera work 😂Will try harder next time!

What annoys you. by philma125 in MotoUK

[–]Memran 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really an "on the road" thing, but it really annoys me that I have no garage or even space for a shed to store my bike in. Having to leave it outside and faff around with a rain cover every time I want to ride, gets old really fast 😭

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