DVSA Module 1 Motorcycle Test - Exercises 2 & 3 - slalom & figure of eight

[@MQureshi1]

I got a minor for going wide on figure of 8. I wasn't too wide tbh but used the yellow cone. Examiner said one foot wider and he would have failed me. He said that this is a test of slow speed steering so going a bit wide means you are not in control and letting the bike lead you.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Interesting. And wholly inconsistent. Particularly as there's no radius restriction on the opposite side of the figure of eight as there's no yellow cone there. Appreciate the feedback, thanks Muhammad. 👍

[@MQureshi1]

@@Lets-rideUk This was Erith test centre. My instructor had advised me to stay within blue and yellow but if I felt I was not in control then okay to go beyond. He did mention that the test centre can sometimes take it that you are not in control.I watched all your videos and other advise and decided to go beyond yellow cone but not more than a foot (because I was struggling a little only on this exercise for some reason). The examiner was friendly and gave feedback to my instructor as well and told me that in the beginning he mentioned that this is a test of steering in low speed so making large circles was showing me that bike was leading you and not the other way. He didn't fail me so all good. Now onto Mod2 next week at Turnbridge.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Thanks Muhammad. Good luck with Mod 2!

[@thesmithsmaf]

@@MQureshi1 did you pass your Mod 2?

[@shauriasimmons6428]

I've been told by my instructor that I can use the extra space for the figure of 8 around the first yellow cone no problems, guess I will tell you next friday if it was Ok or not.

[@booshallmighty]

I like this guy, he has a calm, humourous demure which I'm sure makes him a very successful instructor. I. Wish he was mine. Being good doesn't make necessarily make you a good teacher. This guy is a good teacher.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Very kind words Craig, thank you. 👍😊

[@dtprodrive]

Completely agree. I wish this guy was up my way.

[@JSWGardenServices]

Fantastic video. I passed my mod 1 this morning with no training thanks to these videos. Subscribed.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Awesome! Many congratulations. Mod 2 videos coming in the next couple of weeks.

[@JSWGardenServices]

@@Lets-rideUk fantastic news thank you for creating the content! Mod 2 booked for 5th September

[@bobcunningham9651]

Passed my mod1 today I was stressing about the Slalom but watched this video and it gave me great tips thank you very much

[@Lets-rideUk]

Very welcome Bob and many congratulations! 🥳

[@peterkenworthy9219]

I have my Mod one in about 10 days . I’ve only ridden about 300 miles on my 125 . I started training this week and lucky to have found a good riding school. I’m on a DAS course and on day one after lunch I made the switch to the 650. I found the slalom y 8 much easier as the bike seemed more stable . I was extremely NERVOUS but all in all I Gad a great time . My U turn was also spot on . With a good tutor, who is encouraging etc etc the training is fun and rewarding . It’s all,about being at ease and relaxing . IMO, your tutor makes or breaks you .. More of this please , you seem a decent person..

[@ellenbebro9352]

Can I say thank you for the video’s you have on KZbin. I’ve watched them all and thanks to them I passed my mod 1 with flying colours.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Brilliant! Well done Ellen. 👍 All the best with Mod 2.

[@ellenbebro9352]

@@Lets-rideUk just a update i passed mod2 today 😁

[@Lets-rideUk]

Woohoo!!! 🥳 many congratulations. 👍👍👍

[@thesmithsmaf]

Excellent channel - helped me pass 18 months ago - now just passed my IAMS advanced and taking the ROSPA in a few months time - your videos were the beginning for me Richard - Happy New Year from Brighton

[@Lets-rideUk]

Thanks so much Maf! And many congratulations on the IAM. 🥳

[@michelod.i.y.5202]

One of the best explanations I've seen on KZbin, nice vid.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Glad it was helpful!👍😊

[@robe3756]

Hi Richard. I just wanted to say thank you for all the effort you’ve gone to with these videos. They were a big help to me in preparing for my MOD 1 today… and I passed with no minors! 😊👍🏻 Thank you!

[@Lets-rideUk]

Woohoooo! Nice one Rob! 🥳

[@axleg1254]

The same from me.

[@justinturner661]

Passed my MOD 1 and MOD 2 yesterday with only 1 rider fault on MOD 2. I watched all your videos. Good stuff and very helpful.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Great job Justin - well done!

[@jayc6821]

There is absolutely no doubt that I passed because of this video (having previously failed by putting my foot down in the slalom). Before beginning it I checked with the examiner regarding the blue and yellow being different parts and it took quiet some pushing to get him to say that I could go around the yellow during the 8 if necessary. As it happened I was able to get the 850 around without doing so but I would put it out there to people; do ask your examiner about any element that you are unsure on BEFORE you start that part of the test. Thank you Rich for making this.

[@Lets-rideUk]

You are very welcome Jay and congratulations on the pass. 😊👍

[@ferdel4nce]

Hello, Richard! I have been lurking for a month or so watching these videos and these really really helped me prepare for my training and module 1 test and I can say I have now passed the module 1! Thanks so much for the high quality videos you’ve provided here which have definitely helped me!

[@Lets-rideUk]

Nice one Grant! And thanks for the very kind comments - much appreciated. Good luck with Mod 2! 👊

[@ferdel4nce]

@@Lets-rideUk I passed Mod 2! 👍🏻💪🏻

[@Lets-rideUk]

Wooohooo!!! 🥳🥳🥳🥳 Many congratulations!

[@ashleyhazell662]

Watching this 6 hours before my Mod1 that I've waited 9 months to take. The figure of eight is the only exercise that I'm in my head about and this is super helpful. Thank you!

[@Lets-rideUk]

Very welcome! How’d it go? 🤞

[@ashleyhazell662]

@@Lets-rideUk Failed! On the most stupid thing as well, slalom! Just because it was the first exercise and I was still a bit tense. So angry with myself.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Arrrgh! You'll get it next time. 👍😊

[@ashleyhazell662]

@@Lets-rideUk Really hope so. I just need to expel the nerves. problem is I won't be able to get any more time on the bike before pulling on to the pad, so will be going in rusty

[@googleprofile6660]

@@ashleyhazell662 did you resit the test?

[@brianmahon8704]

Thank you, this is the way to train, a real walkthrough

[@Lets-rideUk]

You're welcome! 👍😊

[@Paiadakine]

The English are good for motorcycle testing. When I learned I took a written test, got a motorcycle permit and went off riding. Had to learn how to shift and all, myself in the yard, parking lots and the street. Can’t tell you how many times I went into corners too fast and left the road. Good thing I was 16 and was immortal. My 5 years of mini biking skills helped.

[@eclectarama]

Beautifully explained. This is incredibly helpful. Thanks so much, Richard.

[@Lets-rideUk]

You are very welcome Steve! 👍😊

[@peterkenworthy9219]

Passed my MOD 1 this week , absolutely chuffed to bits ,, Now to get the MOD 2 out of the way … These vids helped , thanks

[@Lets-rideUk]

Superb! Well done Peter. 🥳

[@Tao-JinWoo]

Thank God for allowing me to find your video, made a big difference and helped me pass my Mod 1. Now on to Mod 2 videos 🎉🎉🎉

[@Lets-rideUk]

Glad it helped! Good luck with Mod 2! 👍

[@LColUK]

This was a simple exercise for the other people in my training group but it took me 3 Attempts get around that bloody slalom! Thanks to you and the instructors at Let's Ride for being so patient with me and getting me through it (I've gone to a car park & checked my slalom a couple of times in the 2 years since then, walk in the park 😊). Great videos, great training school.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Thanks Lee! Has it been two years already? Crikey. 😳

[@LColUK]

@@Lets-rideUk Two and a half actually!

[@Lets-rideUk]

Blimey. Hope you've been having two and half years of happy riding. 👍😁

[@iainwallington474]

Great video 👍 question when you do your observations when starting off is it always observe right then observe left then proceed thanks

[@Lets-rideUk]

No set order - whatever you're comfortable with.👍

[@martinarmer240]

Thanks for your super helpful videos. I passed my mod 1 yesterday and you really deserve a lot of the credit!

[@Lets-rideUk]

Great job!

[@oscartravis5740]

It's confidence boosting how wide we can actually take the circles on the figure of eight

[@Lets-rideUk]

Yes, don't make it hard Oscar. 😊👍

[@niksananiksanov6777]

Unlike some people I fortunately have it easy on the slalom and figure of 8. When it comes to figure of 8,when I did my CBT was said to make no small nor too wide similar to the video range,always balance being in the middle. As some people've said they getting minors on the 8 doing that way. If theyve passed thats all that matters.Really enjoying those videos,chill person,friendly.

[@marsoelflaco5722]

Fantastic tutorial and explanation of the exam. All the best from New York, USA! ✌🏽👍🏽

[@Lets-rideUk]

Thank you Marso! 😁👍🏍

[@robertpunton2303]

Got my mod 1 next week have got the a2 license so need to repeat all this for a second time think i am more nervous this time round but your videos are reassuring me and answering all the questions I need

[@haml97]

Richard your video has helped me alot thank you so much for this video

[@Lets-rideUk]

You are very welcome sheikh shakes. 👍

[@dingsdean81]

Really good tutorial videos given me a boost looking forward to my mod1 next week, thankyou

[@imanmajidkhan2127]

thank you really great instructor got my licence first time pass both modules..Muhammad

[@Lets-rideUk]

Thank you Muhammad and many congratulations. 🥳

[@polishandprotect]

Useful info for any rider planning to do the Module 1 test in Mallusk, Belfast, Northern Ireland. The course is set up very differently to what you see on KZbin. Be prepared for a much tighter uturn and a much tighter figure of 8. Also, unlike in England, when you do the figure of 8 you cannot go around the last yellow cone.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Very useful info - thank you!

[@jimmywax3669]

Nice explanation and detail. Much appreciated

[@Jvintagek]

Passed both test thanks to him.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Many congratulations! 🥂

[@mohoque725]

Absolutely brilliant video, I've learnt so much thank you

[@Lets-rideUk]

You are very welcome Jay!

[@Cookie69697]

Great explanation on this part of the test. Let’s hope I nail it Monday 🥷🥷

[@Lets-rideUk]

Good luck!

[@snatr]

Those nice and wide figure eights are great, but here in the states it's done inside a box- 60*20 I believe. Getting ready for my test here and looking for all the tips I can find. Very informative all the same. Thanks 👍

[@Lets-rideUk]

Yes, I seen some vids on the test in the States! Looks a lot more challenging! Best of luck. 😊👍

[@snatr]

@@Lets-rideUk Actually, it seems our tests are a joke compared to your full mod tests 😬

[@simonmay4181]

This guys is giving really good tip

[@danielgallagher5964]

I failed my first mod 1 on the figure the of 8. I was too slow and my turns where too tight, a nice big heavy foot down. Second attempt tomorrow. Video help me a lot. Cheers

[@Lets-rideUk]

Good luck!

[@nobbystyles4807]

brilliant clear concise explanation.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Glad it was helpful!👍😊

[@stepheneurosailor1623]

Thanks, helpful and well understood.👍

[@balasubramaniampremnath5752]

It's really really great video Thanks a lot mate...

[@Lets-rideUk]

You're very welcome! 😊👍

[@freeman2250]

Make it easy is a great motto 👍

[@amandaglanfield7795]

I have been watching your videos as have my mod1 in 6 days. Really worried about getting up to speed on the emergency stop and avoidance as struggled on my last training day. 😮

[@Lets-rideUk]

You get two attempts so use the first attempt as a practice run and then nail it on the second one! Good luck!

[@AntonyOSullivan]

The figure 8 is the only part of the test that I really don't feel comfortable with. I do wonder whether it's because of the physical restrictions of the car park my instructors use. They also place a white cone after the final blue to restrict going beyond that point but in this video it looks like you take it quite a bit wider. Are there generally restrictions on how far past the 2nd blue cone you can go? Great content by the way!

[@Lets-rideUk]

There's no official guidance given to trainers on circle radius - we learn by watching tests and what feedback is given to pupils after the test. We've not had anyone ever fail for going too wide on the figure of eight but obviously don't take the p***! 😆 We know that some examiners can get a little twitchy about going around the 2nd yellow cone so use that as guidance for your radius - but don't make it unnecessarily hard. 👍

[@AntonyOSullivan]

@@Lets-rideUk That's good to hear, I think I've been making life harder for myself with regards to the physical boundaries of the training area. That, and there was 3 other people on my MOD1 practice lesson so felt a little rushed around the circuit. Let's hope I get through soon! :D

[@robevans8555]

Aww made a bollox of my figure 8 today and failed, although the test centre has the figure 8 area in a narrow lane so you don't have the freedom to go nice and wide😢, I'll get it next time using some of your teachings 👍

[@Lets-rideUk]

Darn - next time Rob. 👍

[@peterrobinson9555]

Great videos thank you

[@oskararif6940]

Passed this afternoon no faults :D

[@Lets-rideUk]

Brilliant - well done Oskar! 🥳

[@ghostin1605]

Well, i live in Portugal, and the way we did the figure 8 it’s a little bit diferent! we do it in a road with a litlle trafic. Wich means you cannot do a full large circle, and i’m a bit nervous because of that! my exam is on 26, so, 2 days to go. great tips! than you

[@nevergiveupever1069]

Have you got a Mod 2 video. Great videos so far

[@Lets-rideUk]

Just started uploading them now. 😊👍

[@nevergiveupever1069]

@Lets-rideUk i have my mod 1 in lee on solent at the end of September. Where abouts do you teach. I have my mod to in Salisbury the day after my mod 1 (if i pass) is there any advice you can give me which might help?

[@Lets-rideUk]

@@nevergiveupever1069 Might be worth driving around Salisbury beforehand, particularly the big roundabout by the test centre. Quite a challenging city - keep a careful watch on road signs and road markings! Good luck.

[@nevergiveupever1069]

@@Lets-rideUk thanks. Is the bike test centre the same as the car test centre?

[@Lets-rideUk]

@@nevergiveupever1069 Yes it is. 👍

[@SHEYZAD1994]

such a helpful video thanks

[@JonathanHart-mu1xd]

Passed Module 1 today at Exeter BUT picked up a fault for going outside the yellow cone on the figure of eight - which I pre-planned on doing having watched this video. Motto of the story is do not go outside the yellow cone if you do not have to.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Thanks Jonathan - very interesting. The three test centres we've used over the years have never marked a pupil down for that reason. Thanks for the heads-up! Best of luck with Mod 2.👍

[@gatehanger1385]

What gap between the cones?

[@Lets-rideUk]

Official measurements can be found here: www.gov.uk/government/publications/motorcycle-manoeuvring-area-diagrams 👍

[@gatehanger1385]

@@Lets-rideUk thanks!

[@Pepeo1992]

Thank you sir!

[@Lets-rideUk]

You are welcome!

[@nikoi17]

Hi therw What is the distance between the cones for slalom and the 8 also for the curb exercise Cant find anything online specific. Great videos will practice Accordingly Can't find anything online

[@Lets-rideUk]

www.gov.uk/government/publications/motorcycle-manoeuvring-area-diagrams

[@racheltaylor6578]

I never use the rear break and just use the clutch to control speed.I find that works for me.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Excellent. 👍😊

[@theyangrider5905]

Very helpful tips

[@Lets-rideUk]

Thank you Alex! 😊👍

[@LukeW1090]

Love these videos, I have my CBT and passed my theory late last year. I'm most worried about the emergency swerve exercise when I get round to my DAS Course Mod 1. Or is it easier than it looks?

[@Lets-rideUk]

It only becomes really hard with excess speed so do some practice runs holding a steady 32mph. 👍

[@razvanviziteu6667]

Is the distance between cones standard? What is it? So I can try and prictice myself. Thanks

[@Lets-rideUk]

www.gov.uk/government/publications/motorcycle-manoeuvring-area-diagrams

[@emblake7750]

Cheers mate was watching your videos over and over again pass Mod1 first time 1 minor mistake, any tips for DAS Mod2

[@Lets-rideUk]

Glad it helped! Working on some vids for Mod 2 but probably not in time to help - sorry! Good luck with it.

[@alicemorel6779]

What about automatic scooter with no clutch? What would be the best way to have control whilst slow riding?

[@Lets-rideUk]

Usual method is to keep the throttle constant to push the bike forward and regulate the speed with the rear brake. 👍

[@drsparwaga]

Where are riders supposed to keep their eyes and head in the slalom exercise Richard? I’ve read and heard different people say different things. If there is a trick here, I’m interested to hear it.

[@Lets-rideUk]

The slalom is simply focusing on the cone directly in front of you and not hitting it. The figure of eight is lots of head movement to keep the blue cone in sight.

[@drsparwaga]

@@Lets-rideUk Thanks for the answer Richard. Mod 1 on Wednesday. Pumped up and ready to pass💪

[@Lets-rideUk]

Good luck Sandeep!

[@drsparwaga]

@@Lets-rideUk Not a good idea to ride a bike you haven’t been on before. Failed, but not that disappointed. The biting point was totally different to the bike I was used to. I’ll have to do some training on the bike to get used to that.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Darn. 😞 Yes, not easy to go into a test "blind" when clutch control is such an important factor in this test. Next time! 👍😊

[@mrmoon1482]

On my training I actually ended up doing a figure of 8 into the number 9, I came through the middle of the blue cones did a tight turn on full lock and went back through the blue cones, I don’t know why I did it and never put my foot down, my instructor was shocked and never seen anyone do it before, he attempted it and dabbed his foot down lol, he said he wasn’t sure if I’d fail from it because it was a very hard turn to do, I’m just worried in case I do it again on my test 🙄

[@Lets-rideUk]

Best of luck with it. 👍

[@mrmoon1482]

@@Lets-rideUk thank you 👍

[@leedytcher6584]

Hi Again how far are the cones apart please

[@Lets-rideUk]

Dimensions can be found here: www.gov.uk/government/publications/motorcycle-manoeuvring-area-diagrams 👍😊

[@philipbadhams5139]

Do you get a fault if you go between the last yellow on the figure 8?

[@Lets-rideUk]

Do you mean go around the last yellow? No, that's fine.

[@philipbadhams5139]

@@Lets-rideUk yes that's what I meant. Thanks

[@Lets-rideUk]

😊👍

[@dennischapman7944]

Hi Richard, just a quick question ...hope you can help.. how far apart are the CONES? Great videos many thanks.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Official measurements can be found here Dennis: www.gov.uk/government/publications/motorcycle-manoeuvring-area-diagrams 👍

[@steve00alt70]

I already did a figure 8 and slalom on my cbt training why do I need to do it again for the mods?

[@Lets-rideUk]

That’s a question you’ll need to ask the DVSA I’m afraid Steve. 😕

[@alexspicer7559]

My understanding is that CBT is only a training course with no DVSA examiners. The mods are actual accredited tests,

[@sylviagoddard9113]

Hi. What experience or knowledge do you have of folks taking the test on an all electric bike? There is no clutch and the throttle tends to be very sensitive. Can you actually take a test on an all electric bike ? I realsie that some of the techy questions would be irrelevant. Thanks

[@Lets-rideUk]

Hi Sylvia. We've no direct experience with electric bikes but the category of licence it will be eligible for will be dependent on power output, evidence of which will need to be supplied to the examiner on each test. It'll also only qualify you for an auto-only licence, understandably. Electric bikes can be used for test as we have seen them being used, albeit for the A1 category only, nothing more powerful so far. 👍

[@sylviagoddard9113]

@@Lets-rideUk Thanks, I have had a full bike licence since 1976 but have just bought a fully electric 125 equivalent. Was wondering how it would work, thanks again

[@Jvintagek]

The amount of time I watch this video and passes mod 1 and mod 2 at first go

[@Lets-rideUk]

A very well done to you! 👍👍👍

[@sarahconnell7966]

Does it matter how wide you go in figure of 8 as long as I don't hit the cones mod 1 tomorrow 😅

[@Lets-rideUk]

There are certainly limits, yes. You can go around the first yellow cone (the one before the blue figure of eight cones) but not the second, to give you an idea of radius.

[@huberttarganski2095]

Hi Can I pass mod2 A1 licence on 110cc honda leed?

[@Lets-rideUk]

Sadly not. The bike needs to be 120cc to 125cc in size. 😕

[@jimdanby9694]

Great video, thank you. Could you tell me what the distances are between the cones please.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Here are the dimensions straight from the horses mouth: www.gov.uk/government/publications/motorcycle-manoeuvring-area-diagrams

[@jimdanby9694]

@@Lets-rideUk Excellent, thanks Richard :-)

[@TheFokker50]

Rich Legend

[@oliur3]

I have been riding motorcycle last 10 years but unfortunately I failed 2 times.

[@Lets-rideUk]

Keep trying! You'll get it. 👍👍👍

[@juristimma5366]

Looks so easy,but....neet to feel well bike if not ....fail :)