Welsh Bikers Direct Access Training Information

 

 Motorcycle Direct Access Scheme (DAS) Training Information

Riders age 21 or over, or those who reach 21 before their two year restriction ends, have other options.

Direct Access Motorcycle Training (DAS)

After taking CBT and the theory test, the practical test may be taken on a motorcycle with a power output of at least 35kW.

A pass allows you to ride any size of bike.

All or part of the CBT course may be taken on either a learner bike or a large bike.

You may practice for the practical test on bikes larger than the learner bike specification provided:

You are accompanied at all times by an approved instructor on another bike and in radio contact you wear fluorescent or reflective clothing and follow all other provisional licence restrictions.

Accelerated Direct Access (DAS)

Riders who reach the age of 21, while still within the two year period where they are restricted to maximum 25 kW machines but who wish to ride larger bikes need to pass a further test on a motorcycle of at least 35 kW.

They may practice on bikes over 25 kW under the same practice conditions for direct access riders.

You will revert to learner status while practicing (on a motorcycle greater than 25 kW) although test failure will not affect your existing licence.

Motorcycle Sidecars

Learners who wish to ride with a sidecar can practice on a combination with a power/weight ratio not exceeding 0.16 kW/kg.

On obtaining a standard licence, you will be restricted to a combination with the same power/weight ratio for two years.

At age 21 learners may, only within direct or accelerated access, practice on a larger combination, but the test must be taken on a solo bike (although physically disabled riders can use a combination).

Welshbikers Direct Access Scheme Facts

After completing your Direct Access Scheme and successfully passing your Practical Test, you can immediately ride any size motorcycle without learner restrictions.

 

Welsh Bikers recommends the following motorycle training schools*:

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*Other training schools are availiable

Here are some training videos

 Direct Access Tips & Tricks

 

U Turns

When doing a U turn exercise don't look at the kerb on the other side of the road. it will cause the front wheel to straighten out. Keep your head upright & look at a target down the road instead.

Do the steering on the first half of the turn… not on the way out. You may not have the room left it's better to over estimate than under estimate the turn as you can always correct it when you straighten up.

RELAX… tight arms and back does nothing for agility. Take it easy let the bike take the strain.

Controlled/Emergency stop

Get used to how the bike handles in an emergency at your own pace and in your own time.

The best way to learn the correct sequence for an emergency stop is to start SLOWLY and GENTLY at first, as if you were stopping normally.

As you get used to the sequence then GRADUALLY build up the speed and braking force. This way you will gain confidence quickly and be able to spot and correct faults at a safe speed first.

Braking at junctions

When coming up to the end of a road at a T junction, always imagine there is a car waiting to exit in front of you. This will help you get slow enough up to the line to be able to see clearly.

For the last 2 car lengths or so use the back brake only. If there is some gravel about then you don't loose the front end or your front end steering.

Wheelies

DON'T (Well not on a public road !!!!)….. Instant trip to the local magistrate for a really hefty fine and points. Possibly even a ban. Plus…. It can be a killer if it all goes pear shaped.

IF you do have the urge to do wheelies then go to a reputable wheelie school where you can learn to do them in a safe environment.

Exiting a junction

If you THINK you can just nip out into the flow of traffic DON'T. If you KNOW you can nip out into the flow of traffic, THINK about it.

Taking your partner/child out for a ride

How much do you value their lives? Helmet, Gloves, Trousers, Jacket, Armour, and Boots. Kit them out properly! Shorts and T-Shirt wont save them in a spill, and you will never forgive yourself.SURELY they are worth spending some money on to get them the safe equipment. ! THINK WHAT IF...... !

 

Module one

You must provide all of the following valid documents:

• Your driving licence with the correct provisional entitlement - both the photocard and counterpart document or a valid UK passport to support a paper licence
• Your compulsory basic training (CBT) certificate (DL196)
• Your motorcycle theory test certificate

You are exempt from providing CBT and theory test certificates if you:

• Hold a full moped licence gained by passing a moped test after 1 December 1990, and wish to upgrade to a full motorcycle licence
• Already hold a full motorcycle licence and wish to upgrade it

Module one includes the following specified manoeuvres and generally takes around 20 minutes to complete:

• Wheeling the machine and using the stand
• Doing a slalom and figure of eight
• Cornering, hazard avoidance and controlled stop
• U-turn
• A slow ride
• The emergency stop

There is a minimum speed requirement of 50 kilometres per hour (approximately 32 miles per hour) for the hazard avoidance and emergency stop exercises.

 

Module two

For module two you must produce your module one pass certificate, and all the documents that you had to present at the module one test.

Module two is the on-road module and typically takes around 40 minutes. This module includes the eyesight test, the safety and balance questions and the road riding element that will cover a variety of road and traffic conditions.

You'll be asked to carry out normal stops, an angle start (pulling out from behind a parked vehicle) and, where possible, a hill start. The examiner will normally follow you on a motorcycle, using a radio to give you directions.