Author Topic: Mod 1 test (Read 6837 times)

Panthor · « **on:** 13 April 2012, 01:21:59 pm »

On Monday I will finally be doing my mod1 test and if all goes well mod2 on Friday. Just wondering if anyone has any advice? I've got training on Sunday but any extra advice would be much appreciated

dweezel · « **Reply #1 on:** 13 April 2012, 01:32:32 pm »

Rule No.1 - Don't Panic
(I'm afraid I don't know whats involved in a Mod1 (or Mod2 for that matter), But its always best to keep yer kool

)

Best O Luck btw.

Fazer Jake · « **Reply #2 on:** 13 April 2012, 01:39:21 pm »

Just relax mod ones a peice of piss, sometimes nerves get the better of people.

Youll be fine

redman · « **Reply #3 on:** 13 April 2012, 01:42:47 pm »

Expect the examiner to come accross as very serious

but expect this from the (tw@*) and dont let it put you off. Take loads of deep breaths when hes telling you what to do next as soon as youve listened ignore the rest of his blurb tell yourself to do your shoulder checks keep calm and relax and show him what you can do. I was absolutely crapping myself

but i passed with no minors and found it easy just keep watchin all the vids on you tube then the mod 2 is a piece of piss regards Kazz

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sadlonelygit · « **Reply #4 on:** 13 April 2012, 01:47:53 pm »

what is this mod that people talk about

in my day you hacked up with a rough h@nda g5 and twice around the block and voila. you only failed if you hit the examiner on the e stop.
good luck...........and just think of the examiner naked........with a ball gag and butt plug inserted

Panthor · « **Reply #5 on:** 13 April 2012, 03:15:40 pm »

thanks for the advice guys. only thing now is try not to laugh at examiner when i imagine him in his s&m get up.

Skippernick · « **Reply #6 on:** 13 April 2012, 03:28:00 pm »

As above relax.
But don't be so relieved about passing mod 1 (as its allegedly hard, its not) that you relax too much in mod 2 and fail it like i did, twice.

Still got loads of practice out of it.
Good thing doing it on different days though.
Let us know how you get on.

Panthor · « **Reply #7 on:** 13 April 2012, 03:30:52 pm »

instructor advised doing different days so we can concentrate on mod 1 training the day before that and mod 2 training for the 2 days before that test. I think im just getting a bit nervous cos i really want to pass and go out for a ride on my fazer.

redman · « **Reply #8 on:** 13 April 2012, 04:10:23 pm »

Quote from: Panthor on 13 April 2012, 03:30:52 pm

instructor advised doing different days so we can concentrate on mod 1 training the day before that and mod 2 training for the 2 days before that test. I think im just getting a bit nervous cos i really want to pass and go out for a ride on my fazer.

Lol I was the same as you shiny new Fazer sat in the kitchen wanting to go out and play

. Couple of things that helped me Dont use any back brake on emergency stop and start to brake as soon as you go through the speed trap , and when you do the swerve dont go through the cones straight go on an angle towards the swerve cone makes it much easier also shut the throttle off as soon as you go through the speed trap on the swerve as it makes the steering (swerve) really easy remember the examiners an

..with a gimp mask on..lol
Good Look Kazz

DryRob · « **Reply #9 on:** 13 April 2012, 04:13:23 pm »

Apparently there's nothing wrong with asking the examiner if you were fast enough through the speed trap on your high speed stuff. I think it's after the swerve you have to park up with your front wheel in a square of cones, make sure you do cos I saw someone fail for stopping where he shouldn't.
Don't look at the floor when you're doing the slow stuff, your body has a tendency to go where your head is pointing.
Do your observations every time you start to move the bike (even when it's turned off).

know your limitations · « **Reply #10 on:** 15 April 2012, 08:58:17 pm »

Following on from the rest of the sound advice I would add the following:

When doing your faster elements (emergency stop, hazard avoidance) DON'T GO ABOVE SECOND GEAR WHEN GETTING UP TO SPEED!
This is one change too many and over complicates things.
In addition, when you come off the throttle IMMEDIATELY after going through the speed trap, you have the benefit of engine braking to assist you with your emergency stopping.
This same engine braking will mean you carry out your avoidance manoeuvre at a much reduced speed making it easier and less severe.
DO ask the examiner what your speed was after your first go through the speed trap, it is allowed and knowledge is power.
If at all possible, get to the test centre an hour before so you can watch earlier trainees doing it for real. When you see someone pass who clearly isn't as good as you, it is a real confidence boost.

8 months ago, I was in your shoes. I passed both Mods first time (Monday and Friday like you) and now wonder what all the worry was about.

I WISH YOU THE VERY BEST OF LUCK

Panthor · « **Reply #11 on:** 16 April 2012, 12:21:33 pm »

I passed!!!

Thanks for the advice guys. After the training yesterday I was confident going into it and passed with no minors and really felt kinda of silly building it up so much. Just gotta get mod 2 done now and then it's fazer time!

Andy Clap · « **Reply #12 on:** 16 April 2012, 12:48:56 pm »

Congratulations mate, well done.

Skippernick · « **Reply #13 on:** 16 April 2012, 01:02:28 pm »

Nice one, remember mod 2 is still a test. and other road users are involved and not under your control.

DryRob · « **Reply #14 on:** 16 April 2012, 01:28:54 pm »

well in, good luck for your "propper" test. If you can get out on a 125 the day before to practice riding whilst doing all your observations/procedures and talk yourself through what you are doing, helps relax you.

mcyoungy · « **Reply #15 on:** 16 April 2012, 02:01:59 pm »

well done

ghostbiker · « **Reply #16 on:** 16 April 2012, 03:24:59 pm »

Grats and wish you well for mod 2

Leonidas · « **Reply #17 on:** 16 April 2012, 05:32:01 pm »

Quote from: Panthor on 16 April 2012, 12:21:33 pm

I passed!!!
Thanks for the advice guys. After the training yesterday I was confident going into it and passed with no minors and really felt kinda of silly building it up so much. Just gotta get mod 2 done now and then it's fazer time!

Top job! found mod 2 much easier than mod 1, its just a ride out with a bit more concentration. g get em!

dweezel · « **Reply #18 on:** 16 April 2012, 06:03:53 pm »

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Well done and congrats!

Grahamm · « **Reply #19 on:** 16 April 2012, 07:42:50 pm »

Well done!

Hodge · « **Reply #20 on:** 16 April 2012, 08:47:53 pm »

Well done on passing Mod 1. Just try to remain quietly confident and calm on Mod 2.

robby boy · « **Reply #21 on:** 16 April 2012, 08:56:46 pm »

Well done, great feeling when he tells you you've passed, just do the same for your mod2 and "Robert is your fathers brother" lol.

myfazer8 · « **Reply #22 on:** 17 April 2012, 09:14:00 am »

Well done on passing your Mod 1, my wife takes hers soon, she is in two minds as to what bike to take it on, use her Suzuki vanvan 125 or a bigger bike so no restrictions, what bike did you take your mod 1 test on

bigralphie · « **Reply #23 on:** 17 April 2012, 12:30:22 pm »

If you have a push bike get out on it and practise your U turns

HarryHornby · « **Reply #24 on:** 17 April 2012, 01:04:00 pm »

Congrats, just Mod 2 to go. I was in your shoes almost 2 years ago now.

I was told with regards to Mod 2 that the examiners like to see you make progress, my instructor (toungue slightly in cheek) reckons I passed within the first couple of minutes because we left the test centre (Herne Bay) and went straight on the the dual carriageway, I came off the acceleration lane just as a lorry had passed, a gave a good life saver, straight out in the overtaking lane and overtook him! Apparently that's how to get on the good side of the examiner!

Practice hill starts and pulling out from being parked up behind a parked car.

Ride confidently with good lifesavers and great road positioning, especially at junctions and you'll be fine!