Advanced motorcycle training,,have you done it ?
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Only been past my bike test a little while,but thinking along the lines if I do an advanced course straight away I woudnt pick up bad habits etc ..?
Whats any of your experiences with the courses,and if poss give us a slight run through what extra skills / tips you learn ?
Was it worth it for you ?
I'm pretty much a complete novice so don't feel ' I aint typing that its so obvious ' ..
, it will all be info I need
cheers
Wayne.
Whats any of your experiences with the courses,and if poss give us a slight run through what extra skills / tips you learn ?
Was it worth it for you ?
I'm pretty much a complete novice so don't feel ' I aint typing that its so obvious ' ..
, it will all be info I need cheers
Wayne.
Definitely worth it. You should find out what style the training takes. I've been with Rapid Training a couple of times (serving and ex-plod) and the style there is (mostly) the System, but with an emphasis on not hanging around. Highly recommended, if only for the initial running commentary to show you just how much info police riders take in and process!
If you like learning through discussion and suggestions, at lower speeds, and a focus on just one aspect at a time, then I can also recommend www.survivalskills.co.uk/ which is a one man band, and very thoughtful about riding.
If you like learning through discussion and suggestions, at lower speeds, and a focus on just one aspect at a time, then I can also recommend www.survivalskills.co.uk/ which is a one man band, and very thoughtful about riding.
several options open.
private comapnies such as survival skills, or just go back to your original instructors. They often will organize further training, or just take you out on a one on one to teach you some more advanced skills. They taught you to pass after all.
I did a www.bikesafe.co.uk as well, which is all about safety and run by the Police. The warwick one was a full 2 day course, although some do a few hours.
When it comes down to it, experience is an essential factor on a bike
private comapnies such as survival skills, or just go back to your original instructors. They often will organize further training, or just take you out on a one on one to teach you some more advanced skills. They taught you to pass after all.
I did a www.bikesafe.co.uk as well, which is all about safety and run by the Police. The warwick one was a full 2 day course, although some do a few hours.
When it comes down to it, experience is an essential factor on a bike
Hi Wayne,
I too am fairly new to biking and have an advanced lesson this afternoon! However, I've done quite a bit of advanced stuff in the car and coached advanced driving for the IAM. To add to what others have said:
- Organisations like the IAM (www.iam.org.uk) and RoSPA (www.roada.org.uk) have various advantages. They are designed to produce a 'finished product', so you reach a high overall standard. You obtain a recognised advanced qualification. There can be better insurance benefits through companies like IAM Select Insurance when you pass. And there's a social side to the local advanced groups. However, the main disadvantage is that you don't get professional tuition, only advice and guidance from another advanced rider. RoSPA tends to be a higher standard than the IAM.
- Professional trainers have to not only be advanced themselves, but know how to teach. BTEC and RoSPA Diploma are the qualifications to look out for.
- Police Class 1 riders are in a league of their own. If you can get a Class 1 who's also a good instructor, then you will get the best. I've had superb experience from RapidTraining (www.rapidtraining.co.uk) and I believe UK Advanced are also good (www.ukadvanced.co.uk)
I wouldn't bother going with your DAS instructor (unless they are also RoSPA Diploma qualified). Teaching learners isn't the same as advanced.
Hope this helps.
I too am fairly new to biking and have an advanced lesson this afternoon! However, I've done quite a bit of advanced stuff in the car and coached advanced driving for the IAM. To add to what others have said:
- Organisations like the IAM (www.iam.org.uk) and RoSPA (www.roada.org.uk) have various advantages. They are designed to produce a 'finished product', so you reach a high overall standard. You obtain a recognised advanced qualification. There can be better insurance benefits through companies like IAM Select Insurance when you pass. And there's a social side to the local advanced groups. However, the main disadvantage is that you don't get professional tuition, only advice and guidance from another advanced rider. RoSPA tends to be a higher standard than the IAM.
- Professional trainers have to not only be advanced themselves, but know how to teach. BTEC and RoSPA Diploma are the qualifications to look out for.
- Police Class 1 riders are in a league of their own. If you can get a Class 1 who's also a good instructor, then you will get the best. I've had superb experience from RapidTraining (www.rapidtraining.co.uk) and I believe UK Advanced are also good (www.ukadvanced.co.uk)
I wouldn't bother going with your DAS instructor (unless they are also RoSPA Diploma qualified). Teaching learners isn't the same as advanced.
Hope this helps.
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