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Having failed once this month I don't want to be doing the same again next month. Does antigone know where I can get hold of Newports test routes? II've found car routes but would they difdifferent? I'm not local to Newport so can't just spend my free time practicing there.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
22-10-15, 02:56 PM
I am not sure as I did my test in Merthyr, but, why do you want the test routes? How do you think that will help you pass?
I live in Kington Herefordshire so don't often use multi lane systems like in Newport so they can confuse me. I thought getting a better knowledge of the routes would be of some help.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
22-10-15, 05:40 PM
Dude, PM me or something and we can have a chat about it and try to set you straight on what is confusing you
I just panic when it comes to lanes etc. and getting all the obs in so I thought getting to know the test routes better might help me feelmore pprepared. I've been to Newport twice now on mod 1 and a failed mod 2 so I've spent maybe 5-6 hrs there but by no means do I feel like I know it.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
23-10-15, 08:37 PM
It seems a bit far to come, I take it that Newport is your closest test centre?
The worst thing you can do on a bike is panic, be methodical. I learnt through OSMPSL; Observation, Signal, Manoeuvre, Position, Speed and Look (i.e. life-saver.)
Just go from one part at a time and you'll be safe to ride in a two lane or more system. Check your mirror and do a life saver, if it is safe to go signal your intent, move to where you wanna go, be in the right position in the road and keep the right speed and always have another look in your mirrors or life saver to make sure you're OK.
You should try doing the test in Merthyr like I did, there is a section of road that in one way and two lanes, the instructor's love asking people to turn right because loads go from the left lane over the right one, whereas what you are supposed to do it move into the right lane and then turn right.
Did you fail the MOD2 on lack of observation?
Yeah it was going well until I got to a point I didn't understand and then had a bit of a panic and it went wrong from then on. Newport is my closest as Hereford has no das test centre any more. Next test is due 13 November. Thanks for your advice, slowing down and taking a bit more time to take it all in is what I need to do and as you say observations.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
24-10-15, 01:47 PM
Good luck
Thanks mate, bit of luck and a bit more focus. Then sv searching!
If you have something to go out on and practice give me a shout. I work in newport and am happy to go out with you on a weekend if you want to
That's a very generous offer but I work weekends which does at least make taking tests easy. That said if I don't succeed this next time I may well take you up on that offer.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
27-10-15, 07:42 AM
Dom, both I am collis are in the Newport area, so, I am sure if you need further help after the next test we can offer some
I will definitely call upon you if I don't get a good result next time. Very much appreciate your offer
Best thing i can suggest for you is to look at google street view for the area and learn how some of the roads look, dont be afraid to also pull over (following safetys of course) and ask the examiner to repeate the route. If you also take the wrong route (2nd exit instrad of 3rd) then dont worry as long as you did it safely the instructor wont mind and will get you back on course especially if you explain it was un intentional (getting stuck in the wrong lane for instance).
Hope it helps and good luck
Cymraeg_Atodeg
27-10-15, 02:04 PM
I will definitely call upon you if I don't get a good result next time. Very much appreciate your offer
Happy to help
Best thing i can suggest for you is to look at google street view for the area and learn how some of the roads look, don't be afraid to also pull over (safely of course) and ask the examiner to repeat the route. If you also take the wrong route (2nd exit instead of 3rd) then don't worry as long as you did it safely the instructor wont mind and will get you back on course especially if you explain it was unintentional (getting stuck in the wrong lane for instance).
Hope it helps and good luck
Taking the wrong turning but doing it right is accepted, but the instructors do have limits on that. I am pretty sure if you take the wrong exit/turning more than three times they fail you because you are unable to comply with their requests.
But, if you just listen to the request, process what you need to do and carry it out in a timely and safe manner you should pass every time
Just as a warning, Cardiff Road in Newport has heavy roadworks on it, the queues are about 2/3 miles back from the roadworks.
Chances are the test route will divert away from here but just bear it in mind if you end up on this road, the examiner might ask you to filter round the traffic.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
29-10-15, 10:02 AM
Just as a warning, Cardiff Road in Newport has heavy roadworks on it, the queues are about 2/3 miles back from the roadworks.
Chances are the test route will divert away from here but just bear it in mind if you end up on this road, the examiner might ask you to filter round the traffic.
That's the fun part!
how did your test go in the end?
I'm embarrassed to say I failed, went in to panic mode 5 minutes into my test when iImmiss heard a direction then proceeded to take the wrong exit on a round about. Obviously I didn't call for either but my panic caused me to pick up too many minors.
In a weird way I feel better about newport now so roll on 11 December.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
16-11-15, 04:23 PM
Good luck
Thank, I'vebeen to Newport to have a drive around and it's now more familiar to me. Just need to control the test day nerves!
Thank, I'vebeen to Newport to have a drive around and it's now more familiar to me. Just need to control the test day nerves!
Cymraeg_Atodeg
16-11-15, 09:50 PM
You can delete double posts by pressing "edit" in the bottom right and selecting "delete post"
Just an update, I passed my Mod 2 today in Newport! Sooo happy!
AlexAdams
11-12-15, 06:55 PM
Well done! Have you been out on your first solo ride yet?
No not yet, went to meet the family after the school run. Only got my my YZF R125 at the moment but may go for a ride just so I can do a sacrificial L plate burning.
Cymraeg_Atodeg
11-12-15, 09:36 PM
Congrats, another for the ride out in the summer then?
May be yeah, Kington into Wales is a nice journey.
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