Bikesafe.ie, David Lyons, Professional Motorcycle Training Ireland RSA ADI Certified Instructor Dublin & Wicklow Ireland

Pre-Test Course

Duration 2.5 -3 hours
Bike hire available Click To See Map of School Bike Location

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Finglas, Tallaght, Wicklow and Gorey. Churchtown and Raheny no longer do Motorcycle Tests

The motorcycle/moped test has been changed since the 14th February 2005. The new test is longer - approximately 50 minutes duration. It will include questions on general machine maintenance and is conducted with radios which allows the examiner (who follows you in a car!) to take you wherever he or she wants.

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The pre-test lesson is normally taken within 2 weeks of your test date in the locality of your test centre. It will give you a good knowledge of the possible test routes which your examiner may use and demonstrates how your examiner will expect you to ride on the day of your test.

I will explain how the test is marked. This will give you a clear understanding of how many mistakes you are allowed to make and the severity of those mistakes. You will also be given a copy of the questions and answers on the Rules of the Road and a 'where you might fail' list.

I will give a full explanation on how the test is conducted followed by a demonstration ride around the possible test routes with radio commentary, so will you see and hear how it should be done. You will then ride out in front of me and with the use of radio contact I will give you directions as to where I want you to go exactly like your examiner. I will also correct your mistakes as you make them. This allows you to recognize your faults immediately and correct them. I will give you useful tips on how to perform a U-turn properly and how to ride your bike slowly as the examiner walks beside you.

Motorcycle Hire

The training cost inclusive of Motorcycle hire (Honda CBF250 see below ) is €250 this includes 1½ hours practice time before your test, insurance, fuel and V.A.T 13.3%.

Full Licence Benefits

Reduced insurance (up to 25% with Aon)
Ride with a pillion legally
Use a motorway
Ride abroad (incl. Northern Ireland)
Start the 2-year compulsory 'A' licence restriction clock ticking

Why People Fail

These are the top 6 reasons why people fail;

Lack of rear observation
Road positioning
Use of indicators
Lack of Progress
Not obeying road signs/ road markings
Reaction to hazards

The examiners have a job to do. They are not out to fail you - be prepared for your test and you will pass.

Avoid disappointment and book this course as soon as you receive your letter of test date notification especially if you require bike hire.

L Plates on Hi Viz Jackets

From 1 December 2007, motorcyclists with learner (or current provisional motorcycle driving licences) will be required to display L-plates on a yellow flourescent high visability tabard. (A tabard is a bib or sleeveless outer garment with open side-seams). The letter 'L' must be at least 15cm in heigh on a white background and must be to the front and rear of your torso. It will be a criminal offence for learner motorcyclists not to display L plates from that date.

Test Centres Covered (Click on Test Centre to get Google MAP of meeting place)

Tallaght,Finglas, Wicklow and Gorey. Churchtown, Rathgar and Raheny are closed for Bike tests.

A and A1 tests

If you pass the test on a bike up to and including 125cc then you will only receive a full A1 licence. This will not entitle you to ride a larger cc bike under that full licence. If you pass the test on a bike more than 150cc you will receive a full A licence which will entitle you to ride any cc bike that does not exceed a certain power for a period of two years. After two years, the restriction will automatically be lifted and you will be able to ride any motorcycle you choose. Both these tests are identical. It is advisable however, if you're over 18 years old to sit the test on a 250cc or larger cc manual bike as you will not have to take the same test again.

Manual or Twist'n'Go

If you pass the test on an automatic twist 'n' go bike then you will have a restriction placed on your licence, this will not entitle you to ride a manual bike under that full licence. If you do decide to move to a manual bike then you will have to sit the same test again on a manual bike.

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