an instructors guide to delivering compulsory basic training - NIDirect

2. CBT Syllabus
The controls covered should include:
• hand controls - throttle, front brake, clutch, indicators, choke, electric starter,
engine cut off or kill switch, lighting switches, horn, fuel tap;
• foot controls - rear brake, kick starter, gear change lever;
• instruments - speedometer, rev counter, warning lamps, water temperature and
fuel gauges; and
• mirrors – types of glass, fitment, adjustment and vision
Additional information
Your pupils needs to know what type of fuel should be used and what the
consequences of using wrong fuel may have on their safety, the environment and
financially.
They also need to know how to establish the fuel tank capacity including the reserve
tank, each time they ride a different motorcycle. If the motorcycle is fitted with
‘Cruise Control’, you need to explain the benefits of using it and when and how it
should be used.
You should explain and demonstrate how mirrors are adjusted to give the best view
of the road behind. If the view to the rear is obstructed by their elbows or stature
you should explain what your pupils should do to help improve this – fit longer
mirror stems.
You need to outline the two types of mirror that are available:
• flat mirrors - These don’t distort the picture of the road behind. This makes it
easier for you to judge the speed and distance of traffic behind you; and
• convex mirrors - These are slightly curved and give a wider field of vision. This
makes it more difficult to judge the speed and distance of traffic behind.
Basic skills – They should practise finding and using the controls. They need to
develop a feel for the controls, especially the throttle, clutch and brakes.
Remember, you need to explain to your pupils when riding they may be wearing gloves
and boots. This may affect their feel and ease with which they can reach certain controls.
Your pupils must be able to operate the controls smoothly and without having to
look down to find them.
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