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2. CBT Syllabus
• using the clutch;
• selecting first gear;
• finding the ‘biting point’;
• keeping balance; and
• using the brakes to stop.
Explain to your pupils how to cover the rear brake and give them the opportunity
to put this into practice. You will also need to show them how to ride in a straight
line, including advice on how they can keep their balance.
Basic skills – They will need to practise until they can:
• coordinate the controls when moving off and stopping;
• keep their balance; and
• use both brakes in a smooth and controlled manner.
They should try to avoid
When they move off for the first time they may feel insecure. Avoid letting them ride
with their feet hanging down. From the beginning they need to learn to ride with
their feet up on the footrests.
When they stop they will have to put a foot down to support the motorcycle. You
should explain which foot to put down. Give them an opportunity to follow your
guidance and make sure they understand why.
Explain they should avoid fierce use of the controls at all times as this can lead to
stalling the engine, skidding or loss of steering control.
The pupils should understand how to take effective observations including knowing
the location of any blind spots, and how to check they are clear before moving away.
Giving your pupils a reference point at which to stop will help them judge how to
graduate use of the brakes.
Ride the motorcycle slowly under control
Your pupils need to show you they can ride a motorcycle slowly and under full
control. This is to prepare them for riding on the road where this skill will be needed
to deal with: