an instructors guide to delivering compulsory basic training - NIDirect

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Faults they should avoid:
• late or incorrect use of the OSM/PSL routine;
• reacting too late or incorrectly to other road users intentions;
• being positioned incorrectly;
• not following directions given by signs and markings;
• overtaking unsafely or not overtaking when necessary;
• not demonstrating correct use of speed; and
• making incorrect decisions about the speed and distance of oncoming traffic
when emerging into or crossing traffic.
U-turn
2. CBT Syllabus
As part of Element C you would have given your pupils an opportunity to practise
riding in a U-turn in a safe environment or training area. During this element you
should consolidate on this previous practice and ask them to practice the U-turn on
the road. This will build their skills and helps prepare them for the practical
motorcycle test.
Basic skills – Pupils will need to show they have developed good balance and are
skilled in the use of the clutch, throttle, rear brake and steering and can develop
these skills to a level that will enable them to cope with:
• the camber of the road;
• the possibility of passing traffic; and
• kerbs on either side.
Faults they should avoid:
• failure to take effective observation before or during the exercise;
• riding into the kerb or onto the pavement;
• using their feet to help balance; and
• harsh, clumsy use of the clutch and/or throttle.
Stopping in an emergency
As part of Element C your pupils would have learnt and practised this exercise in a
controlled environment. In this element they will repeat the exercise but in an onroad
situation. This will: