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Learning to ride a motorcycle: Theory test
By Ben Cope on 28/07/2011 17:42:58
Study what you need to know to pass the multiple choice theory and hazard perception tests
The theory test is broken into two parts; multiple choice and hazard perception. Even if you have taken a theory test in order to get your car licence, you will need to take another one to get your motorcycle licence.The first part of the theory
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Petition to change theory test gathers pace
By Visordown News on 09/02/2012 11:51:59
You can add your weight
A CAMPAIGN has been launched to ensure that at least one motorcycle-related question appears in every driving theory test examination.The campaign, spearheaded by motorcycle insurance company Bennetts, has been dubbed 'Motorcyclists Matter
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Big Bang Theory - Virgin Yamaha R1
By Tim Dickson on 29/07/2005 13:27:00
Big bang motors have arrived in BSB. Virgin Yamaha's R1 breaks the mould, not the rules
At the beginning of 2004 a new sound was heard in MotoGP. The screaming rasp of the inline four-cylinder Yamaha M1 was replaced with a deeper, flat drone, which at tickover became a rough, barking clatter. Yamaha had introduced the 'big bang' concept to the world.Now the same sou...
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Why Can't Southerners Race?
By Visordown on 15/04/2010 09:38:56
Born down South? An analysis of the North = quick theory to see why Northerners are better than you at racing
. And then there’s the Jocks: Hislop, Mackenzie, Rob McElnea and Jim Moodie.I tried my North=quick theory on a few mates down the pub and not surprisingly they all fired the name Barry Sheene at me. Of course, everyone knows that one of Britain’s greatest talents
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Final push for 'Motorcyclists Matter' petition
By Visordown News on 21/06/2012 15:19:02
Campaign to raise motorcycle awareness in driving test ends on Saturday
THE petition to raise motorcycle awareness by getting a compulsory question added to theory comes to an end this Saturday.Set-up by bike insurers, Bennetts, the campaign currently has over 70,000 signatures but there is still a big push
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'Motorcyclists Matter' petition gets support
By Visordown News on 29/03/2012 09:52:45
Campaign gaining momentum with more than 31,000 signatures and support from three industry organisations
THE petition to see at least one motorcycle related question on the theory test is gathering momentum with more than 31,000 signatures already and support from three industry organisations.The MCI, BMF and MAG are supporting the Bennetts launched
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Learning to ride a motorcycle: One Stop Guide
By Visordown on 02/08/2011 14:00:57
Motorcycle learning to ride guide
theory testPart 7: Motorcycle practical test - Module 1 and Module 2 advicePart 8: The right kitPart 9: Choosing the right first bikePart 10: Post-test advanced rider skills trainingMotorcycle licence test tips:When it is necessary to overtake in a
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3 million learner-driver details lost
By Visordown News on 17/12/2007 18:29:23
Things go from bad to worse for the Government
THE PERSONAL details of three million candidates for the driving theory test have gone missing.According to reports, the loss happened when a hard drive containing the information went missing in America.At around 5.30pm today (Monday) Transport
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New-style bike test launched in Northern Ireland
By Visordown News on 15/12/2008 15:41:33
Environment Minister Sammy Wilson introduces new CBT-style element which kicks off in aid of better road safety
NORTHERN Ireland Environment Minister Sammy Wilson has launched a new-style motorcycle test aimed at better safety on the country's roads.The new-style test, which kicked off on December 8th, means would-be bikers will have to pass a theory test, a
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Rotary Norton NRV588 'could go 200mph+'
By Ben Cope on 10/09/2009 12:08:42
Norton clock impressive top speed at Bonneville salt flats with new rotary bike
.Hoping to gain an extra 15 mph by making up the difference of 800 rpm before redline, the Norton team opted to change out the front tire, a full-wet, to a cut slick. The swap should in theory create less rolling resistance on the front-wheel, and thus hopefully
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