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BikeSafe North Wales Rider Workshop Contents and Schedule 

As previously stipulated the workshops are designed to enhance the skills of all riders who have already passed their tests. To Bridge the Gap and insight interest in further training. Those that are returning to biking or just past their Direct Access are considered most suitable to attend.

The workshops will be very much practical and hands on.'In addition to an interactive presentation regarding road management skills there will be ample opportunity to take part in observed rides giving assessment and demonstration. All on good biking roads.

Rider Skills workshops
will be two-days duration (Unless alternative arrangements are requested) and will operate from 9am to 5pm on the Saturday and 10am to 4pm on the Sunday. The cost is £100 each rider. Although light refreshments are provided meals are not. Time will be given for attendants to eat food they bring or visit a suitable cafe.


Workshops can accommodate up to 20 people. Pillions are welcome at an extra £10 per day.

It is not essential but would be helpful if you have viewed a copy of the book 'Motorcycling Roadcraft'. This should be available from a library, High Street bookshop or securely on line from
motorcycle-uk.com

It is anticipated that you will cover approximately 70 miles on any day at a one to two maximum ratio. Please therefore ensure you have sufficient fuel prior to arriving at a workshop.

You will need to produce a valid driving licence, insurance and MOT (if applicable). It is also advised that riders have suitable clothing for the conditions and a road worthy bike. As the theory sessions are over a three hour period alternative clothing should be considered for your comfort.

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Full Licence Holders Only
Day One
09.00 - 10.00 Administration and Introduction
10.00 - 13.00 Interactive presentation on road management skills.
13.00 - 14.00 Lunch
14.00 - 17.00 Practical on road observed rides with Police/Agents during which time you will be offered assessment, demonstration and constructive de briefing. Stop for refreshments. The ride is conducted over approximately 70 miles on the scenic roads of North Wales including the Snowdonia National Park.
Day Two
10.00 Start Theory session
11.30 Practical session as before with final assessment break for lunch.
15.30 Workshop de brief and handout of packs, assessment sheets and certificates.

 

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