Kinda wish my das instructor is as vocal as you are! At first I thought you were a bit harsh but I defo don’t now! You’re an awesome teacher, your students are lucky, I hope they realise that!

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

Haha, my students might say the same, but the key here is that when learning to ride we want our students to be the best riders they can be, and in the process they will pass their tests with flying colours. It would be easy to pass the test with lots of faults but would they be the best and safest riders they could be, if we let them get away with so many mistakes? Imagine, you can have 10 faults on your test and still pass. That's 1 fault every 4 minutes. Every fault is a safety issue, and if we don't educate them to know any different then we are not doing our jobs properly to keep these riders as safe as they can be for life, especially if they don't do any further post-test training. That's my approach anyway. Thanks for your comments 😊

I failed my Mod 2 a month ago, unfortunately. But then I watched all your videos and learned so much and happy to say that I passed my Mod 2 a few days ago on my second attempt! And on the day of my birthday! Thank you for your amazing videos!!! I also feel much safer and more in control on the roads.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

That's lovely to hear. Well done on passing the test and I'm happy you feel much safer now 👍 Thanks for letting me know 😊

Great video and commentary. I’ve been watching and learning from the videos on this channel for a few weeks. Passed my Mod 2 in Rotherham today! I’ve just turned 60 and still keen to keep learning. Thank you for the posts.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome and congrats 😊 Keep safe and enjoy riding 😁

@thesmithsmaf

Жыл бұрын

Well done!!

@bashka99

3 ай бұрын

Inspirational ❤️

Thanks Lianna, iv'e got my mod 1 on the 19th july, and mod 2 on the 20th, providing i pass the mod 1, your videos are a great help.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Ooh great news. I'm sure you'll be fine 😊 Thanks for your comments and happy to help 😁

@gmantoon

Жыл бұрын

Good luck 👍

You can’t ask for better instruction than that. Hope to do my mod 2 soon so I’ve been watching this channel flat out. Thanks for the instruction 👍

@motorcyclelessonsuk

10 ай бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for your kind comments 😊 Good luck with the test 👍

ie time stamp 14.01 to 14.13 this really helped

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

Lovely, glad to hear it 😊

I've said it previously in other videos but now i'm starting to go through the playlists as i understand more things out on the road. But you are awesome at what you do, everything is clear and concise and to the point. Great instructions that leave little doubt into what you should and shouldn't be doing. After having two instructors so far they aren't half as clear as yourself. However i give them the benefit of the doubt as i'm learning and will make mistakes here and there trying to take all that information in and process it in good time :)

@motorcyclelessonsuk

2 ай бұрын

Thank you, very kind of you. I'm glad you're finding the videos helpful, makes it all worthwhile 😊. Enjoy your training and here's to lifetime of safe riding 👍🏻

Brilliant advice. Perfect gental repetition. Helps make your words stick.Thank you so much for taking the time.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

10 ай бұрын

Thanks and you're welcome 😊

Just to say your videos are how I passed my test with no training as training wasn't available untill after Christmasi thought i would have a go. I watched all your Mod 2 videos and passed first time. The videos are spot on and a big Thankyou! 🎉

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

Well now that's a big compliment to you and me both! Congratulations 👏👏🎊🎉☺️

Lianna thanks for sharing that information great video very well explained i have my mod 2 re booked for this month andy i passed my mod 1 first time so i keep watching this thanks lianna for sending the link over and getting back

@motorcyclelessonsuk

8 ай бұрын

You're very welcome, best of luck with the mod 2 🤞😊

Passed my Mod 2 today and your videos helped a lot. Much appreciated

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Congrats 👏 Thanks for letting me know, and glad you've found them useful 😊

Thanks Leanna, I really appreciate these videos and explanations.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊 Glad you're finding them helpful.

Kind of spooky how the basic 'rules' haven't changed in 45+ years. Back then I used to stay in what you now call 'Position 2' and keep a constant radius with the kerb. There was a very tricky left turn at the very end of the test as you headed back towards the test centre, it was probably a 140' turn. (It was very easy to swing out wide) To make matters worse, the examiner did the 'Emergency Stop' just as you started to accelerate up the hill. 😈 You didn't need to feather the clutch on a RS100....🤣 Great demo.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

Great helpful advice ! Thank you 😊

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Ай бұрын

You're welcome 😁

Hi leanna, l am lost for words, l was out yesterday and had encountered with some inconsidered road users and was puzzled about shoulder checks. You have cleared this up for me again. I love watching your video and can not get enough of them. Thank you, and keep the tremendous work.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

6 ай бұрын

Hurray, I'm glad. Thank you for letting me know it's been useful 😊, very kind.

did my CBT two days ago...looking forward to working towards a full licence now

@motorcyclelessonsuk

6 ай бұрын

Enjoy it 😊

Thank you for uploading this video..I had my mod2 practice today and my test is tomorrow morning…my lane discipline wasn’t up to scratch so I came away from my lesson very worried about the morning. I have watched and rewatched your video and I will watch it again on my way to my test. The explanation throughout is beyond helpful! I really hope it pays off tomorrow 🤞🏻🫣

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Hi Jennifer, it sounds like you're doing well by doing some extra homework for tomorrow 😊 Best of luck 🤞

@JakeyMikeySmithey

11 ай бұрын

How did it go??

Thankyou for taking time to make the video

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

I have Mod 2 in Basildon early November. Your videos are helping me. Thanks 😊

@motorcyclelessonsuk

9 ай бұрын

Best of luck. I'm glad they're of use to you 😊 Thanks for letting me know.

Brilliant video.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, glad you liked it 😊

Awesome lesson , through the eyes of the instructor, can't beat it🔥 keep rockin leanna ✌️👍👍👍 ps, didn't skip an ad👌

@carolinemaycooper7100

Жыл бұрын

Hey Craig, Thanks for the "heads up" on not skipping Adds...I didn`t know that skipping Adds within the first five seconds affects the revenue from KZread which the creator receives. I`ll not be skipping Adds so quickly in the future but maybe I`ll just mute the volume 🤣 Keep safe and keep watching Leanna, shes great!!!

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks Craig 😊

When I did my lorry test years ago I was told not to swing out to make a turn, you'd fail. You were supposed to have positioned yourself correctly beforehand. Ironically if you look at the track the rear wheels follow swinging out actually makes very little difference. Getting back on a bike after a fair few decades....any other old geezers out there, modern bikes are quite different - my Triumph Speedtwin had four times the cc of my Honda Varadero but only double the horsepower. ....and no electric start😂

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

It is odd that most drivers of modern SUVs all seem the feel the need to do it too! Thanks for your comment 😊

Good advice.about 25yrs ago the trainers used 2 advice ride on the left part of your road & not the middle.tgus becouse the middle of your road is "dirty" so I wonder why Policy has changed from back then?

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Hello, I think it's probably because modern day cars don't drip or leak anywhere near as much (if any) oil. Thanks for your comments 😊

thanks for another great video. i’ve quickly fallen into the habit of using my gears/clutch along with my breaks to slow down. it feels more controlled. doesn’t feel like it’s stressing the engine. (makes my triumph do a lovely pop/burble) always make sure i’m touching the breaks to let people know behind me. does that sound right to you? sometimes i’ll almost exclusively use gears to slow when in a straight line. 50-30 for eg. will i burn out my clutch do u think? (last night the whole counter steering just clicked. i barely turned a corner pointing the bars in the same direction. it’s an epiphany. feels so much more controlled.)

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Hi Jason, we use the phrase "brakes to slow, gears to match". So the first point of braking is easing off the throttle, then touch of brakes (to let people know we are slowing down), then selecting the appropriate gear for the speed we are slowing down to as you decrease your speed gradually. Once you're down to about 15mph the clutch can stay in and you can finish with just brakes so the slowing down process is very smooth. It doesn't sound like you'll wear your clutch out frok what you're describing 😊

can you do a small video where you tell us what your doing at every left or right turn or over taking parked cars

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

Hi Paul, I read your comment last night, and today whilst my students were on test I filmed a brief commentated ride, it won't be uploaded for a few weeks yet as I have the next few weeks of uploads already scheduled but stay tuned and it will be online sometime soon 😊

great video with precise instruction which is what us newbie bikers need. Can I ask, do you know if IAM frown on using the clutch to control the turn - asking as considering doing it but find some of their stuff confuses me (watched a video of an IAM observer being critical of a slight gear brake overlap into a fairly tight left turn - despite roadcraft and their own stuff seemingly suggesting this was ok as part of a planned approach)

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for the feedback. I doubt the IAM would frown upon it, depends how tight the turn is. If it's not especially tight then you should be selecting the appropriate gear before the bend and managing the bend on the throttle, but if it is very tight, using the clutch in an appropriate gear should be permitted. The system of Roadcraft "IPSGA" does specify the order of preparing for hazards and bends. "Speed" is usually accepted as deceleration (throttle) and/or brakes, which generally precedes the selection of the gear, and the gear should be selected well before the bend/turn. However there is always to some degree a brake/gear overlap on bikes due to the nature of the controls we are using and this should be accepted by your local IAM observer. I suspect the gear change was late on this occasion or perhaps the gear was used to slow the bike down, which is frowned upon. Either way, ask your IAM observer what exactly the IAM assessor will be looking for - there may be some local variation so it's worth asking the question early on. Thanks 😊

@LANKY123

11 ай бұрын

@@motorcyclelessonsuk thanks for the explanation, much appreciated, keep up the good work.!

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

@@LANKY123 you're welcome 😊

Please can you clarify something? I'm under the impression that as part of the OSMPSL procedure, within observations, this must not only include mirrors, but also a shoulder check BEFORE signalling, then a further shoulder check/life saver before changing position to either 1 or 3. Is this correct, as I see some some riders signalling having only made rear obs using mirrors, which surely doesn't tell us what is in the blind spot? I.e. full obs must include a shoulder check before signalling? Thanks in advance.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

Hi, when turning left or right the "O" stands for mirrors, so it's "mirrors, signal, lifesaver, position, speed, look". You only need one lifesaver, and it is in order to check the blindspot to change position. If turning right into a side road there is a second lifesaver just prior to turning. The purpose of a lifesaver is to check the blindspot immediately prior to moving position. Checking the blindspot too early would result in needing a second check before moving, making the first check null and void. I hope that helps 😊

Great video, just wish the sound quality was better.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Yes me too. I've tried all manner of things to improve it from more expensive microphones to editing the audio quite a lot prior to uploading, but not much is working. My budget won't stretch to a full professional setup! Apologies 😊

Nearly on a daily basis I see Lunatics (I mean learners) doing this. Even my friend who's not long passed his test has gotten into this bad habit. His riding is tbh appalling and I can't believe that is test standard. What happened to O.S.M.P.S.L? Observation, Signal, Manoeuvre into Position, Speed, Lifesaver. I've shown him lots of your videos and he said he did very little through his training. Great videos and explination

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

It's funny how when we start looking, we see more and more mistakes! Thanks for the comments 😊

@flippy66

11 ай бұрын

Learners aren't lunatics, they're learning. Were you perfect when you were learning?

Thanks for informative videos , you are amazing instructor truly amazing. Which city you are based?

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, that's very kind of you. Currently based in Nottingham.

Good evening Leanna, nice video Must admit that when i am turning left I am usually more number 1 and half than 1 or 2 but i do end up in number 2 from that position but always check left blind spot because of anyone trying to squeeze past me on the left but i will try getting more into the number one position to save doing that check. i have a question for you 🤭 do you have an opinion on these auto cancelling indicators and there is also a gadget for when you slow down a red light comes on to warn others that your slowing down when engine braking? I have seen them advertised as safety features. i am off to work now safe drive and stay safe kev

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Hi Kev, that sounds very sensible to me. The main thing is being aware of those gaps and doing the checks where needed, rather than being oblivious! Thanks as always 😊

@kgba17580

Жыл бұрын

Ok thanks Leanna , yes the gaps where those pesky escooters seem to think they can squeeze through before you turn left 😂

Hi Lianna, thanks for this video. So once you're in position 1 to turn left, there's no need for a second (final) lifesaver immediately prior to turning left? Also, can I ask another question? If you were turning left from one residential road into another, would you be penalised on Mod 2 by the examiner for maintaining position 2 - providing I lifesaver before doing the turn (check my blind spot)? I am somewhat of a defensive rider, and only tend to use the 1st and 3rd positions on busy junctions or when exiting main roads onto smaller residential areas and vice versa. My fear with leaning toward position 1 on a small residential road, when turning left into an equally small residential, is that there could be a string of cars parked as you're turning left, which sometimes you'd only see when too late (unsure if that makes sense?) I appreciate we all have different riding styles, but would I be penalised for maintaining position 2 in the circumstances I've mentioned? Thanks, Martin

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Ай бұрын

Hi Martin. Correct, once in position, there should be no need for another lifesaver as you are in a position that prevents others using the space to your left. It's fine to do what you're suggesting, no you won't be penalised so long as you do that lifesaver. However, bear in mind your cornering speed should always be dictated by your view. If you can't see around the turn in position 1, take it slower so you could deal with any reasonably anticipated hazards such as parked cars or pedestrians crossing the road. Speed is always dictated by view. You should always be able to stop in the distance you can see to be clear on your side of the road. Playing devil's advocate - If you're taking the turn in 2, you'll be tempted to take it quicker, therefore less likely to be able to stop. Thanks 😊

I am working on my rights 😅

Hi, experience has taught me position 3 is not good for turning right at a junction. Corner cutters from the left and wide turners from the right risk contact. 2 or 2.5 but not 3. Your thoughts?

@motorcyclelessonsuk

9 ай бұрын

Position 3 is standard for turning right. An approach at a slow enough speed for junctions will allow more time to spot the potential for all those issues mentioned above, whereby the rider can plan for it on the approach, and not have to deal with it at the last minute. Thanks.

@holeephuc007

9 ай бұрын

@@motorcyclelessonsuk Thank you.

Nice video, are you in 1st or 2nd gear when doing these sharper turns?

@motorcyclelessonsuk

10 ай бұрын

Hi, usually second gear unless I have to stop. Depends on the speed however, if I almost stop, then reintroduce the power, then it's more likely to be 1st gear. Thanks 😊

@ronlysons6750

10 ай бұрын

Thanks, much appreciated. I think as long as I'm moving I'll stick to second and slip the clutch. I'm back on the bike after a 50 year absence, spent the last 30years riding a bicycle. It's the weight of the bike that needs a bit getting used to when going slow and turning. I got myself a brand new Honda CB300R, plenty big enough for my needs at 69 years old. I suppose I've left it a bit late. Really enjoying it though. Take care. @@motorcyclelessonsuk

How is it safer to be in position 1 when turning left when doing so a), makes you less likely to be seen by a pedestrain about to cross infront of you and b), makes the turn tighter ?

@motorcyclelessonsuk

10 ай бұрын

Ask yourself the question: if I am in position 1 which therefore blocks anyone including cyclists and scooter riders from passing me on the inside as I turn left, because the turn is tighter will I be taking the turn faster or slower? Will I be better able to deal with a hazard as I turn at this speed? I'm not aware of any junctions where a main road meets a side road, where pedestrians waiting to cross cannot see the main road, unless they choose to cross further down the road from the junction which then negates the problem with potentially hitting them because we were travelling around the turn too fast to be able to deal with any hazards. In the correct position and at the correct speed we would have time to deal with any hazards as we make the turn. Our turn speed is always dictated by being able to stop in the distance we can see to be clear on our side of the road, so we should not be going that fast around a bend or turn that a pedestrian stepping out would cause us any issues. Thanks 😊

@Johnsonology

10 ай бұрын

Yes thanks, I had in mind the scenario where a group of people are standing around on a junction and their visibility is obscured by a post box, or another person or the fact that they are looking at their phones or some other distraction and just barge across without looking. In that instance, we've very little chance of seeing them, anitcipating and stopping. But I do take your point about stopping other two wheelers coming up on your inside. Many Thanks.@@motorcyclelessonsuk

@motorcyclelessonsuk

10 ай бұрын

@@Johnsonology you're welcome. In that scenario it is OUR view that dictates our speed, such that if it is restricted we slow down until we can see it is safe to continue. Thanks again 😊

@holeephuc007

9 ай бұрын

​@@motorcyclelessonsuk good explanation. Thanks.

Lianna I have been today mod 2 hes failed me again for a roundabout in the wrong lane he said he was just about to pass me

@motorcyclelessonsuk

8 ай бұрын

Ah. Best get back to the roundabouts uploads and have a recap. A fail is due to doing something unsafe, illegal, or that significantly inconveniences others, sadly for you there has to be a line drawn somewhere. Passing the test is about doing all the right things, correctly, under pressure on the day, easier said than done sometimes. Best of luck next time 🤞

@ANDY-we7mr

8 ай бұрын

@@motorcyclelessonsuk lianna thanks for getting back he said I nealy passed i was on a road and coming to a round about lianna and I wa going straight a head and he said I charge lanes my instructor said don't change a lane when you havd committed your self something like that do you have a video please

@motorcyclelessonsuk

8 ай бұрын

​@@ANDY-we7mrtry this one: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nYuat6uEn6-xd5M.html Try not to cross any white lines whereby doing so is actually changing lanes. Try to identify which white lines you need to stay between to stay in your own lane and not cut across any other traffic. There's a few examples of this on this particular upload.

What gear should you be in for those continuing turns, ie not from stationary or going significantly up or downhill?

@motorcyclelessonsuk

Жыл бұрын

Hello, usually second, unless you slow down so much that it's worth putting it into 1st. We usually say 2nd gear on the approach, 1st gear if you need to stop. On the approach slow down enough that you could easily stop if necessary without jamming the brakes on. "Prepare to stop while planning to go" is the phrase we use. Thanks 😊

Ta

isnt being in position 1 or 3 just encouraging cars to pass you before or while waiting to make a turn? ive been told in cbt's to be in position 2 to discourage cars from making such monovours? and you said in another video that you shouldnt be level with a side road youre waiting to turn into as it makes the turn tighter, in my head being in position 1 to turn left is also making you turn tighter? nothing against you i know youre just teaching what you have to but this stuff doesnt always feel logical to me

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

Hello, position 2 is our normal riding position when not navigating turns, which is a defensive position, as you say, not encouraging vehicles to overtake or pass you whilst travelling down the road in a straight line. Turning left and right is different because we are turning off the road, so long as once we have moved into the correct position to turn we don't swing back out again in the other direction, it is perfectly fine for other vehicles to pass us on the other side. Imagine the situation differently. We want to turn left but decide to do so from position 2. Just prior to turning a cyclist or scooter rider decides to carelessly pass us on the left because we have slowed down in some traffic in the approach, causing an accident. Or, we are turning right but decide to stay in position 2. A vehicle coming up behind assumes we have left our indicator on from a previous junction, gets frustrated at our speed and decides to commit to an overtake on the approach to the junction. In both these situations if we moved position as well as indicating we are positively communicating our intention to turn in the direction we are indicating. Other vehicles can pass us on the other side and carry on with their journey rather than us holding the traffic back. On waiting further back to turn, this is in relation to a right turn only and is to do with giving yourself time to get your balance before commiting to turn to avoid dropping the bike. It isn't to do with how tightly you turn. Position 1 for turning left may make the turn tighter but your speed should reflect this and proper use of the clutch will help. See my upload on using the clutch for slow tight turns. I hope this helps 😊 Thanks for your questions.

@SDrizzy

11 ай бұрын

@@motorcyclelessonsuk brilliant thank you so much for the detailed response youre a star. got lots to learn still, been on a cbt 6 years and turn 24 in january so its about time, very nervous for it all

@motorcyclelessonsuk

11 ай бұрын

@@SDrizzy you're welcome

How not to take your Mod 2, kzread.info/dash/bejne/qnuTxMOSndKcYso.html

@paullee6663

Жыл бұрын

🤣 🤣 🤣 He had his COVID mask on...ATGATT I guess for 'disguise'...??

So basically, counter steering is not allowed? Counter steering is safer than what she is demonstrating.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

9 ай бұрын

Would you like to elaborate?

@briangc1972

9 ай бұрын

@@motorcyclelessonsuk You said that it is a failure to steer right before turning left. That is how a rider initiates counter steering and is the proper and safest way to turn; especially as the vehicle speed increases. Go to 8:20 of this video kzread.info/dash/bejne/fZx6p9Cjn5rMqpc.html

This is a fantastic video! I have been practicing these by following your tips but I have noticed that I sit or lean to the left of the bike when going straight which then makes my left turns untidy and wobbly. Turning right I have no issues. Same with figure 8 exercises, very good at the right turn back in but I go very wide on the left turn in. Have you ever come across this occurring with your students? I am trying to figure out how to correct it but it keeps happening.

@motorcyclelessonsuk

15 күн бұрын

Hmmm, I've haven't really come across it as a noticeable problem with students, but I have come across people who don't sit centrally on the bike before. It might sound rather obvious/uncompromising, but have you tried to sit more centrally? One thing you can try is dropping your left elbow into your hip as you try to turn/lean for turns and fig 8. This is a technique I use with students who struggle to do fig 8s and u turns. Relaxing the arm and dropping the elbow into the hip can help you turn the bars for slow tight turns. Imagine you are dropping the whole of your left side in on itself as you start to lean/turn, to allow the bike to lean, rather than letting your arms straighten and fighting the lean/turn. Without seeing you ride, it's hard to address the issues to be honest but I hope this helps in some way.

@donalraffertydotcom

14 күн бұрын

@@motorcyclelessonsuk Thank you for taking the time to provide such a detailed response, I really appreciate it!

@motorcyclelessonsuk

14 күн бұрын

@@donalraffertydotcom you're welcome. Let me know how you get on. I've filmed an upload on this for u-turns but haven't had a chance to edit it yet so stay tuned 😊