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Each test candidate must satisfy the person conducting the test as to—
(a)his ability to—
(i)carry out properly the activities, and
(ii)perform competently, without danger to and with due consideration for other road users, the manoeuvres
specified in sections A to E below in all respects in accordance with those sections; and
(b)his understanding of how to balance safely with a passenger.
Read in good daylight (with the aid of corrective lenses if worn) a registration mark fixed to a motor vehicle and containing letters and figures 79.4 millimetres high at a distance of 20.5 metres.
1. Adjust rear view mirrors.
2. Adjust crash helmet.
1. Start the engine and move off smoothly (uphill and downhill as well as on the flat).
2. Accelerate to a suitable speed while maintaining a straight course, including during gear-changes.
3. Adjust speed to negotiate left or right turns at junctions, possibly in restricted spaces, while maintaining control of the vehicle.
4. Lean over to turn.
5. Keep balance at various speeds.
6. Brake accurately to stop where directed, if need be by performing an emergency stop.
7. Park the vehicle on its stand.
8. Remove motor bicycle from its stand and move it, without the aid of the engine, by walking alongside it.
9. Cause the vehicle to face in the opposite direction by driving it forward (a“U-turn”).
1. Observe (including the use of the rear view mirrors) road alignment, markings, signs and potential or actual risks.
2. Communicate with other road users using the authorised means.
3. React appropriately in actual risk situations.
4. Comply with road traffic regulations and the instructions of the police and traffic controllers.
5. Move off from the kerb or a parking space.
6. Drive with the vehicle correctly positioned on the road, adjusting speed to traffic conditions and the line of the road.
7. Keep the right distance between vehicles.
8. Change lanes.
9. Pass parked or stationary vehicles and obstacles.
10. Approach and cross junctions.
11. Turn right and left at junctions or to leave the carriageway.
12. Where the opportunity arises—
(a)Pass oncoming vehicles, including in confined spaces.
(b)Overtake in various situations.
(c)Approach and cross level-crossings.
Take all precautions necessary when alighting.
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