Learner Licence/BHST

During the basic handling skills test, you will be assessed on four stages that cover essential manoeuvres and control of your motorcycle.  Your training prior to the test will also cover these stages (as necessary, depending on your experience). The training and stages include:

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1. Basic Turn and Stop: This stage evaluates your ability to make controlled turns and bring the motorcycle to a controlled stop. It tests your handling skills and coordination while manoeuvring the motorcycle at lower speeds.

2. Figure of Eight and Park: In this stage, you will demonstrate your control and balance by navigating through a figure-of-eight pattern. This tests your ability to handle the motorcycle smoothly while maintaining stability. Additionally, you will be required to perform a parking manoeuvre to assess your control during slow-speed operations.

3. Linking Figures of Eight: This stage builds upon the previous one, where you will need to smoothly link multiple figure-of-eight patterns. It assesses your ability to maintain consistent control and balance while transitioning between manoeuvres.

4. Increased Speed and Emergency Stop: In the final stage, you will showcase your ability to handle higher speeds and perform an emergency stop. This evaluates your control, braking skills, and responsiveness in situations that require sudden and precise stopping.

The basic handling skills test aims to ensure that you have the necessary control, coordination, and manoeuvring skills to operate a motorcycle safely. Each of these stages will demonstrate your ability to handle a manual motorcycle. By successfully completing these stages, you demonstrate your competence in basic motorcycle handling.