CBT Compulsory Basic Training
CBT Element 'D' Roadcraft Talk
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We start element 'D' with a basic description of how to approach and navigate a roundabouts.
The following advice assumes a roundabout has 3 exits and is a handy guide to follow:
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To Turn Left (leaving at the first exit)
Observation Signal left, and approach the roundabout in the left-hand lane.
Keep to the left of the roundabout and signal left to leave
To Go Straight On (leaving at the second exit)
Choose the appropriate lane on approach to and on the roundabout. If you can't see the markings on the road then it is usually the safest option to keep in the left lane.
Stay in this lane until you are getting ready to exit the roundabout
Indicate left after you have passed the exit before the one you want.
To Turn Right (leaving at the third exit)
Indicate right and approach the roundabout in the right-hand lane
Keep to the right-hand lane on the roundabout until you need to change lanes to exit the roundabout
Signal left after you have passed the exit before the one that you want.
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In all cases, you should make sure to watch out for:
Pedestrians who may be crossing the approach to the roundabout or exit roads.
Traffic crossing in front of you - most importantly vehicles that are going to leave at the next exit
Traffic straddling lanes or positioned incorrectly. Look out for other Motorcyclists as they could be moving fast,
Cyclists and horse riders, take special care with long vehicles - they may have to move across several lanes, so be careful and watch for their signals.
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The next section of element 'D' a brief look into the highway code, what it is, why we use it etc..
A fairly good reason to read the highway code before you come for training, or view online here
We may get you to identify some road signs, and explain the difference between some traffic light crossings,
like the Puffin, toucan, pedestrian, zebra, and the pegasus. (Yes there really are five types of crossing)
We will also cover the main differences between motorcycles and cars..
Several other points will be covered
- Vulnerability
- Visibility
- Where you should look
- Where you should position
- Other vehicles
- Road surfaces
- Weather conditions
- Effects of weather to us as riders
- The LAW about you and your motorcycle
And many more...
This talk is both interesting and informative, it generally last around 1 hour.
Once this talk is complete you will be split into pairs and assigned an instructor for the onroad
part of the CBT (Element 'E'). The instructor that trained you on the car park can only take two of you onroad
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Element 'A' |
Element 'B' |
CBT Element 'C' |
Element 'E' |
CBT Info
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