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DAS (Direct Access Scheme)

DAS stands for "Direct Access Scheme", it was introduced to allow riders of 21 years of age or above to take a test on a motorcycle which if passed allows them to instantly ride any motorcycle of any CC with no restrictions.
The DAS training must be taken on a motorcycle of over 46.6bhp, normally at least a 500cc

Training must be done by an ATB (Approved Training Body)
You must be in radio contact at all times, and wear a high vis vest.

Full Size Training Area
Shires Full DSA Size Mod 1 Training Area

Now this is where you really feel two of the benefits of training at Shires Motorcycle Training

As part of the course you must complete a CBT (Compulsory Basic Training)
A full motorcycle theory test must also be taken before the practical test can be taken.

For rules about age, and which licence you can go for click What can I ride?

So what to do next

First of all, either pop into our Derby office or call us to arrange your course requirements.
Below is a list of what will be included in your course:

CBT, this can be included in the course price
Your Theory test will be booked by us and you will be given revision materials (DVD-Rom) to help you revise
Both practical tests (Modules 1 & 2) will be booked by us at a date and time to suit you
Motorcycle hire (could be a brand new BMW G650GS Enduro or a Triumph Bonneville)
All insurance and fuel needed for the motorcycle
All your kit, including an approved motorcycle safety helmet, jacket, boots, gloves and waterproof over trousers
All the tuition you will need to get you through your tests
All training & test times will be printed out and posted to you prior to the start of training.

There is free tea & coffee available throughout the day and usually a burger van too. Toilet facilities and loads of FREE off road parking.

Shires have the largest approved off road training area in the midlands

The motorcycle test is now split into 2 modules:-
Module 1 (Specified Manoeuvres)
The Module 1 test is carried out on an off-road DSA approved test site and covers all the slow riding and manoeuvres you will have learnt in your training. The test lasts for approximately 25 minutes.
The picture to the right shows the course you will be doing (left hand version)
Module 2 (On Road Riding Skills).
Module 2 is the on-road riding part, which is carried out on possible roads you may have been on for your training. The test lasts approximately 40 to 45 minutes.

You must pass part one before you are able to take part two

DAS courses are based on an individuals needs and are run in half or full day sessions.
Day 1 however must be a full day as this will be your CBT (if not already passed)
The second session of your course you will be training for mod 1 still on a 125cc motorcycle.
The third session of your course you will be training on one of the larger bikes out on the road.
Don't worry we don't just stick you on it and say off you go. You will be shown all round the bike and shown the differences between the 650cc and the 125cc used on your CBT
We will then show you how to get on and off safely, in fact every detail is covered.
The forth session of your course you will be training for mod 1 still on the larger motorcycle.

Then you should be off to your module 1 test, if all goes well the remaining sessions will be all on road.

A full price list for the courses can be found here

We would highly recommend that if you are considering any type of motorcycle training that you read the latest copy of the highway code, especially young riders taking a CBT course. The highway code can be purchased from our Derby branch, or found online here For advanced and instructor courses we also recommend the DSA guide to riding & Know your signs

The Highway Cade	DSA guide to riding	Know your signs