Looking for advice

HunterICX · 02-19-11, 04:35 AM

Don't know if it's the same here as in the states.

but here in Spain for example you have 3 parts

1 - Theory Test
2 - Driving test #1 *on a circuit where you have to do a trial run (ride between 2 lines, zig zag between cones and some more of that stuff)
3 - Driving test #2 *on the road, where an examiner tells you to follow or where to go*

as for choice of bike, what are you planning to go to with a road legal dirtbike?

HunterICX

Jimbuna · 02-19-11, 08:23 AM

I've yet to see anyone drive a bike 'normally' in Spain

In the UK it consists of a theory test and an on the road test where you are told a route and followed by an examiner.

I'm not sure about the control/cones thing because it was over 30 years ago for me.

AVGWarhawk · 02-19-11, 08:33 AM

I believe it is Japan that has certain levels of CC that the rider must pass before going to a higher CC bike. In short, they can not get a FJ1200 croch rocket to go 150+ the first day out. They start on a scooter. It is like crawling before you walk. With that said, get a bike that you can physically handle. I understand some tests for a license require you lay the bike on it's side and pick it up again. If you can not physically do this you fail the test. Get a bike that is not overpowered. You are attempting to pass a test. Again, a Harley hog might not be your best pick for this. Something like an old Honda Rebel. Once you learn to ride on something a bit slow and get the license then go for the bigger bike.

One word of advise...ride like know one sees you because 9 time out of 10 they do not see you.

Good Luck!

Sledgehammer427 · 02-19-11, 10:16 AM

Hunter, I grew up in an area that was full of farmland, it seems perfectly natural that I would like a bike that I can use on the road and....if need be.....cut across the open areas.

the bike I'm looking at is a Honda CB400, or a CB650. (I Really want the 650, all I gotta do is put the carbs back on)
if anything else theres a 1988 Ninja ZX750. Theres not a large choice of bikes for less than $1000 US. The most I'll pay for one of those Hondas is $700

@AVGWarhawk, I can handle a bike the size of the ones I'm looking at. I don't intend on getting a big cruiser anyway, theres enough guys here with those big obnoxious bikes and I'm just not a fan.
I would just like something I can get around on and look cool riding

Thanks guys!

Sailor Steve · 02-19-11, 11:15 AM

Check here:
http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?q=259456

If it's the same as Utah then taking the course will get you certified automatically.

Sledgehammer427 · 02-19-11, 12:19 PM

Excellent link SS!
I wouldn't know where to start, I hate navigating government websites

Sailor Steve · 02-19-11, 01:48 PM

When I was 16 I got my California Learner's permit, and it said "May drive a motor vehicle when accompanied by a licensed adult. May ride a motorcycle unaccompanied."

I said "Dad, you know that little Honda 50 you bought to ride to work and never did...?"

02-19-11, 08:33 AM	#3
AVGWarhawk Lucky Jack Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: In a 1954 Buick. Posts: 28,274 Downloads: 90 Uploads: 0	I believe it is Japan that has certain levels of CC that the rider must pass before going to a higher CC bike. In short, they can not get a FJ1200 croch rocket to go 150+ the first day out. They start on a scooter. It is like crawling before you walk. With that said, get a bike that you can physically handle. I understand some tests for a license require you lay the bike on it's side and pick it up again. If you can not physically do this you fail the test. Get a bike that is not overpowered. You are attempting to pass a test. Again, a Harley hog might not be your best pick for this. Something like an old Honda Rebel. Once you learn to ride on something a bit slow and get the license then go for the bigger bike. One word of advise...ride like know one sees you because 9 time out of 10 they do not see you. Good Luck! __________________ “You're painfully alive in a drugged and dying culture.” ― Richard Yates, Revolutionary Road

02-19-11, 10:16 AM	#4
Sledgehammer427 PacWagon Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Drinking coffee and staring at trees in Massachusetts Posts: 2,908 Downloads: 287 Uploads: 0	Hunter, I grew up in an area that was full of farmland, it seems perfectly natural that I would like a bike that I can use on the road and....if need be.....cut across the open areas. the bike I'm looking at is a Honda CB400, or a CB650. (I Really want the 650, all I gotta do is put the carbs back on) if anything else theres a 1988 Ninja ZX750. Theres not a large choice of bikes for less than $1000 US. The most I'll pay for one of those Hondas is $700 @AVGWarhawk, I can handle a bike the size of the ones I'm looking at. I don't intend on getting a big cruiser anyway, theres enough guys here with those big obnoxious bikes and I'm just not a fan. I would just like something I can get around on and look cool riding Thanks guys! __________________ Cold Waters Voice Crew - Fire Control Officer Cmdr O. Myers - C/O USS Nautilus (SS-168) 114,000 tons sunk - 4 Spec Ops completed V-boat Nutcase - Need supplies? Japanese garrison on a small island in the way? Just give us a call! D4C!

02-19-11, 11:15 AM	#5
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	Check here: http://www.ct.gov/dot/cwp/view.asp?q=259456 If it's the same as Utah then taking the course will get you certified automatically. __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

02-19-11, 12:19 PM	#6
Sledgehammer427 PacWagon Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Drinking coffee and staring at trees in Massachusetts Posts: 2,908 Downloads: 287 Uploads: 0	Excellent link SS! I wouldn't know where to start, I hate navigating government websites __________________ Cold Waters Voice Crew - Fire Control Officer Cmdr O. Myers - C/O USS Nautilus (SS-168) 114,000 tons sunk - 4 Spec Ops completed V-boat Nutcase - Need supplies? Japanese garrison on a small island in the way? Just give us a call! D4C!

02-19-11, 01:48 PM	#7
Sailor Steve Eternal Patrol Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: High in the mountains of Utah Posts: 50,369 Downloads: 745 Uploads: 249	When I was 16 I got my California Learner's permit, and it said "May drive a motor vehicle when accompanied by a licensed adult. May ride a motorcycle unaccompanied." I said "Dad, you know that little Honda 50 you bought to ride to work and never did...?" __________________ “Never do anything you can't take back.” —Rocky Russo

02-19-11, 04:35 AM	#1
HunterICX Rear Admiral Join Date: May 2006 Location: Malaga, España Posts: 10,750 Downloads: 8 Uploads: 0	Don't know if it's the same here as in the states. but here in Spain for example you have 3 parts 1 - Theory Test 2 - Driving test #1 on a circuit where you have to do a trial run (ride between 2 lines, zig zag between cones and some more of that stuff) 3 - Driving test #2 on the road, where an examiner tells you to follow or where to go* as for choice of bike, what are you planning to go to with a road legal dirtbike? HunterICX __________________

02-19-11, 08:23 AM	#2
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,615 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	I've yet to see anyone drive a bike 'normally' in Spain In the UK it consists of a theory test and an on the road test where you are told a route and followed by an examiner. I'm not sure about the control/cones thing because it was over 30 years ago for me. __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!