Observations And Road Positions | MOD 2 Tips #2
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- In the second episode of the MOD 2 tips series, we talk about observations and road positions. We go over what they are and how to practice them and use them while out on the road.
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Mod 2 is in three hours, and I swear I've learned more from these videos than my instructor by far. Really appreciate the hard work that went into these dude!
Much appreciated, Dean. All the best for the Mod 2 mate. 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse - Managed to pass. If I'm ever in your neck of the woods, I owe you nine hundred pints. Cheers again man!
That's awesome, Dean. Congratulations man. 👏 🍻🤜🤛
Thanks so much for these videos! I passed my Mod 2 this week and my only preparation was to watch all of your Mod 2 videos. I had your voice in my head during the test - “mirror, mirror, signal, wee life saver”!
Haha
Brilliant!!!!! you should be an Instructor. you have explained this so well !!!!
Appreciate that, Adam.
I thought he was until the end of one of his videos 😂
Totally agree. Thank u so much for the video!
Just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to make these videos.I looked through all of them and they were a big help for me to prepare for my mod 2.Very informative plus amazing advice.I’m 52 and with you’re help a I passed my mod2 4 days ago first time.looking forward to getting my first bike now and as I continue to learn I will remember you’re good advice.once again thanks mate.
Passed my Mod 2 today, first time, and have to say these videos are worth their weight in gold. Having all of this info on hand before even starting training gave me the edge. 3 minors, but wouldn't have cared if it was 9, a pass is a pass. Thank you @motoecosse
Brilliant knowledge given, unfortunately my instructor never gave me such details,much appreciated thanks
Been watching loads of youtube videos to prepare for my mod2 on monday next week and yours are my favourite. Exactly the kind of stuff I was looking for and I'm learning loads! Subbed
Appreciate that. All the best with the test.
@@MotoEcosse passed with 1 minor overtook a cyclist too close. But a pass is a pass!
Absolutely. Congratulations man.
Had my Mod 2 today, passed it. Spent 2 hours watching your vids before I went. Just wanted to say these were the best Vids for advice I’ve watched. Thank you as you defo helped me pass👍
Great videos with loads of useful information! One of these days, hopefully sooner rather than later, I'll actually get onto a bike and be able to put it into practice, many thanks.
Great stuff lad, was watching your videos for last couple of days and passed my motorcycle exam today without any issues 🇮🇪 🎉 You have a very helpful content here, thanks again. All the best.
Smashed my mod1 with only 1 minor, which was going 49kph on my avoidance, which im happy with. Got mod 2 end of October so love watching all these videos.
Doing my training just now
This are great tips and informative videos. Thank you for taking the time to do them! I have just passed my Mod 1 and next week I have got the Mod 2. Roundabouts make me nervous ah, I tend to panic a little bit when reading the signs. Anyways, Great great videos again, You should be an instructor! Good luck with everything.
All the best for your mod 2. 🤜🤛
Hey pal. Just wanted to say a big thank you! Passed my mod 2 today and think that you're videos massively helped! Keep up the good work! Cheers 🍻
Hey, Jack. That's awesome to hear mate. Glad you found them helpful. Congrats on the pass. 🤜🤛
Just like to add. Your videos are informative and helpful. They gave me extra confidence to pass my A licence today. Ta..🏍️🏍️🏍️
thanks very well explained i've got my mod 1 this friday
Disclaimer: I am in US, not UK
I Think most of this is good information, but I strongly disagree with 2 points:
1: he says you should normally be in middle of lane, position 2, to command the position. I try to be in 1 or 3 as much as possible instead, so that I can see hazards ahead, past the car. Also it prevents me from being crushed if car behind isn’t paying attention, and if there is emergency stop situation, I don’t have to swerve as much and can just emergency lanesplit
2: when he is making a turn right turn, he first switches to position 3, closest side, right side of lane. I’m assuming if he is making a left turn, he would also first go to the left side of lane. I do the opposite, I go to the far side of the turn I’m making, especially for US Right turns (UK Left). Because it is a sharp turn, if I make it from close side, I have to slow way down, increasing risk of being rear ended. Versus if I make the turn from the far side of the lane, I don’t have to slow down as much, and take the turn faster to get out of the way quicker
Great videos, I am doing my MOD2 in Stirling, so these are really helpful.
Really concise, and your delivery is excellent. Your commanding voice really gets the message dialed in. I can imagine you being in my head next time I'm out.
Hi! Thanks for the video. I have a question, whenever you move from position 2 to position 1 or 3 you use OSM right? But if there is a series of juctions you cannot move position until the very end or you can but without using the indicator? Thanks!
When stopping for a right turn in position 3, how do you deal with people cutting the corner turning right into the minor road? I know they aren't supposed to do it but the amount of times a van as come within a foot of my front wheel is frustrating...
MOD2 tomorrow bro. Thanks for this, all very useful
i ride my bike every day and i do lifesavers a lot, when i need to check for traffic over my shoulder - but i feel like instructors and test people want it too much, and sometimes in weird places where i want to look for cars in other places and they tell me to look somewhere else. there are no cyclists, we just rode up this road bro 😂
i like what ur saying, this is all stuff im doing right
Just a side note ..Scott's are brilliant. And this teach is just on it all the way ... safe as bolts. Massive subscribe.... smart editing brother smooth operator
just going though all this, helping a lot, giving me loads of new info, thank wee man..
Position 2 = nails and screws in your tyres weekly 😂
Is this midge Ure from ultravox😀great video thanks👍
Can you tell me if Stirling Test centre does Mod 2 tests and if do they have a website you can book a test on as I cant seem to find any info re website
At 5:00 when you come upto the split lanes do you signal what lane your taking ?
Really great stuff. The most useful videos I've seen. Perhaps a fellow Scottish accent is the best way. On my yammy ybr 125 right now, awaiting mod1 test.
Appreciate that man. I also had the ybr 125. Great wee bike. All the best for your mod 1. Are you all set for it?
@@MotoEcosse mod 2 next week...
@@daviddallas3279 All the best for it man. 🤜🤛
Got my mod 2 tomorrow thanks for all these great videos
Do you have to do a final lifesaver at a junction or not.
is it allowed to do motorbike training at car parks ?
Excellent vid series. Just passed my MOD 1, these are a massive help in MOD2 test prep. Cheers!
You're welcome, Jack. Congrats on passing MOD 1. All the best for MOD 2. 🤜🤛
Great video, even though i passed my mod 2 last year i still enjoy these vids, also great to hear a Scottish accent, greetings from Paisley.
Appreciate that man, glad you're enjoying them. 🤜🤛
Man !!! Thank you so much for this video, you CANNOT imagine how much it helped me to pass my MOD2. I am really grateful I found your content. I surfed for many many hours months in and struggled so much to understand what is been said in regards to this topic on youtube until I found your channel. Thank you very much really!!! if it is possible for you to make a video on spiral roundabouts specially the hillington one in Glasgow that will help 100's of people that fall off their MOD2 on that point. Please keep up the amazing content and thank you again for this video. I will be looking forward to the next ones. Have a great one brother.
Thank you!!!
Hey, Luis. Much appreciated man. So glad the video helped. I did make a few videos on roundabouts, mostly on the basics though. I'll look into that roundabout as well. Ride safe bud. 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse cheers man I’ll be keeping an eye on the channel have a good one brother 👍👍
Amazing mate, that's quashed a few of my crazy theory's in my head, I'm looking at getting my bike licence soon 😉👌
Great to hear mate. It's definitely worth it. 🤜🤛
Thank you very much for information
So my mod 2 retest is tomorrow. Failed my first time round in November (nerves mainly right at the start... 1 major... no minors gutted)
Way more relaxed this time but always helps to revise abit, great video man 👌🏻
That's hardlines about your first test. Glad your feeling more relaxed this time. Appreciate the comment and all the best for test day. 👍
@@MotoEcosse I PASSED! thanks for the videos again really settled me and got throughbwith a couple minors 😁😁😁
@@tzartrex mate that's fantastic. Congratulations. Great feeling huh?
It just saved myife only last night when an impatient driver of a range rover that was up my arse just randomly decided to overtake me on a busy A road I was a split second away from manoeuvring into position 3 in my Lane and he just went for it without any warning. There's was no 1metre distance between us even I could have reached out and touched his car if I hadn't been busy responding to the hazard. Idiots all over the place currently.
Yep, some drivers just don't think unfortunately.
Been watchin away at this m8, if your in pos 1 and taking left road that 2nd lifesaver is abit of a tricky 1, i said to my instructor if i have closed the gap before turning nothing can come up my inside . I guess its best to do it regardless.
The second one isn't always necessary as you're in position 1 anyway so the chances of someone squeezing up the inside is slim, but it can happen so the 2nd one is basically just an insurance check. 🤜🤛
Grate video, one question though. If I'm doing a right and I have to stop as in your example at 21:30....if there is a car there waiting to turn right onto the main road I front of me, and it's presence hinders me being able to smoothly make that right turn, can I nod him to.
come out ? I'm talking about in the test, not in real life. Cheers.
Cheers, Simon. I personally wouldn't, not on test day.
Cheers for all the helpful tips mate. Passed my Mod2 A today on a second attempt. Your 'lifesaver-lane' explanation really helped me on test. Safe riding.
Great to hear mate. Congratulations. 🤜🤛
@@ifbbreezh3077 Thankyou brother, stay safe on the road and best of luck on test. 👍
@@luckylionheart thanks man! 🙌🏽
Kevin bridges on a bike :) brilliant mate very informative .
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So the checks you are showing us are the checks and the way to indicate on mod 2 ? Going to book mine this year hopefully so want to practice as much as possible
Hey, Karl. Yes mate the way I show in the video is to Mod 2 standard. 🤜🤛
Thanks bro passed today 👌
Make sure you check your “merors”
Got my mod 2 a shieldshall tomorrow, your videos have helped a lot!
All the best for it mate. 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse Passed my test the day. Got my a2 thanks a lot for the videos! maybe see you out in the roads. The shields hall test centre is brutal!
@@chonky4784 congratulations mate. 🤜🤛
Sitting my mod 2 soon and your videos are brilliant
Cheers, Ian. Glad you're finding them helpful. All the best for test day. 🤜🤛
i passed last friday, like i watched your videos, would like to say thank you for the heads up
That's awesome to hear. Congratulations 👏 Glad the videos helped. 🤜🤛
Can I have ur help plz
Thank you
I Take the Mrs down to the old homebase car park. Been teaching her the same things
It's a great spot down there. 🤜🤛
I am preparing for moto exam, next Friday, in Romania. Your videos are really valuable and a lot to learn from them. Thank you!
Brilliant video
Thanks for taking the time to make these videos, they are a great help, i start my DAS on the 17th July, and my mod 1 is on the 20th, and Mod 2 on the 21st,.
Educational video, the blading, emphasis on the life saver and why and when. Lane positions etc
Hi I just want to say a big thanks for all your content it really and I mean it helped me pass my mod 2 (second attempt), especially for someone who retakes their test and there’s not much training in between that’s where these videos came in very handy
great video just about to take my mod2 massive help!!!! very well explained.
when asked how to check chain worth throwing in the word lubrication and also when testing the brakes just roll the bike backwards after applying, to make sure not sticking.
Thank you ❤
...Good info...
Got my Mod 2 this Tuesday coming and your videos have been invaluable. Thanks mate
Hey bud cheers for the videos watched all your mod 1s and mod 2 just to put my mind at peace when I went for my mod1 and 2 and passed today mod2 so cheers for the informative videos 😎🏍️🙏👊
That's great to hear. Congratulations mate 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse cheers my dude been out on the old srad gsxr yesterday was alot of fun so thank you again my dude
The best mod 2 help you'll find on you tube,Thank-you for making them
The only thing I have against blading is ...cars that just cut corners ...eww
Great video, informative and well presented. Thank you
brilliant videos. very informative! thank you!
Heres a quick question, your driving a long an A road and a bus is indicating to join the road from a bus stop do you slow down to let the buss out or do you simply keep riding along and the bus like most traffic has to wait on an opening to join the road?, reason i ask is my mate failed his test yesterday, his instructor says it was a major that he never allowed the bus out.... now i know we sometimes give way to busses but my reckoning is that its more courteous than an actual law.
Well that's a tricky one. The highway code does state to always give priority to buses, coaches etc if it's safe to do so, but it's not a legal requirement. Is it enough to fail your test? I really don't know. I personally wouldn't of thought so, but some examiners are stricter than others.
@@MotoEcosse Ive always thought it was safer to wait until the bus pulls out esp if its indicating.
Hi mate thanks for the videos, they helped me so much offered some really solid advice!
Holly shit you from stirling also looking to watch your videos a few times done my test previous for my a1 license so time to do them again for my a1 license mod 2next month
Aye mate. Lots of great roundabouts to practice the area 😂. Best of luck with the mod 2. 🤛🤜
@Moto Ecosse yeah defo I've had my licence for 5 years but due to having the a2 for long enough have to do it all again more nervous this time around I think haha great videos btw
1:38 Hi
Got my mod 2 next Friday, lots of info in your vids to take in, great video and thanks
In my town car drivers dont use their signals so as a car driver im always saying I dont trust you that your going straight ahead to the other driver. So as a motorcyclist look for head movement or wheels instead.
Yeah looking at car wheels is something I always do. Much easier to spot any movement of a potential car pulling out. 🤜🤛
Some very poor driving standards today . It’s lazy and arrogant
Mate. I have passed my CBT and have my 125 to practice on.
Passed my theory and have MOD1 booked. I'm looking everywhere for tips and tricks and have destroyed UA-cam. Gotta say your videos are top, I dont watch anything else now. Thanks for everything your a legend. Maybe its cause we speak the lingo 🤪. Even following you on Twitter #stalkingbasa.cheers mate ✊
Ah I appreciate that bud. Good job getting the cbt and theory out the way. Half way there man. Appreciate the follow on twitter as well. Ride safe man. 🤜🤛
What a find! There are a plethora of these types of films on the interweb but these from @MotoEcosse are the gold standard. Thanks for taking the time, care and skill to create these excellent tutorials. I have my CBT, Mod 1 and Mod 2 all in an intensive week at the beginning of August and I will overdose on your Tips and Guides. A bit nervous as I have not ridden for over 30 years, although I have a full driving licence and mountain bike regularly the idea of getting on a Kawasaki Z650 is a bit daunting (it's the bike I do the weeks course on). Thanks again for all your amazing help
Ps. You would be a fantastic instructor, if you are not already
Glad you found them helpful, Maf. That's great to hear you're taking up riding again. All the best for August. Not an instructor yet but start training next year with my old riding school. Ride safe buddy. 🤜🤛
Great video and subbed, well done
Thanks, Jared. Much appreciated bud. 🤜🤛
Passed my mod 2 today in Mitcham London, first attmept. Thank you so much for all the helpful tips. Your videos were the best thing to watch the night before the test!!!
Glad they helped mate. 🤜🤛
Thank you sir I feel relaxed and stress free now for my test
Another point connected to observation is -- speed. Don't go over the speed limit so that you've got time to do the observations needed. Road positioning starts at 8:52. What bike are you riding in this vid Écosse?
Yeah, you're absolutely right. You shouldn't really be going over the speed limit anyway. Especially on lessons or Mod 2
Riding a Suzuki sv650s with renthal handlebar conversion. 👍
@@MotoEcosse I thought it looked familiar. I've got a Bandit 650sa. Great Scottish accent you have there, makes the video nicer to watch/listen to. Cheers!
Ah nice, how is yours to ride? I trained on the bandit 600. Appreciate that bud. 🙂
@@MotoEcosse Yeah, mine goes well. Lovely bikes to ride in my opinion. Great first bikes for new license holders.
Mod 2 test tomorrow 8.10am
Apologies for the late reply, hopefully it went ok. 🤜🤛
Fantastic video, thank you
I'm looking forward to my exam on Monday 😁
Hopefully it went well. 🤜🤛
@@MotoEcosse passed first time 😁
@@motyla_noga4802 Fantastic. Congratulations. 🤜🤛
You helped sm with my pass
Congratulations 🤜🤛
Hi love the videos man new to the channel. I have a question about following distance from the car in front of you. Should you be far back enough (or in lane position 3) to see the car in front of the car closest to you or would that be too far back? I feel like it gives me more time to react than going by the car in front but I wouldn’t want to be so far back as to be a hazard. Thanks
You only really need to be in position 3 when either following a long vehicle like a bus or a lorry. It makes it easier for them to see you in their mirrors, or if you're planning an overtake you would move into position 3. As for following distance 2 to 3 seconds behind is generally a safe enough distance. You can use the 2 second rule for most situations but always remember to at least double in bad weather. 🤜🤛
Big thanks to you for these videos. I passed my Mod 2 today ( Over the Moon ) and these wee lessons and advise are invaluable. Cheers!!
That's awesome, Tambo. Congratulations mate. 🤜🤛
Hello I passed today thanks for your help , watching your films defiantly got me through it , I am a very happy 62 year old
Fantastic mate. Congratulations. Welcome to the 2 wheels club. Ride safe buddy. 🤜🤛
Great video with all your info well executed , i've definitely learned something today. thank you for sharing👍
Another great clip. Do you always do lifesavers when pulling away at say traffic lights or having given way to pedestrians on a zebra crossing?
Yes, if you have to stop the bike for any reason then you have to make sure you're clear on both sides before moving off. Hope this helps.
bob on vid. nicely paced. got my mod 2 friday. i find the bigger heavier bike than i normally ride gives me a bit more confidence. just hoping for a clean ride!
Cheers, Nobby. All the best for next week. 🤜🤛
Passed my mod 2 today first time with 1 minor and I can't thank you enough, these videos 100% made me pass
That's awesome mate, congratulations. 🤜🤛
Got my Mod 2 on April 27th, heres to hoping I pass 😁 this video was great to learn thank you!
All the best for it, Nathan. 🤜🤛
You deserve a lot more subscribers! You channels great 👍 me plus a few pals have got our tests coming up and we’ve been looking for vids, stumbled across yours and it feels like a weights been lifted! Cheers mate
I appreciate that, Alan. I'm glad you and and your mates are feeling better about the mod 2. All the best for you and your mates for test day. 🤜🤛
Great videos mate, really well explained. At first you seemed to be a bit repetitive but I quickly realised that's exactly what's needed to drill it in. I've been riding around on my 125 thinking about stuff you've said. Passed Mod1 first time but failed Mod2 sadly, just a stupid mistake incorrectly indicating on a 5+ junction roundabout (maybe a video including one would be good). I've been riding too much like a car driver! Just waiting for a new test date but feeling more confident after watching your videos.
Yeah when started riding I would also ride about as if I was in my car. I quickly realised just how different it is and you're absolutely spot on, that repetition is key when practicing, so much so that eventually it all becomes 2nd nature. That's hardlines about your first MOD 2. There are a few roundabout videos in the MOD 2 playlist. They cover the basic principles of your standard 4 exit roundabout, and they do cover when you should and shouldn't signal. Hopefully you'll find them useful. All the best for the next MOD 2. I'm sure you'll smash it. 🤜🤛
Another awesome vid mate, brilliant detail. Got my tests in a couple weeks and this definitely helps with the nerves.
Glad you found it helpful, Doric. All the best for test day. 🤜🤛
Brilliant thank you
You're welcome bud. 🤜🤛
Great video! I have my mid 2 at the end of the month. I am guilty of riding in position 3 rather than 2 any tips on keeping the bike in posisition 2??
Hi, Carwyn. It really all comes down to reminding yourself when you're out on your bike. Say to yourself before you head out, "I'm going to stay in position 2 today". Make a habit of talking to yourself and reminding yourself to stay in the command position, position 2. Only go into a different position when it's needed. It will take a bit of practice. Obviously once you pass your mod 2 you can be a bit more flexible on how your ride, but for test day you need to show the examiner you understand and can use positions correctly. Hope this helps and all the best for test day. 🤜🤛
Typing this out after I just did my Mod 2 and I passed. Mostly thanks to this guy, got 3 minors and I would've gotten more if I didn't do my research. I don't drive so I'm brand new to the road other than being on a 125 for some time so it's all a little daunting but good luck to anyone doing theirs. and thank you for the video my man!
Glad you found the videos useful bud. Congrats on your pass as well man, well done. 🤜🤛
Great bid very well presented thanks.
Passed my mod 2 yesterday!! Your videos were a great help... thanks 👍
That's awesome, Ferris. Congratulations mate. 🤜🤛
Mate I’m loving these videos before my mod2. Thanks
Great to hear, Dan. All the best for your test. 🤜🤛
Took me a while before finding someone that explains in my terms- well done - nice vid and thanks !
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