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New two-part motorbike test announced
Learner riders will have to prove their skills in a two-part motorbike test before they can take to the roads themselves, the Driving Standards Agency (DSA) has announced.
Following a recent consultation with the motorcycling industry, the DSA has decided to replace the current single-event test with a new two-tier system.
As well as the cost of motorbike insurance, riders will also have to pay out £90.50 to take the test as of October 2009, although the fee will remain at £80.00 until then.
Candidates will be required to demonstrate their ability to control their machine safely and undertake specific manoeuvres as part of the first module of the new test format.
In the second section, bikers will have to pass an eyesight test before taking to the road for 30 minutes of assessed riding.
DSA chief executive Rosemary Thew said the new testing system would allow riders to benefit from a more considered approach to learning.
"Candidates will have time to absorb each separate important stage," she commented.
Ms Thew also noted that the breakdown into two separate modules would allow the DSA to offer more locations from which to conduct tests.
"This should mean shorter journey times for candidates and trainers alike," she added.
The announcement comes after Transport for London announced that it will be hosting a two-day summit of experts to discuss ways to improve road safety for motorcyclists.
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