Direct Access Scheme

[mikester]

Has anyone here done their license through the Direct Access Scheme (DAS)? I was thinking it would be a good way to cram everything into a single week. Good for office monkeys like me who rarely get enough vacation time to do anything useful.

I'm concerned that it may be a bit overwhelming for a complete novice such as myself. I've never rode a bike, never mind a scooter, and own absolutely zero equipment or safety gear.

A motorcycling school nearby offers a five-day course (including CBT) for £750. Is it worth it?

 

[mikester]

Mike, if you are in Edinburgh go to Saltire Suzuki. I am doing my DAS with them at the moment and Bruce and Bill are very good. Its also cheaper than the one down at Seafield. You can do the course at your own pace and they do Saturday lessons which I found very useless due to work.

Cheers, I'll have a look!

 

[mikester]

After considering all the facts I have decided not to jump into the DAS right away. I will get my CBT in Spring 2012, and in the mean time save up some cash for a 125cc learner bike in time for May 2012. One of the above three, used, will be what I'm looking for.

It's not that I don't trust myself. It's just that given the sheer amount of money I'd be throwing at the course, I need to be certain that I will pass. The only way I can see of doing that is to practice, practice and practice some more.

So - if anyone is looking to sell a decent 125cc bike next Spring, give me a shout!