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any tips for CA DMV road test?
Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 2:59 am
by gregoryrsl
I'm headed in to the DMV tomorrow morning for my road test. Any pointers? I've had my scooter for a couple of months (600 miles logged).
By the way, this scooter rocks! It starts first kick every time and it's so fun to ride around San Francisco. Love it!
Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 5:54 am
by ericalm
If you have your permit, you can ride on it for a year (actually longer if you renew) before you have to take the test. Is there a reason you're going tomorrow? The severity of the DMV test varies by where/when/by whom it's administered. The CA DMV made the test more difficult last summer, making it very difficult to pass, even on a Buddy. I know of a few people who failed the DMV test after the change.
My advice is to go to the facility on a weekend and practice. They now require that you do their tight circle in both directions at less than 10mph without leaving the lines or putting a foot down. It's not easy at all!
Best pointer: Take the MSF basic rider course. You'll get a waiver for the DMV test and you'll come out a much better rider.
Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 7:26 pm
by davland
ericalm wrote:
Best pointer: Take the MSF basic rider course. You'll get a waiver for the DMV test and you'll come out a much better rider.
This is the way to go. It only costs $200 or so, but is WELL worth it. Go to
http://ca-msp.org/RiderCourse_Locations ... ations.htm for the nearest location.