Moving Off and Turning Left
This exercise evaluates your ability to pull away smoothly, navigate a mock intersection corner, execute a precision stop, and complete a structured turn while maintaining strict lane discipline.The Procedure Step-by-Step
Follow this exact sequence of actions when instructed by the test examiner
1. Start at Point R.
Initial move off.
The examiner will instruct you to move off from point "R" and ride straight toward point "U".
2. Turn Left at Point U.
Intersection turn.
When you reach point "U", execute a controlled left turn.
You must navigate the bike smoothly through the corner at point "W", keeping it strictly between the inner and outer boundary lines just as you would at a real road intersection.
3. Stop Line at N.
Precision braking.
Straighten up after the turn and bring the motorcycle to a complete stop directly at the designated stop line at point "N".
4. Pull Away toward V.
Second move off.
Perform your observations, engage gear, and move off from the stop line in the direction of point "V".
5. Complete Turn at Point V.
Final turn to finish.
Turn at point "V", keeping the motorcycle strictly between the inner and outer boundary lines.
Once you exit the turn smoothly and cross point "X", the entire maneuver is officially complete.
Critical Test Rules and Boundaries.
No Line Touching.
You must navigate the entire course without touching either the inner or outer boundary lines at corner "W" or corner "X".
Touching a line indicates poor spatial control and will result in a penalty or immediate test failure.
Intersection Realism.
Treat points "U" and "V" exactly like street intersections—this means proper K53 look-around observations and signals must be used before you change direction.
Moving and Turning Left Checklist
Unlike some exercises in the yard test, you are only allowed one single attempt to complete this entire maneuver successfully.
Failing to follow the exact sequence or missing a critical observation check will result in lost points or an immediate test failure.
Use this breakdown to master every required step in order:
Phase 1: Moving Off from the Start Line
1. Select First Gear: Click down into 1st gear.
2. Obtain Clutch Control: Find your friction point (biting point) so the bike is ready to pull away cleanly.
3. Check Mirrors: Check your rear-view mirrors to assess conditions behind you.
4. Check Both Blind Spots: Physically turn your head to check both your left and right blind spots.
5. Move Off: Smoothly release the clutch and apply throttle to pull away.
6. Change to Second Gear: Gain momentum, pull in the clutch, and lift into 2nd gear.
Phase 2: Navigating the Corner at Point "W".
7. Check Left Blind Spot: Check your left blind spot before you begin preparing to turn.
8. Signal to Turn Left: Flick your indicator switch to the left.
9. Check Left Blind Spot Again: Confirm your path is safe with a final left-side head check immediately before entering the corner.
10. Turn Left at Point "W": Lean the bike smoothly and complete the turn at point "W".
11. Cancel the Indicator: Reset your indicator switch to off as soon as you have completed the turn and straightened the bike.
Phase 3: Precision Stop at Point "N"
12. Signal Your Intention to Stop: Activate your indicator or utilize your brake levers to signal that you are bringing the motorcycle to a halt.
13. Stop at Point "N": Apply both brakes evenly and come to a complete, controlled stop directly at stop line "N".
Phase 4: Pulling Away from the Stop Line.
14. Select First Gear: Shift back down into 1st gear while stationary.
15. Obtain Clutch Control: Bring the clutch lever back to the biting point.
16. Check Mirrors and Both Blind Spots: Look in your mirrors and execute a physical left-and-right head check before moving.
17. Move Off Towards "V": Pull away from the stop line in the direction of point "V".
Phase 5: The Final Turn to the Finish Line.
18. Check Mirrors and Both Blind Spots: Re-verify your surroundings before setting up for your final turn.
19. Signal to Turn Left: Activate your left indicator switch.
20. Turn Left at Point "X": Maintain lane control and ride cleanly through the turn at point "X".
21. Ride Back to Point "A": Guide the motorcycle steadily back down the track toward the original starting area at point "A".
22. Final Stop: Bring the motorcycle to a complete, balanced stop to successfully conclude the run.
CRITICAL REMINDER.
Keep your eyes up, execute your head turns deliberately so the examiner can see your helmet move, and ensure you do not allow the motorcycle to roll or wobble at any stationary point.
You only get one attempt to pull this sequence off perfectly!