Drivers test for code EB

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Hi All,

I have a baot which is heavier than 750kgs and only have a code B license. I am planning on taking the learners test and then booking the drivers test. Question is: how do they conduct the drivers test, do you need to do it with a trailer or the boat?

Anyone will to share their experience in taking the EB test please?
 
Driving school I used had a small bike trailer with cage around it, and that seemed to suffice for the test.
See they using smaller trailers now.

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1nsane! said:
Did you go for any lessons? How much did it cost you?
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Yeah I went for lessons - as you put it K53 lol.

Just had to go learn the process of looking out again, did some yard training such as parking and reversing with the trailer, since I already had a license I did two lessons - R400 each lesson I think. And they booked the test for me which I paid for as well.

Did the license in Bronkies as it is a very quiet testing station - the street driving wasn't too bad either.
 
would you need an EB for towing a Venter trailer?
 
blowdart18 said:
Yeah I went for lessons - as you put it K53 lol.

Just had to go learn the process of looking out again, did some yard training such as parking and reversing with the trailer, since I already had a license I did two lessons - R400 each lesson I think. And they booked the test for me which I paid for as well.

Did the license in Bronkies as it is a very quiet testing station - the street driving wasn't too bad either.
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What test
blowdart18 said:
Driving school I used had a small bike trailer with cage around it, and that seemed to suffice for the test.
See they using smaller trailers now.

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What did you have to do for the test in the yard? Parallel park, alley doc etc?
 
Getit said:
What test

What did you have to do for the test in the yard? Parallel park, alley doc etc?
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They booked the actual driving test with the license department.

So you do the normal road test where you drive with the trailer.

The other part of the test is in the yard, which included:

1. pre-trip inspection
2. Left turn - i.e driving around a corner without the trailer touching the lines
3. Reverse trailer in straight line
4. Alley docking

*****Un-hitch trailer****

5. Parallel parking - left, right or both

*****Hitch trailer*******

6. Incline start


Hope this helps.
 
Yup also need to do this. Need to tow my camping trailer. What does the driving test entail?
 
Getit said:
Hi All,

I have a baot which is heavier than 750kgs and only have a code B license. I am planning on taking the learners test and then booking the drivers test. Question is: how do they conduct the drivers test, do you need to do it with a trailer or the boat?

Anyone will to share their experience in taking the EB test please?
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I do applaud you for doing this.

I myself also missed the EB license by a few months, got mine in 1998. Those in 1997 had theirs converted to EB with the changed. I however just can't be arsed. I have towed many a heavy things and pulled over numerous times. They hardly ever even check the actual code. Even when I ride the bike and show my drivers license by mistake.

Never till this day been fined for towing anything above 750kg. And I'm well aware it's only been luck, but can't be bothered to go through it all again.
 
Pitbull said:
I do applaud you for doing this.

I myself also missed the EB license by a few months, got mine in 1998. Those in 1997 had theirs converted to EB with the changed. I however just can't be arsed. I have towed many a heavy things and pulled over numerous times. They hardly ever even check the actual code. Even when I ride the bike and show my drivers license by mistake.

Never till this day been fined for towing anything above 750kg. And I'm well aware it's only been luck, but can't be bothered to go through it all again.
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Ive done the same, my biggest issue/fear is the amount of kak Ill be in if something happens and I end up in an accident.
 
Just worth noting that getting a C1 (code 10) still does not help. You are not allowed to tow a trailer over 750 with a C1, you can just drive a heavier vehicle

www.caravansa.co.za

Towing licenses: All you need to know

In this article, we're going to clear it all up: here's what you need to know about towing, according to the actual Road Traffic Act.
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