Hi guys, As a newbie to the site apologies for starting off with a plea for advice but I'm having real problems mastering the u - turn in preperation for my mod 1 test. I can do the slalom, figure of 8 and the slow ride pretty well but as soon as I try to do my lifesaver check whilst creeping forward on the bike I just seem to lose my balance and control and either end up going way outside the 7.5 metres allowed or I end up losing balance and putting a foot down! I've been trying dragging the rear brake, slipping the clutch and turning my head way around in my intended direction of travel but I'm still not mastering this maneuvre. This is where my question really comes in - if I start from a stationary position, turn full lock and lean the bike over slightly I can pull away (getting my feet quickly onto the pedals)with ease and make the turn really easily and completely balanced. I have heard that you can, during the test, start in between the cones, left and right shoulder checks, pull away to between the two painted white lines, stop, right lifesaver check and then do the u - turn from a stationary position. Can I please ask any members here for their opinions on this? I would be really grateful for any advice! Thanks guys Regards Paul.