Advanced Rider Course

Do you want to be:

  • better at cornering

  • better at observation

  • better at avoiding hazards

  • better at overtaking

  • riding more safely but still making progress

If the answer is yes, then you've made a great decision to become an IAM advanced rider.

So how does it work? Firstly we will assess your riding as it is today, to make sure you are safe and committed to improving your riding.

 

Preparation:

Pre-ride vehicle checks
Fitness / eyesight check
Rolling brake test

We’ll then introduce the System of Motorcycle Control (IPSGA)

Information

Observation - scanning
Use of mirrors and rear observation
Take, Use, Give (TUG)
Road signs and markings
Anticipation
Hazard identification

Position

Bends
Junctions and roundabouts
Motorways
Overtaking
Hazard management
Vulnerable road users

Speed

Speed limits
Acceleration sense
Limit point
Braking technique

Gear

Clutch and gear changing
Choice of gear
Timing of changes

Acceleration

We’ll then cover the acceleration phase where you learn to apply the correct degree of throttle to negotiate and leave the hazard safely.

These will all look familiar to you as a motorbike rider and car driver, but with help you will look at each of these skills in a very different way.

Course Delivery

Riding guidance is carried out one-to-one or in a small group by experienced Observers who are keen motorcyclists, specially trained to share their riding experience, skills and knowledge with you.

While everyone's requirements differ, 6 - 12 observed rides may be needed to achieve the Test standard. Typically an observed ride lasts between one and two hours.

We will get your riding SAFE, SYSTEMATIC, SMOOTH and PROGRESSIVE (SPEED) leading to the IAM Advanced Motorcycle Test, a nationally recognised measure of riding skill.

Progressive Learning

You will hone your skills over a period of time and by clocking up miles. Therefore, you will need to be committed to learn, attend each of your agreed observed rides and practice the application of the safe system of motorcycle control between observed rides

When you are confident and ready, you will take your advanced test, based upon the system of motorcycle control used by the Police.