Advanced Training





Associations
Enhanced Rider Scheme
Institute of Advanced Motorists
RoSPA Advanced Drivers Associations
BMF Rider Training Scheme “Blue Riband” Advanced Award
Instructor Qualifications
DVSA ERS qualified
IAM Pass – min
RoSPA Diploma or Police Class 1
BMF – RTS Instructor/Examiner will have either RoSPA Diploma of Police Class 1
How do I gain it?
Issued on successful completion of course (varies in duration)
Minimum 2 day course with home study and practice
Minimum 2 day course with home study and practice
Minimum 2 day course with home study and practice
The Test
At least one hour of Rural & Urban plus some classroom theory
1 1/2 hour on road Rural & Urban
1 1/2 hour on road Rural & Urban
1 1/2 hour on & off road Rural & Urban plus Motorway
Grading
None
Pass/Fail
Gold/Silver/Bronze
Pass/Fail
Award Type
Certificate
Annual Membership & Certificate
Annual Membership & Certificate
Annual Membership & Certificate/Badge
Re-Test Required
No
No
Yes – 3 Years
Yes – 3 Years
Insurance Recognised?*
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Who is it for?
People who have recently passed a motorcycle test, are returning to motorcycling after a break, or ride on a casual basis
Recognised qualification with insurance discounts
Gold Award is the ultimate in recognised qualifications – difficult to achieve!
Recognised qualification with insurance discounts
Which is best?
Affordable and achievable. Not really pitched as “advanced” which in practise means a rewarding experience with real benefits
Most people have heard of the IAM. Considered to be equivalent to a RoSPA Silver Award
The highest – but not many have heard of it through poor advertising
Advanced course from a well known organisation. Considered to be equivalent to a RoSPA Silver Award or an IAM pass
Advanced Training
- Option 1 – Back-to-Biking This is a 3.5 hour session and designed for those that hold a full motorcycle licence, but who have not ridden for a number of years. The course focuses on machine controls and standard riding skills, and is essentially a refresher. Motorcycle hire is available for this course.
- Option 2 – Enhanced Rider Scheme (ERS). This is a full day course with some remote learning done at home. It is designed for those that ride on a casual basis or have relatively recently passed their motorcycle test. We are looking for a smooth, well planned ride taking advantage of fairly basic defensive riding procedures. Motorcycle hire is also available for this course.
Costing – Courses are £135.00 for the session (plus £14.00 inclusive of equipment and 125/500/650cc motorcycle hire should you need it) and £175.00 for the course (with an extra £24.00 for bike hire if you need it).
REMEMBER – everybody says that will do it, very few actually do. Be one of the few! Advanced training is not about pipes, slippers and dull stories, any more than it is about riding over the speed limit. It is about getting the most out of your motorcycling experience and ensuring that you considerably reduce the odds of becoming an unwanted statistic. Take care.
Be aware that ‘Advanced Training’ is an unregulated industry – check the credentials of any potential Instructor! Also beware that many “Advanced Instructors” simply want to show you how clever they are at your expense!