Rider Training

Why take a riding course?

Bayride’s designated training area is designed to make getting started and finding the perfect motorbike as straight forward as possible. The type of motorbike you can ride is dictated by your age and the type of licence you hold, so starting out can be daunting.

Whether at basic or advanced stages, our training school enables you to develop skills you might otherwise never possess. Training improves hazard perception and makes you aware of potentially dangerous situations, in a range of different traffic environments.

Why should I choose Bayride Motorcycle Training to complete my Basic Handling Skills test ? At Bayride we have our own marked out, fully painted and private training environment which is NZTA registered. The benefit of having our own secure environment is that we can complete our courses at anytime of the day or evening under flood lights if required. We also provide refreshments and toilet facilities. Not only is Kev an instructor, he is an approved Basic Handling Skills Test examiner…training and certification all in one. Contact us today

Keep in mind that effective learning is a matter of balancing instruction with practise: instruction draws your attention to new ways of doing things; but only practice will ensure those skills are automatic and readily available the instant you need them. While we have years of experience that is invaluable, there is no substitute for actual time on the bike.

Before you get on the road… 

It’s illegal to ride without a current licence – there are severe penalties for doing so. This means you have to get a learner licence before you start riding on the road. You also have to pass an approved basic handling skills test.

Stage 1: Getting your learner licence 

• You must be at least 16 years old before you can apply for your learner licence.
• You have to pass a road rules theory test to earn this licence.

While on a learner licence: 

• You must not ride a motorcycle of more than 250cc.
• Your motorcycle must display a learner (L) plate – rear only.
• You must not carry a passenger.
• You must not ride between 10pm and 5am.
• You must not tow another vehicle.
• You face severe penalties if you ride outside the licence conditions.See details on the process for getting your motorcycle learner licence and the conditions that will apply to you.  Contact us today

Stage 2: Getting a restricted licence

• To apply for your restricted licence, you must:
• be at least 16½ years old, and
• have held your learner licence for at least six months.
• To progress to this step, you’ll have to pass a practical test of your driving skills.

While on a restricted licence:

• You must not ride a motorcycle of more than 250cc.
• You must not ride between 10pm and 5am.
• You must not carry passengers.
• You must not tow another vehicle.
• See details on the process for getting your motorcycle restricted licence and the conditions that will apply to you as a novice rider.  Contact us today

 

Stage 3: Getting a full licence

• You must be at least 18 years of age before you can apply for your full licence. If you have completed an approved advanced driving skills course, this is reduced to 17½.
• If you are under 25 years of age, you can apply after you’ve held your restricted licence for:
• at least 18 months; or
• at least 12 months if you have completed an approved advanced driving skills course.

at least six months, or If you are 25 years of age or older, you can apply after you have held your restricted licence for:

• at least three months if you have completed an approved advanced driving skill course.
• Find out about approved courses that can reduce the time you have to stay on a restricted licence.

Note: you must have held your restricted licence for at least six months before completing this course.

To progress to a full licence you have to pass a practical test to demonstrate that you:

• have basic riding skills can recognise and respond to a range of common road hazards
• can ride in higher speed zones.

To begin your Bayride Motorcycle Training contact Kevin on 07 5713040 or email today. click here

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