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Learner Licence

GETTING YOUR LEARNER LICENCE (6L)

Starting your riding journey begins with two simple steps

Whether you are brand new to riding or already have some experience, we will teach you the essential skills needed to feel confident and ready for your Basic Handling Skills Test.

Never ridden a motorbike before? Book a Learn to Ride lesson before your assessment to gain the skills and confidence needed for a successful outcome.

 

WHEN & WHERE

We currently offer Basic Handling Skills Test in three easy to reach locations in Tauranga and Rotorua.

Mount Maunganui — VTNZ
Every Sunday | From 1:00pm

Tauriko — Bayride Motorcycle Training
Alternating Saturdays | From 9:00am

Rotorua — VTNZ
Last Sunday of each month

Booking is essential for all tests and training sessions.

 

TRAINING AND BASIC HANDLING SKILLS TEST

Suitable for riders who can already ride but want to improve your chances of passing? This session is for riders who can already use a clutch and gears but would like practice before the test. We will take you through the test step by step, making sure you know exactly what's expected. Perfect for returning riders or those with off-road riding experience only.

$275

Training & Assessment

COURSE DURATION:
1 hour
TRAINING TIME:
45 minutes
TEST TIME:
15 minutes
VTNZ Mt Maunganui
Sundays
1 Kereiti Street
Mount Maunganui
Bayride Motorcycles
Saturday
11 Matakokiri Drive,
Tauriko
VTNZ Rotorua
Sundays
47 Marguerita Street
Rotorua

  • LAMS motorcycle provided

  • Helmets & gloves available free of charge

  • Safe off-road training venue

 

BASIC HANDLING SKILLS TEST

This is a test only and is for riders who can already ride a motorcycle confidently. You must be comfortable using a clutch, changing gears, and operating the indicators and have watched the preparation video bellow or have taken training elsewhere, so you understand what is required to pass.

$130

Assessment Only

 TEST TIME:
15 minutes

VTNZ Mt Maunganui
Sundays
1 Kereiti Street
Mount Maunganui
Bayride Motorcycles
Saturday
11 Matakokiri Drive,
Tauriko

VTNZ Rotorua
Sundays
47 Marguerita Street
Rotorua

  • LAMS motorcycle provided

  • Helmets & gloves available free of charge

  • Safe off-road training venue

 

ABOUT THE BASIC HANDLING SKILLS TEST

The Basic handling skills test consists
of four stages:

  1. Basic turn and stop

  2. Figure of eight and park

  3. Linking figures of eight

  4. Increased speed and emergency stop

Each stage is broken down into varying combinations of the following tasks:

  1. Move off

  2. Straight ride

  3. Corner

  4. Stop

  5. Park

TAKING THE TEST

You will be assessed against the relevant test items below:

  • Looking in the correct direction

  • Signaling correctly

  • Making head checks before changing position

  • Lateral position of motorcycle

  • Control of motorcycle

  • Using appropriate speed

  • Parking observation

  • Parking movement.

Ready to get started?

Book online or visit us at Bayride, 11 Matakokiri Drive, Tauriko.

Not sure which course is right for you, or would you prefer to speak with someone first?

Give us a call on 0800 923 000
or email admin@bayride.co.nz

We’re happy to help you choose the right training option for your experience and licence stage.