Details Regarding the Course

The DOE Approved Motorcycle Instructors course is conducted over two consecutive days which consists of one and a half days training and assessment followed by a half day practical test. The course is split into three parts.

Part 1

This part contains a written test which examines participants on the following;

The participants' knowledge of the principles of road safety generally and their application in particular circumstances.
Techniques of riding a motorcycle correctly, courteously and safely, including control of the vehicle, procedure at junctions, recognising hazards, defensive riding, dealing with pedestrians and other road users and the use of safety equipment.
The theory and practice of learning, teaching and assessment.
Tuition required to instruct a pupil in riding a motorcycle

Part 2

This part deals with the participants' riding ability. It is held in a suitable location and consists of tests of eyesight and riding technique.

Part 3

This part will test the participants on their ability to Instruct. This assessment will be carried out concurrently with Part 2. The object of the test is to assess the value of the instruction you give and your ability to pass your knowledge on to pupils. You will be asked to show your knowledge and ability by giving practical riding instruction to the examiner who will take on the role of a pupil who is a beginner, or a learner rider with limited knowledge.

Aspects that will be covered on the training and assessment;

Protective clothing
Eyesight requirement
Machine familiarisation
Daily and weekly checks
Moving off under power
Figure of eight
Riding slowly under control
"U" turn manoeuvre
Controlled braking
Emergency stop
Gear changing
Rear observation
Left and right turns
Being seen
Legal requirements
Motorcycle user vulnerability
Speed in relation to road and traffic conditions
Highway Code
Defensive riding
Rear observation
Positioning
Following distances
Weather conditions
Road surfaces
Drug and alcohol use
Aggressive attitudes
Importance of hazard perception
Dealing with road situations
Carrying out "U" turns
Emergency stop

Basic Procedures

Starting the engine
Stopping the engine
Moving off under power
Moving off on the road
Road positioning
Observation
Braking
Right Turn – Minor road into a Major road
Right Turn – Major road into a Minor road
Left Turn – Minor road into a Major road
Left Turn – Major road into a Minor road
Roundabouts
Overtaking
Controlled stop
Hill start

Further details regarding the DOE Registered Scheme can be obtained from the following contact;

Rhoda Neeson
Road Safety Office
DOE
Clarence Court
Adelaide Street
Belfast BT2 8GB

Tel No: 028 90540822

E-Mail: rhoda.neeson@doeni.gov.uk