6.5 hrs per day over 2 consecutive days
Sunshine Coast | from $559
Motorcycles are available for use during the course upon payment of a $100 Motorcycle Hire Insurance fee. Please add this product to your shopping cart before finalising your purchase.
Complimentary use of one of our motorcycle helmets, jackets and gloves is included in course fees.
Cancellations made with less than 30 days’ notice will not be eligible for a refund.
Requests to reschedule with less than 7 days' notice will be subject to a fee of $150.
Q-Ride courses placements are subject to strict Terms of Service. Please read carefully before booking.
Course Outcome
The Q-Ride pre-learner course is the mandatory training and assessment program that must be completed in order to be eligible to apply for a QLD motorcycle learner licence (RE-L).
Q-Ride is a competency-based training and assessment program which has been designed and is overseen by the QLD Department of Transport and Main Roads.
Assessment Criteria
Participants must be deemed 'competent' in each module sequentially in order to progress in the course and obtain the Competency Declaration needed to be eligible to enrol in the Motorcycle Knowledge Test (TMR).
Authorised Instructors
Q-Ride instructors (Accredited Rider Trainers) are authorised by TMR to deliver Q-Ride courses for the purpose of training and assessing a participant's competency.
MUST HAVE Open class driver licence
OR Provisional licence AND have held it for at least 1 year
MUST BE current - Not expired or disqualified
MUST BE a Queensland licence
IF a licence is not issued in QLD, documentation from TMR declaring eligibility for the course must be provided.
What to Wear
Long pants and long sleeve shirt - No exposed skin
Sturdy closed-in shoes - No steel caps
What to Bring
Driver licence
Eligibility Declaration/Certificate
Purpose
The Q-Ride pre-learner course is designed to provide beginner riders with the basic skills and knowledge required to ride a motorcycle safely.
Delivery
It includes both theoretical and practical training components to ensure a comprehensive understanding of motorcycle riding basics.
Theory Lessons
Delivered in a classroom setting and includes presentations and discussions which cover topics such as road rules, safety gear, hazard management, and riding techniques.
Practical Training
Includes fundamental riding skills such as balance, motorcycle controls, starting and stopping, corning, braking, and manoeuvring at low speeds.
1
An online multiple-choice test with 30 questions completed on the TMT website.
2
Once you have successfully passed the test you will be issued with a QLD RE-L licence.
3
This test is a video simulation and is an eligibility requirement for the RE course.
No. During you time as a learner rider (RE-L licence) you must be accompanied by a supervisor who holds a current RE-O licence and has held it for at least 12 months.
YES. When riding on the road as a learner rider you must clearly display an L plate at all times.
Learner riders are restricted to only riding a LAMS motorcycle (Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme) when travelling on our roads.
NO. Currently there are no criteria for minimum hours required when riding as a learner. However, this may change at any time. Always stay up to date with TMR rules.
You must hold a valid RE-L licence for a minimum of 91 days before you can be eligible to enrol in the next Q-Ride course and upgrade your licence.
Don't stress Top Rider Sunshine Coast has a selection of training options to help. Our courses and lessons include bike, gear and a qualified instructor to supervise you when on the road.
Q-Ride Registered Service Provider No. 1105B0622 | Black Elephant Rider Training trading as Top Rider Sunshine Coast