Introduction
Legal context, riding equipment, motorcycle components, packing, tyre pressure, basic posture and introductory obstacles.
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Adventure Motorcycles
The minimum technical competence and structured learning pathway for operating adventure motorcycles in off-road conditions.
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Activity overview
A connected pathway from skills to delivery.
This profile applies to adventure motorcycle skills development, preparation and load management, progressive riding techniques, emergency repair and recovery principles, and guided recreational or commercial off-road riding.
The Skills Guideline, Curriculum and shared Off-road Accreditation Requirements must be read together. They define competence, learning content and the requirements for approved delivery.
Competency pathway
Three progressive levels.
Learners progress only when they can demonstrate the knowledge and practical performance required at the relevant level.
Basic
Vehicle configuration, inspections, moderate terrain, braking, weight distribution, environmental responsibility and recovery awareness.
Advanced
Challenging terrain, advanced line choice, stopping distances, recovery safety, puncture repair and self-recovery methods.
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Skills Guideline
Technical Skills Guideline: Adventure Motorcycles (Off-Road Riding) Operation
Scope of practice, progressive technical skills, minimum safety standards, environmental considerations and assessment criteria.
Curriculum
Operating Adventure Motorcycles in Off-road Conditions - Courses Curriculum
Course purpose, target groups, prerequisites, learning outcomes, delivery, assessment and evaluation across three progressive levels.
Accreditation requirements
Off-road Skills Development Partner and Facilitator Accreditation Requirements
Requirements for provider and facilitator accreditation, qualifications, experience, training material, venues, tracks, equipment and quality assurance.
Scope of practice
Where the profile applies.
- Unsurfaced roads, trails and natural terrain, including gravel, sand, riverbeds, mud, snow and rock.
- Single-day and multi-day learning or guided riding activities.
- Training ratios selected for terrain, risk and learner ability; guided experiences generally limited to six clients per guide.
- Competitive motorsport, riding beyond achieved competence and unroadworthy motorcycles are outside this profile.
Safety & responsibility
Core operating expectations.
- Roadworthy, trail-ready motorcycles and suitable tyres.
- Approved helmets, boots, gloves, eye protection and appropriate body protection.
- A confirmed communications, emergency and evacuation plan.
- Responsible riding that protects sensitive terrain and respects access rules.
Applies across every activity
General training and assessment guidance
Use the general guide alongside these activity-specific documents for experience, first aid, planning, equipment, risk, communication, group leadership and post-event requirements.