Stay Upright is accredited in the ACT by Access Canberra to deliver the mandatory motorcycle licensing courses. To obtain your ACT motorbike licence with us, or explore our other courses, click below. We offer the licensing courses from our centre in Queanbeyan.
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The Pre-Learner course is designed for people who have not motorbike riding experience. However, if you are unsure whether biking is for you, or would like to get some additional training before undertaking the Pre-Learner course, why not try our popular Head Start Course.
To be eligible for our motorbike training, you must:
Apply for our one-day beginner’s course offered on weekdays, evenings (during October-March only), and weekends. You must have a learner, provisional or full licence to be eligible for this course.
When you’ve completed your Pre-Learner Licence Course, take your certificate, along with your Driver’s Licence to an Access Canberra Service Centre within one month and it will be endorsed with the Learner rider class. Please note that the certificate expires after one month.
You may apply for your Pre-Provisional Course three months after your Licence was endorsed. You’ll also need to ensure your Licence remains active and that your knowledge test, which lasts 12 months from completion, remains current.
Whilst you’re waiting for the next step, it’s a great time to practice what you’ve learnt and perfect your skills. Stay Upright’s Private Lessons are excellent ways to develop your roadcraft abilities and practice for your Pre-Provisional Licence.
Transition from an L-plater to a P-plater with pre-test coaching from our experienced trainers, followed by a Motorcycle Operators Skills Test (MOST). You must have held your Learner’s Permit for at least 3 months to qualify for this test. Make sure to leave at least a 6-week buffer from the date you book the Pre-Provisional Test and the end of your 12 months on L-plates if you don’t pass the MOST right away.
When you’ve completed your MOST, take your certificate to Access Canberra Service Centre and receive a Provisional Licence.
A Provisional Licence lasts for three years. At this time, on the renewal of your existing Licence, you’ll be upgraded to a Full Licence.
If you have a Driver’s Licence (Provisional or Full), your Provisional Motorcycle Licence class will be added. This will remain for 12 months, or the end of your driving provisional period, whichever is the longest.
Take the Pre-Learner (Theory) Licence course for those without a Driver’s Licence (PLLC).
The Pre-Learner course is designed to prepare riders for riding on the road. It is not designed to teach you how to ride. If you’re unsure whether biking is for you, try our popular Head Start Course. In a 60 minute small group based training session with one of our legendary instructors, you’ll be guided through a series of riding basics, such as posture, controls, moving off and stopping.
Prerequisite: None
Locations: Queanbeyan
Your first step to freedom.
Prerequisites: You must be at least 16 years and 9 months old. You must be (or about to be) an ACT resident and possess a current Australian Driver’s Licence (Learner, Provisional or Full).
Locations: Queanbeyan
The next step on your journey from Learner to P-plater.
Prerequisites: You must have held a Learner’s Permit for at least three months.
Location: Queanbeyan
Second time lucky. For those who have previously completed the Pre-Provisional Licensing Course but were not successful in passing the included test.
Prerequisites: You must have completed the Pre-Provisional Licensing Course.
Location: Queanbeyan
We’ve got your back – and your bike. We offer a range of easy-to-ride bikes available for hire for a number of our courses. You can book to hire them when you book your test – or any time up to the start of the course (subject to availability). Please note that the cost of the bike does not include the course fee.
Bike hire for Pre-Provisional Course and Test - $125 Bike hire for most Re-Test - $70
Practice makes perfect. Our Practice Sessions prepare L-Platers for their Pre-Provisional Training and Test. Led by our experienced instructors, the course is designed to improve your physical and mental skills. It will also help you resolve any issues – making your transition to P’s, much easier.
Prerequisites: You must have your Learner’s Permit.
Location: Queanbeyan
There’s nothing better than some good old one-to-one tuition to build your confidence and enhance your skills – especially when it’s provided by one of Stay Upright’s experienced instructors.
Location: Queanbeyan
Try before you buy. If you’re unsure whether biking is for you, try our popular Head Start Course. In a 60-minute, private session with one of our legendary instructors, you’ll be guided through a series of riding basics, such as posture, controls, moving off and stopping.
Location: Queanbeyan
Get some fresh air on our Adventure Course. No matter what skill level, we’ll give you the skills to fly! In a full, fun-packed day course, you’ll learn how to handle the things you might come across in an adventure ride; how to ride in sand or dirt, how to ascend and descend, how to pick up a dropped bike (and how to pick bugs out of your teeth….) You’ll also learn how to ride a big bike, off road and lots of off-road techniques that will help you to go further, easier.
Prerequisites: A motorcycle licence – learners and above. If on a restricted licence, the rider must have a LAMS approved bike. Adventure bike gear recommended.
Location: ACT Motorcycle Club, Majura
You can never be too good at riding a bike – especially when it comes to the road. Our Roadsmart Series provides road smart training for all levels of rider.
SU Roadsmart One - $229 SU Roadsmart Two - $365Roadsmart One is the first step to riding smart on the road. It’s designed for L-platers, P-platers and anyone who would like to build their confidence. In a half-day (four hours), you’ll expand your physical and mental skills to ensure you can handle the road with aplomb. You’ll perfect techniques like cornering and braking and enhance your roadcraft, allowing you to stay safe whilst enjoying your ride.
Prerequisites: Learner’s Permit or above. You must hold the appropriate licence for the bike in which you will be riding.
Location: SDMA Hillclimb
Roadsmart Two is the second in our popular Roadsmart series – and our most popular course too. It’s designed for those who want to perfect their riding skills and ensure their safety on the road. The full-day course blends roadcraft with physical skills. In it, you’ll master cornering, braking and bike control. You’ll perfect your posture and vision abilities. You’ll also have plenty of riding time and our Follow Sessions will give you detailed feedback on your riding technique – and show you how it can be improved.
Prerequisites: Learner’s Permit or above. You must hold the appropriate licence for the bike in which you will be riding.
Location: Majura
