11 Motorcycle courses

Our intention is to ensure our students leave us happy, confident and looking forward to years of riding a motorcycle on the road. Most of our instructor team have been with us for over five years and have a wealth of experience between them. We operate from Maidstone and Sittingbourne seven days a week, offering CBT and full licence courses on our own private training areas. All our course prices are inclusive of third-party and damage waiver insurance, and bike hire.

The IMI Level 2 Award in MOT Testing (Classes 1 and 2) was developed with Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform the MOT Test Routine on mopeds and motorcycles.

The IMI Motorcycle Tyre Fitting course is 3 days in duration for and is aimed at Fast Fit Technicians and Specialist Tyre Fitters involved with working on Motorcycle Tyres. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 months practical motorcycle tyre fitting experience.  Successful candidates will receive an IMI Quality Approved Award in Motorcycle Tyre Fitting recognised throughout the industry. A basic tyre fitting course can be provided for those with little or no experience. COURSE DETAILS: * One day classroom based theory session * One day workshop practice session * One day examination and assessment COURSE FEES £396.00 + VAT per candidate Please contact us for group rates COURSE CONTENT Theoretical * Health & Safety * Motorcycle Tyre construction identification * Motorcycle Wheel rim identification * MotorcycleTyre sidewall markings * Construction & Use regulations * Limits of wear and serviceability * Fault identification methods * Tyre and inner tube repairs Practical * Tyre fault identification and reporting * Safe wheel removal and replacement * Safe wheel balancing * Safe removal and replacement of tyres * Safe tyre and inner tube repairs to BSAU159g IMI assessment and test * A multi-choice theory question paper * Four practical assessments, observed by an IMI approved assessor. WHAT’S INCLUDED * Fully qualified and experienced trainers * Course booklet * Examinations Fees and Certification * One year IMI membership To find out more, please use the live chat function, visit our contact page or call us on 024 76325880

Add a specialism and tap a new detailing market. Motorbike detailing is an untapped market for many detailers. Designed specifically for established Professional Detailers, this course will give you the best-practice knowledge and skills required to perform in-depth detailing and related work on motorcycles in a safe and effective manner, taking the guesswork out of a new sector. You are not required to hold a Motorbike Licence as no riding will be taking place, and all training vehicles will be provided for you. Professional Motorcycle Detailing Designed specifically for established Professional Detailers, this course will give you the best-practice knowledge and skills required to perform in-depth detailing and related work on motorcycles.  At the end of the course, you will sit a brief theory assessment to ensure the specific, and general, knowledge has been taken on board prior to the award of your qualification. You are not required to hold a Motorbike Licence as no riding will be taking place and all training vehicles will be provided for you   Course Details: * Health & Safety * How to market yourself as a Motorcycle Detailer * Safe handling of motorcycles - side/centre stands, paddock stands, jacking * Assessment of motorbike condition * Cleaning, decontamination & preparatory work of the tank, fairings, screen and exposed surfaces: Washing processes, pre-wash & snow foam, acids and alkalis, fallout removers and in-depth cleaning practices * Cleaning, decontamination & preparatory work of wheels * Suspension, running gear, swing arm and fork degreasing and cleaning * Safe fairing panel removal * Engine cleaning * Chain and sprockets inspection, cleaning and re-lubrication * Paintwork inspection and defect identification * Introduction to small-area machine polishing equipment * Perspex polishing * Paint, plastic, wheel, metal, chrome, anodised, powder coat and anti-corrosion protection options * Helmet and visor care * Theory assessment   This is a very intensive course if you have little experience, and we recommend that those new to the industry or with little experience use it as a bolt-on to another of our training courses.  When you leave the Academy it will then be up to you to build on the knowledge you have gained by putting it into practice, with ongoing support from the training team. Course Length 1 Day (0930-1600) Location UK Detailing Academy, 2 Purlieus Barn, Ewen, Cirencester, GL7 6BY Experience / Qualification Completion of Level 1, Level 1 Experience Refreshments or Lunch Refreshments included Group Size One-to-One

THE 1-DAY FOUNDATIONS COURSE IN WHEEL BUILDING WITH MASTER WHEEL-BUILDER VINCE WARNER ARE YOU NEW TO WHEEL BUILDING AND EAGER TO START OFF RIGHT? Imagine having the confidence to build motorcycle wheels that not only look good but are durable and reliable. With the right foundation, you can! I believe that a strong foundation is essential to becoming proficient in any skill, and wheel building is no different. That's why I created the 1-Day Foundations Course—to provide you with all the essentials you need to get started on the right foot. HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Preparation and Measurements: How to ensure you have all the correct parts, materials and accurate measurements before you start building. Lacing: Understand the methodology behind lacing the most common type of motorcycle wheel. Truing: Essential techniques for achieving optimal alignment for your wheel. Tensioned Wire Wheel Principles: A deep dive into the underlying principles that make a tensioned wire wheel reliable and effective. BONUS: FULL ACCESS TO VIDEO MODULES To complement your 1-day experience in my workshop, you'll also gain full access to Module 2 of my video training, which is essential viewing before you attend. This covers many of the topics you'll be learning in-person. SPECIAL BONUS: INTRODUCTION TO BICYCLE WHEELS As an added bonus, I'm also going to give you Module 1, which focuses on bicycle wheels—expanding your understanding and adding another skill to your wheel building arsenal. LUNCH IS ON ME! Enjoy complimentary lunch, along with tea, coffee, cold drinks, and snacks throughout the day.

Add a specialism and tap a new detailing market. MOTORBIKE DETAILING IS AN UNTAPPED MARKET FOR MANY DETAILERS, BUT WITH THE RIGHT SKILLS CAN BE AN EXCELLENT SOURCE OF REVENUE, ESPECIALLY AT THE START AND END OF THE SUMMER WHEN MANY BIKES ARE REMOVED FROM OR PUT AWAY FOR STORAGE. Designed specifically for established professional detailers, this group session 1-day course will give you the best practice knowledge and skills required to perform in-depth detailing and related work on motorcycles in a safe and effective manner. This helps you take the guesswork out of a new sector and introduces you to the techniques to safely work on and handle motorbikes, correctly assess and decontaminate them, and perform a full motorbike detail. You will need a basic level of competency as an existing valeter or detailer, as there is a certain assumption of existing technique to build on.  You are not required to hold a motorbike licence however as no riding will be taking place and all training vehicles will be provided for you.   Availability If no dates are showing as available in the calendar, you can sign up for updates to find out when new dates are released and new course developments. Professional Motorcycle Detailing Group Day Designed specifically for established Professional Detailers, this group course will give you the best practice knowledge and skills required to perform in-depth detailing and related work on motorcycles. As this relies on prior basic knowledge, you will need a basic level of competence in a professional car care environment.  You are not required to hold a Motorbike Licence as no riding will be taking place and all training vehicles will be provided for you.   Course Details: * Health & Safety * How to market as a Motorcycle Detailer * Safe handling of motorcycles - side/centre stands, paddock stands, jacking * Assessment of motorbike condition * Cleaning, decontamination & preparatory work of the tank, fairings, screen and exposed surfaces: Washing processes, Pre-wash & snow foam, acids and alkalis, fallout removers and in-depth cleaning practices * Cleaning, decontamination & preparatory work of wheels * Suspension, running gear, swing arm and fork degreasing and cleaning * Safe fairing panel removal * Engine cleaning * Chain and sprockets inspection, cleaning and re-lubrication * Paintwork inspection and defect identification * Introduction to small-area machine polishing equipment * Perspex polishing * Paint, plastic, wheel, metal, chrome, anodised, powder coat and anti-corrosion protection options * Helmet and visor care Course Length 1 Day (0930-1600) Location UK Detailing Academy, 2 Purlieus Barn, Ewen, Cirencester, GL7 6BY Experience / Qualification Level 1 Experience Refreshments or Lunch Refreshments included Group Size Up to 10 people

Launch your Detailing Career on all vehicle types Level One + Motorbike is ideal for those just starting a detailing career, about to enter the detailing industry, or those who wish to reset, update, and refresh their skills, with the addition of a day spent exclusively on motorcycle detailing. The aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes and maintenance of vehicles from a professional and business view, teaching the foundations of correct vehicle cleaning up to the final familiarisation of entry-level dual-action machine polishers. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, SDS and environmental conformity. This Level 1 Course comes bundled with our One-Day Motorbike extension course at a discounted rate to the bolt-on in isolation, perfect to give you all the knowledge you need to complete a full detail on a motorcycle, including use of paddock stands, fairing removal, mechanical areas, and much more. Alternatively, Level 1 candidates can later book the Learn2 Motorcycle Detailing 1 Day course as a bolt-on, to complete at another suitable time. The aim of Level One is ideal for those just about to, or have recently entered the detailing industry, or those who wish to reset and refresh their skills, with the addition of a day spent exclusively on motorcycle detailing. The aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes and maintenance of vehicles from a professional and business view, teaching the foundations of correct vehicle cleaning up to the final familiarisation of entry-level dual action machine polishers over the course of 3 days of intense training. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, SDS and environmental conformity. This Level 1 Course comes bundled with our one-day motorbike extension course, perfect to give you all the knowledge you need to complete a full detail on a motorcycle, including the use of paddock stands, fairing removal, mechanical areas, and much more. alternatively, candidates can book the Learn2 Motorcycle Detailing 1 Day course as a bolt-on to an automotive Level 1 Course to complete at another suitable time. Along the way, in addition to the motorcycle training, topics covered will be: * Washing stages * Wash media * Environmental considerations * Drying methods * Bonded contamination and its removal * Wheel care and maintenance * Glass and hard surfaces * Engine bay cleaning * Vulnerable surfaces * Efficiency and process * PPE and safety * Clothing and working practices * Risk assessment * Chemical knowledge * Van set-ups * Interior detailing * Leather and soft surface care * Fillers/glazing * Dual action machine polishers intro * Minor defect identification * Paint types * LSPs * Final presentation * Marketing * Conflict resolution and customer care * Financing * Insurance * Pricing and quotes * Business Administration * Memberships * Social Media * Manual handling * Safe working practices * Pre-work inspection All levels are accompanied by a full course booklet to jog your memory when needed. Practical assessment takes place as part of the original training session, at the end of the course you will be assigned a (manageable) series of case studies and exercises to complete over the period of 3 months to cement the knowledge. There is then a short externally assessed exam prior to the optional commencement of Level Two, to ensure there are no weak areas. After which the Level One accreditation is awarded and you can either progress or choose to practice the skills gained with ongoing support. Course Length 3 Days (0930 - 1600) Group Size One-to-One Location UK Detailing Academy, 2 Purlieus Barn, Ewen, Cirencester, GL7 6BY Experience / Qualification Open to all Refreshments or Lunch Refreshments included

LAUNCH YOUR DETAILING CAREER. Are you looking to launch a detailing career and need to start on the right foot? Level One is ideal for those just about to enter the detailing industry, or those who wish to reset, update and refresh their skills. The aim is to teach you the foundations of vehicle care from assessment up to entry-level machine polishing, to have a successful and reputable business from the very start. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, target clientele, SDS and environmental conformity. This is much more than just a 'how to wash a car'. It gives your new detailing business the best possible start, optimising it for success and backed with a resource for any issues you may encounter. Complete course guide book, ongoing support and certification exam fee are all included in the cost. The Level 1 Course is available as either this standard vehicle course or alternatively a motorbike-focused course. You can also book the Level 1 + Motorbike course as a bolt-on day, if you wish to cover both aspects and open your target market even further.   Available start dates are highlighted in the calendar below, all days are one-to-one so can be booked to suit your schedule. The aim of Level One is ideal for those just about to, or have recently entered the detailing industry, or those who wish to reset and refresh their skills. the aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes and maintenance of vehicles from a professional and business view, teaching the foundations of correct vehicle cleaning up to the final familiarisation of entry-level dual action machine polishers. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, SDS and environmental conformity. The Level 1 Course is available as either a car or motorcycle course. Alternatively, candidates can book an additional day on Motorcycle Detailing as a bolt-on to an automotive Level 1 Course here. Modules covered on the course are: * Washing stages * Wash media * Environmental considerations * Drying methods * Bonded contamination and its removal * Wheel care and maintenance * Glass and hard surfaces * Engine bay cleaning * Vulnerable surfaces * Efficiency and process * PPE and safety * Clothing and working practices * Risk assessment * Chemical knowledge * Van set-ups * Interior detailing * Leather and soft surface care * Fillers/glazing * Dual action machine polishers intro * Minor defect identification * Paint types * LSPs * Final presentation * Marketing * Conflict resolution and customer care * Financing * Insurance * Pricing and quotes * Business Administration * Memberships * Social Media * Manual handling * Safe working practices * Pre-work inspection All levels are accompanied by a full course booklet to jog your memory when needed. Practical assessment takes place as part of the original training session, at the end of the course you will be assigned a (manageable) series of case studies and exercises to complete over 3 months to cement the knowledge. There is then a short externally assessed exam before the optional commencement of Level Two, to ensure there are no weak areas. After which the Level One accreditation is awarded and you can either progress or choose to practice the skills gained with ongoing support. Course Length 3 Days (0930 - 1600) Group Size One-to-One Location UK Detailing Academy, 2 Purlieus Barn, Ewen, Cirencester, GL7 6BY Experience / Qualification Open to all Refreshments or Lunch Refreshments included

Launch your Detailing Career. Level One Motorbike is ideal for those just about to enter the detailing industry, or those who wish to reset, update and refresh their skills. The aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes and maintenance of vehicles from a professional and business view for a new detailing career, teaching the foundations of correct vehicle cleaning up to the final familiarisation of entry-level dual-action machine polishers. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, target clientele, SDS and environmental conformity. This is much more than just a 'how to wash a vehicle' course, and gives your business the best possible start, optimising it for success.   The aim of Level One Motorbike is ideal for those just about to, or have recently entered the motorbike detailing industry, or those who wish to reset and refresh their skills with a focus exclusively on motorbikes. The aim is to familiarise the candidate with the processes and maintenance of two-wheeled vehicles from a professional and business view, teaching the foundations of correct vehicle cleaning up to the final familiarisation of entry-level dual-action machine polishers. Business practices and health and safety are explored covering areas such as pricing, marketing, SDS and environmental conformity. The Level 1 Course is available as a motorbike focused, or alternatively our standard vehicle course. Alternatively, candidates can book an additional day on Motorcycle Detailing as a bolt-on to an automotive Level 1 Course here if they would like to learn both sets of skills. Along the way topics covered will be: * Washing stages * Wash media * Environmental considerations * Drying methods * Bonded contamination and its removal * Wheel care and maintenance * Glass and hard surfaces * Engine bay cleaning * Vulnerable surfaces * Efficiency and process * PPE and safety * Clothing and working practices * Risk assessment * Chemical knowledge * Van set-ups * Interior detailing * Leather and soft surface care * Fillers/glazing * Dual action machine polishers intro * Minor defect identification * Paint types * LSPs * Final presentation * Marketing * Conflict resolution and customer care * Financing * Insurance * Pricing and quotes * Business Administration * Memberships * Social Media * Manual handling * Safe working practices * Pre-work inspection All levels are accompanied by a full course booklet to jog your memory when needed. Practical assessment takes place as part of the original training session, at the end of the course you will be assigned a (manageable) series of case studies and exercises to complete over the period of 3 months to cement the knowledge. There is then a short externally assessed exam prior to the optional commencement of Level Two, to ensure there are no weak areas. After which the Level One accreditation is awarded and you can either progress or choose to practice the skills gained with ongoing support. Course Length 3 Days (0930 - 1600) Group Size One-to-One Location UK Detailing Academy, 2 Purlieus Barn, Ewen, Cirencester, GL7 6BY Experience / Qualification Open to all Refreshments or Lunch Refreshments included

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