Q-RIDE R Course (R)

Your final step toward earning your unrestricted open motorcycle licence!

PLEASE NOTE: YOU NEED TO PROVIDE YOUR OWN NON-LAMS APPROVED MOTORBIKE FOR THIS COURSE.

This half-day course is a compulsory QRide training and assessment session based on competency. It’s designed for riders ready to move from a Restricted (RE O) licence to an Unrestricted (R) motorbike licence.

If you already hold a Restricted (RE O) licence and want to upgrade to your Open (R) licence, this is the course for you.
To be eligible, you must have held your RE O licence for at least two years. However, if you got your RE O licence before October 1, 2016, you only need to have held it for one year.

This course is intended for riders who have solid experience riding on the road and feel confident handling their bike.
It focuses on building on your existing knowledge by refining your riding skills, enhancing your decision-making on the road, and strengthening your risk management techniques.

Start Your Journey Today

Step 1 - check your eligibility

Check your eligibility on the Qld Department of Transport & Main Roads.

Click this link to check if you can complete the Q-Ride pre-learner course.

Step 2 - email us your eligibility declaration

Complete the form in this link & attached your eligibility declaration.

We'll get back to you with the next available course dates

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R Course Information

Course Information

Course Duration

1/2 Day, Approx 3.5 hours

Course Location
Bundaberg – Drivers College, 16 Brickworks Circuit, Svensson Heights

Course Fees

Bundaberg: $ 200 Bring your own bike (BYOB)

What's Included

Use of one of our helmets, jackets and gloves are included in the course fees.

When to arrive:

Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your starting time.

Course Requirements

Non-LAMS motorbike:

This course available BYOB only
Check if your bike is non-LAMS - Check your Rego

What to Wear:

Long pants/jeans & socks that cover your ankles (no exposed skin)
Sturdy enclosed shoes (runners are fine) (NO STEELCAP BOOTS)
You will need a helmet & gloves, plus a jacket for the road ride, or if needed, we can provide these for you

What to Bring:

Driver’s licence
Eligibility Declaration/Certificate
Sunglasses
Water

Eligibility Requirements

Must hold RE-O restricted motorcycle licence AND have held it for at least 2 years

Licence must be current and not expired or disqualified

Must be a Queensland driver’s licence. If the licence is not from Queensland, documentation from TMR confirming eligibility must be provided

Check your licence eligibility at https://www.service.transport.qld.gov.au/checkqridecourseeligibility

Further Q-Ride R Information

Purpose

The Q-Ride unrestricted (R) course is designed to reinforce riders’ knowledge and skills, and further develop higher order cognitive skills and risk management strategies. Designed for riders who have completed the Q-Ride restricted (RE) course and have significant riding experience, the course is conducted mainly on-road with regular stops to provide coaching and discuss safe riding behaviours and strategies. The R course contains 7 modules that are delivered over half a day.

The course aims to:

enhance and reinforce riders’ knowledge and skills to effectively manage riding situations on a more powerful motorcycle
reinforce good riding attitudes
minimise the likelihood of harm due to inappropriate riding skills, behaviours or risk management.

Delivery

It includes both a simulated road-ride on range, followed by a 2 hour road ride.

Course Content

On Range

You will participate in a simulated road ride, where you'll need to demonstrate a variety of skills and techniques, including:

Roundabouts – Navigate turns at low speeds with control
Slow Ride – Maintain control of the bike at a slow, walking pace
Swerve – Steer around an obstacle while cornering
Stop to a Point – Stop quickly and smoothly, maintaining full control

On Road

You will undertake a 2 hour road ride to demonstrate your ability to handle both routine and more complex riding situations on a higher-powered motorcycle. The ride aims to reinforce safe riding habits, promote responsible riding attitudes, and reduce the risk of harm caused by inadequate riding skills, behaviors, or risk management.

Course Outcome
Completion of the Q-Ride R course is a prerequisite for applying for a Queensland motorcycle R licence (RE). The course is competency-based and approved by the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).

Assessment Criteria
Participants must demonstrate competence in each module before progressing and earning the Competency Declaration.

Authorised Instructors
Our Q-Ride instructor is a Senior Accredited Rider Trainer, authorized by TMR to deliver the course and assess participants’ competency.

What's Next

Once you have completed the unrestricted R Course

Apply to upgrade to R Open licence

Once you are deemed competent, log into TMR to upgrade your RE licence to an R licence

Upgrade your licence

Unrestricted Licence

An unrestricted motorcycle license, allows riders to operate any type of motorcycle, including those with higher engine capacities or a higher power-to-weight ratio.a certain period

How's Your RoadCraft

When you’re riding a bike on the open road, you’re about as vulnerable as it gets. Roadcraft is a vital part of your skill set and fundamental to developing your sixth sense as a rider.