Enhanced Rider Scheme
Want to get the most from your riding?
Our dedicated instructors are passionate about helping riders of all levels improve their techniques and on the road.
With a focus on safety and skill mastery, we offer tailored courses designed to meet your individual needs.
Join us to enhance your riding skills and enjoy the freedom of the open road!​
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What is the Enhanced Rider Scheme?
The Enhanced Rider Scheme (ERS) is an advanced motorcycle training program designed to improve riders’ skills, safety, and confidence on the road.
It is aimed at fully licensed motorcyclists who want to enhance their riding abilities beyond the basic test level. The scheme is often recommended for those returning to riding after a break or those upgrading to a more powerful bike.
Course Details
​Unlike a formal test, the ERS focuses on a tailored training plan to address specific areas of improvement, making it suitable for riders of all experience levels. The course will include:
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Initial Ride Assessment – A qualified instructor will assess your riding skills in real-world conditions.
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Personalised Training Plan – Based on the assessment, a tailored training session will be created to address areas for improvement.
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Targeted Training – This covers 7 core modules such as cornering, overtaking, filtering, and attitude to riding.
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Certification – After successfully completing the training, riders receive an ERS Certificate, which may qualify them for insurance discounts.
The ERS is run by DVSA-approved trainers and is a great option for riders who want to refine their skills without undergoing a full advanced riding course like IAM RoadSmart or RoSPA.
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Enhanced Rider Scheme Course
£250
£50 per hour for further training.
Course Duration: 5.5 hours (including a 30-minute break)
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​Morning Session​
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The day begins with a 2-hour assessment ride, where a DVSA-approved trainer observes your riding in real-world conditions. This assessment covers essential skills such as road positioning, hazard perception, cornering, braking, overtaking, and general control. The aim is to identify areas for improvement and tailor the training accordingly.
Following the assessment, there is a 30-minute break, allowing time to discuss initial feedback and prepare for the next stage.
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Afternoon Session
After the break, the personalised training session begins, lasting 2.5 hours. Based on the assessment, the instructor will focus on refining specific skills, which may include advanced cornering techniques, slow-speed control, filtering and defensive riding.
The training is designed to be practical and adaptable, ensuring that each rider receives coaching relevant to their individual needs.
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Enhanced Rider Scheme
Core Modules
The Enhanced Rider Scheme consists of seven core modules, each focusing on key aspects of advanced motorcycling. These modules help riders develop greater control, awareness and confidence on the road.
Progress & Use of Speed
A 3 hour lesson to start your training towards the Module 1 and Module 2 tests.
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This is your introduction to a 500cc (A2 licence) or 650cc motorcycle (A licence).
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Overtaking & Filtering
A 3 hour lesson designed to follow on from your Conversion Lesson.
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On this lesson, you will go through the exercises you will be asked to carry out on your Module 1 test on our purpose built area.
Bends & Cornering
Before the journey to Bredbury, you will have chance to run through the Module 1 exercises and ask any 'last minute' questions.
The Module 1 test day will take around 4.5 hours.
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Structured Approach to Riding
This is a 6 hour lesson to prepare for your Module 2 test. However, this can be split over two sessions if preferred.
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During this lesson, you will be taken around the potential test routes and be told of what to expect on your test.
Defensive
Riding
Candidates will ride to Macclesfield with an instructor to take their test.
Similar to the Module 1 test, you will have chance to ride the test routes and ask any questions.
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The Module 2 test day will take around 4.5 hours.
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Slow Control
This is a 6 hour lesson to prepare for your Module 2 test. However, this can be split over two sessions if preferred.
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During this lesson, you will be taken around the potential test routes and be told of what to expect on your test.
Developing the Correct Rider Attitude
Candidates will ride to Macclesfield with an instructor to take their test.
Similar to the Module 1 test, you will have chance to ride the test routes and ask any questions.
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The Module 2 test day will take around 4.5 hours.
