Open Licence Course (R)

Q-Ride Information

Course Outcome

The Q-Ride R course is the mandatory training and assessment program that must be completed in order to be eligible to upgrade to a QLD motorcycle unrestricted licence (R).

Q-Ride is a competency-based training and assessment program which has been designed and is overseen by the QLD Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Assessment Criteria

Participants must be deemed 'competent' in each module sequentially in order to progress in the course and obtain the Competency Declaration needed to be eligible to enrol in the Motorcycle Knowledge Test (TMR).

Authorised Instructors

Q-Ride instructors (Accredited Rider Trainers) are authorised by TMR to deliver Q-Ride courses for the purpose of training and assessing a participant's competency.

Eligibility Criteria

MUST HAVE RE-O restricted learner motorcycle licence 

AND have held it for at least 2 years

MUST BE current - Not expired or disqualified

MUST BE a Queensland licence

Please contact us for information regarding to foreign motorcycle licences.

Course Requirements

What to Wear

Long pants and long sleeve shirt - No exposed skin

Sturdy closed-in shoes - No steel caps

What to Bring

Driver licence

Eligibility Declaration/Certificate

Course Overview

Purpose

The Q-Ride R course is designed to assess experience riders on the skills and knowledge required to ride an unrestricted motorcycle safely.

Delivery

It includes both theoretical and practical training components to ensure a comprehensive understanding of motorcycle riding basics.

Course Content

Theory Lessons 

Delivered in a classroom setting and includes presentations and discussions which cover topics such as road rules, safety gear, hazard management, and riding techniques.

Practical Training 

Includes fundamental riding skills such as balance, motorcycle controls, starting and stopping, corning, braking, and manoeuvring at low speeds.