Restricted Licence Course (RE O)

Q-Ride Information

Course Outcome

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

The 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 are required to 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-L restricted learner motorcycle licence 

AND have held it for at least 91 days

MUST BE current - not expired or disqualified

MUST BE a Queensland licence

IF a licence is not issued in QLD, documentation from TMR declaring eligibility for the course must be provided.

Must have COMPLETED THE MOTORCYCLE HAZARD PERCEPTION TEST to be eligible to take the course.

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 pre-learner course is designed to provide beginner riders with the basic skills and knowledge required to ride a 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 

The RE practical training will be similar to the pre-learner course content with additional activities, including a 2-hour road riding assessment at the end of the course.

COURSE COMPONANTS Part 1 | Range Activities

Figure 8's

Turn at low speed with control.

Slow Ride

Control the bike at a slow walking pace.

Slalom

Weave around obstacles.

Controlled Stop

Bring the bike to a smooth stop whilst downshifting.

Swerve

Similar to slalom, however faster.

Emergency Stop

Stop quickly and smoothly with total control.

COURSE COMPONANTS Part 2 | Road Assessment

Simulatated Road Ride

Range activities are combined to simulate a road environment.

Road Ride

A 2-hour road ride assessing road positioning, hazard management and adherences to road rules.