Frequently Asked Questions

The certificate of competency is valid for three months. After you complete your course, take your certificate to Service NSW within the three-month period to have your licence upgraded.

To gain your motorcycle licence in NSW, you need to meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or a temporary overseas visitor — with a NSW residential address
• Be at least 16 years and 6 months of age
• Have a current NSW driver’s licence or a Service NSW customer number
• Have no outstanding fines with the State Debt Recovery Office
• Have no restrictions for improper conduct
• Are medically fit and can pass an eyesight test.

Yes. We have several expert practice and training courses available, including:

• Practice Session including MOST
• Practice session for L-Platers
• Private lessons
• Adventure Courses
• SU Roadsmart One/Two/Three

During your Pre-Learner course, you’ll be taught how to ride a Bike on a training Range in a controlled environment. The Pre-Learner Course is a competency based course. This course totals seven hours over two half days.

Once you have successfully pass the NSW Pre-Learner Course, you will be issued a Competency Certificate. This certificate is valid for 3 months. Take your certificate into Service NSW, where you will be asked to complete an eye sight test and Rider Knowledge test. Pass these and you will be issued your Learner Rider Licence.

Of course! If you need help finding out how you can get your motorbike licence, which courses to take for a refresher or practice, or anything else, please feel free to contact us to talk to someone who can guide you through the whole process.

If you are converting your overseas licence, you will need to contact Service NSW on 13 77 88 first to find out which course you need to take to gain your Australian motorcycle licence.

Yes. You don’t need a NSW Driver’s licence to qualify for a motorcycle licence in NSW. You will need to obtain a Customer Number from Service NSW instead.

Once you receive your learner’s licence from Service NSW, you only need to have it for a minimum of three months and 1 day to be eligible to complete the Pre-Provisional Licensing Course including skills test (MOST) to upgrade your Licence to a Red P Plate.

To get your motorcycle licence in NSW, you’ll need to complete your NSW Pre-Learner course

— The Pre-Learner Course runs over two half days 3.5 hours each day.. Then you’ll need to make an appointment with Service NSW to complete your computer-based Rider Knowledge and Eyesight Tests.

To become a P-Plater, you’ll need to have held your Learner’s for a minimum of 3 months and 1 day and no more than the 12-months, , and then complete the NSW Pre-Provisional Licensing Course including Skills Test (MOST).

To convert your overseas licence to be eligible for NSW roads, speak to Service NSW on 13 77 88 to find out which course they require you to do. Overseas motorcycle licence conversions in NSW are dealt with individually and the process can vary.

To get a motorcycle licence in NSW, you need to complete five important steps with Stay Upright:

1. Make sure you’re eligible
   You’ll need to be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or a temporary overseas visitor — with a NSW residential address. If you’re at least 16 years and six months old, have a current driver’s licence or a Service NSW customer number, have no outstanding fines with the State Debt Recovery Office, no restrictions for improper conduct, are medically fit and can pass an eyesight test, then you can move on the next step.
2. Complete the NSW Pre-Learner Course
   Contact us to enrol in a location near you. ake the two-day course (3.5 hours each day) and meet the educational outcomes, receiving your certificate of competency, to be eligible for the next stage.
3. Take the Driver Knowledge and Eyesight Tests
   Apply for these tests with Service NSW within three months of completing your Pre-Learner Course. You will need to present your certificate of competency to Service NSW when attending these tests.
4. Practice makes perfect
   After a minimum of three months, you’ll be eligible to apply for your Pre-Provisional Licensing course including skills test (MOST).
5. Pre-Provisional Licence
   Once you pass the Pre-Provisional Licensing Course including Skills Test (MOST), you’ll receive your course certificate. Book an appointment and take this to your nearest Service NSW to get your P1 licence issued.

You must wear long sleeves, long pants and sturdy footwear (no steel caps) for every course.  We provide helmet, gloves and bike on the Pre-Learner’s Course.  For those on the Pre-Provisional course, bike hire (including gloves and a helmet) is available.

If you don’t arrive on time, you will miss the safety briefing and course content and won’t be able to start the course requiring you to rebook (and pay) again.  If you are late on the second day, you will need to redo the course (and pay) again. If you arrive back late from a designated break you will need to re-book and re-pay for an entire new course.

Whatever the weather, our courses will go ahead.

Please contact us, at least seven days ahead of your course, to discuss your options.

If you are sick on the day of your course, Stay Upright will transfer you to another course, so long as a Doctors’ Medical Certificate is provided, dated the date of your scheduled course and covers you for your course dates, your medical certificate must be provided within 2 business days of the course date

Full terms and conditions are provided at the time of booking and attached to your booking confirmation.

The Pre-Learner course is designed for those with no motorcycle experience.  If you can ride a bicycle, that’s a great start – ideally you need a sense of balance and coordination.  However, since it’s a competency-based course, there is no guarantee that you’ll pass.  There is limited free remedial training available but if you think you’ll need a little extra help, book one of our popular private lessons, to boost your confidence.

No. You do not need to complete the questionnaire before attending the course. Your instructor will explain the purpose of the questionnaire on the day.

Yes, courses include scheduled breaks, but our trainers are better on the training ranges than they are in the kitchen, so you will need to bring your own lunch and refreshments.

Some overseas motorcycle licences are recognised in Australia and can be converted to an Australian Motorcycle Licence. As each country is different, please contact Service NSW on 13 77 88 to confirm the steps you need to take to have your overseas licence converted.

To get your full motorcycle licence in the ACT, you’ll need to have held your provisional motorcycle licence for a minimum of three years. When you renew your licence, it will be converted to a full motorcycle licence.

Yes! We have several courses available for those looking to get back into riding, learning how to ride, or those that just need some extra practice, including:

• Practice session for L-Platers
• Private Lessons
• Head Start Course
• Adventure Bike Course
• SU Roadsmart One/Two Course

The Pre-Learner Licensing Course consists of one day of theory and practical training.

The Pre-Provisional Course and MOST are theory-based. You’ll be tested on your road safety knowledge and asked to perform on a motorbike to prove that you’re eligible to ride.

Of course. If you need any help with your application or just need some training/practice, get in touch with us to find a suitable location near you.

Yes. If you don’t have a driver’s licence, you can take the Pre-learner (Theory) Licence Course (PLLC), which includes the road rules knowledge test to learn everything you need. Once you have completed the PLLC, you are eligible to participate in the motorcycle Pre-learner course.

The timeline for a full licence is as follows:

• Complete the Pre-learner Course
• You can take the Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test three months later. The Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test need to be completed within 12 months of receiving your motorcycle learners licence
• Three years later, you can renew your licence to get your full motorcycle licence

To get your motorcycle licence in , you’ll need to complete the Pre-learner Licencing Course — a one-day practice test. You can then pick up your certificate to add the learner rider class to your driver’s licence.

To become a P-Plater, you need to complete the Pre-Provisional Course and MOST. This will give you a Provisional Licence, which can be renewed in three years for a full licence.

To get your motorcycle licence in the ACT, you’ll need to go through six key steps with Stay Upright:

1. Double-check your eligibility
   To learn to ride a bike in the ACT, you’ll need to be at least 16 years and nine months old, be a resident of ACT (or in the process of becoming one) and have a learner, provisional or full licence. If you don’t have a driver’s licence, you can complete the Pre-Learner (Theory) Licence course to be eligible for an ACT motorcycle licence.
2. Complete the Pre-Learner Licensing Course
   Apply for and complete the one-day learner’s course that we offer . You’ll receive your course certificate upon completion.
3. Go to an Access Canberra Service Centre for licence endorsement
   After your Pre-Learner Licensing Course, take your certificate to an Access Canberra Service Centre to get it endorsed. You must do this within one month of completing your Pre-Learner Licensing Course to avoid your certificate from expiring.
   You’ll need to complete a visual acuity eye test before your certificate can be officially endorsed. You will then have a learner rider class added to your licence. After a minimum of three months, and a maximum of 12 months, you can go for a Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test.
4. Practice your skills
   It’s a good idea to practice the skills you’ve learned and get used to riding so you can apply for a Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test confidently. Use your time wisely, and make sure you take the test within 12 months of completing your Pre-Learner Licensing Course.
5. Take the Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST Test
   To successfully transition from your L-Plates to P-Plates, you’ll need to complete the Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test .
6. Pick up your Provisional Licence
   Visit Access Canberra to validate your certificate and receive your Provisional Licence (which lasts for three years). When you renew your licence in 3 years time, you’ll receive your full motorcycle licence.

You must wear long sleeves, long pants and sturdy footwear (no steel caps) for every course.  We provide helmet, gloves and bike on the Learner’s Course.  For those on the Pre-Provisional course, bike hire is available.

If you don’t arrive on time, you won’t be able to start the course and will need to book (and pay) again.

Whatever the weather, our courses will go ahead.

Please contact us at least seven days ahead of your course to discuss your options.

If you are sick on the day of your course, Stay Upright will transfer you to another course, so long as a Doctors’ Medical Certificate is provided, dated the date of your scheduled course and provided within 2 business days of the course date.

Full terms and conditions are provided at the time of booking and attached to your booking confirmation.

The Learner’s course is designed for those with no motorcycle experience.  If you can ride a bicycle, that’s a great start – ideally, you need balance and coordination.  However, since it’s a competency-based course, you’ll not be guaranteed to pass.  There is limited free remedial training available, but if you think you’ll need a little extra help, book one of our popular Head Start courses. This beginner-friendly course is designed to introduce you to the basics of motorcycle riding in a safe and supportive environment and is a great way to boost your confidence.

Yes, courses include scheduled breaks, but our trainers are better on the track than they are in the kitchen, so you will need to bring your own lunch and refreshments.

Yes.  If you wish to do so within three months of becoming a permanent resident in the ACT, you must:

• Successfully complete the Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test
• Present a full overseas motorcycle licence that you have held for more than three years to Access Canberra with your certificate of competency to receive your ACT motorcycle licence.
• If you don’t hold a full Australian Driver’s Licence, successfully complete the Road Rules Knowledge Test

If you’ve been a permanent resident of the ACT for more than three months, you must:

• Successfully complete the Pre-learner Motorcycle Licensing course
• If you don’t hold a full Australian Driver’s Licence, you must successfully complete the Road Rules Knowledge test

Once you’ve been issued an ACT Learner’s Licence, you must:

• Successfully complete the Pre-Provisional Motorcycle Licensing course and MOST test
• Present a full overseas motorcycle licence you have held for more than three years to Access Canberra with your certificate of competency to receive your ACT motorcycle licence.

Of course. If you have any queries on the process of applying for your VIC motorbike licence, don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly team. While you’re here, feel free to explore our other locations to apply for a motorbike licence.

After your 2-day Motorcycle Permit Assessment course (MPA), you will receive your learner’s permit. You will have to wait at least 3 months after your MPA and one month after your Check Ride (CR) before attempting the Motorcycle Licence Assessment (MLA). Complete all 3 tests in 15 months to obtain your full Victorian motorcycle licence.

To be eligible for a VIC motorbike licence, you must:

• Be 18 years of age
• Be a Victorian resident
• Be free of any restrictions that would disqualify you from holding a VIC learner’s permit 
• Have a Victorian car learner’s permit, Victorian car licence, or have passed a VicRoads road rules test to start your journey to obtain a full motorcycle licence in Victoria

Be in a medically fit condition. If otherwise, contact our customer service team for assistance.

To obtain your full motorcycle licence in Victoria, you should complete the following steps:

1. Undertake a Head Start course (optional)
2. Check you’re eligible for the learner’s permit course
3. Complete the 2-day learner’s permit course 
4. Practice your skills and consider taking private lessons to improve your riding technique 
5. Practice your skills and consider taking private lessons or completing a Roadsmart course to improve your riding technique
6. If you don’t have a driver’s licence, take a Hazard Perception Test (HPT) online
7. Complete your Motorcycle Licence Assessment (MLA)

You must wear long sleeves, long pants and sturdy footwear (no steel caps).  We provide bike, helmet, gloves on all courses except Roadsmart and Adventure. You are encouraged to bring your own bike for the Check Ride and MLA because you will be most familiar with it.

You must be 18+ years of age.  Please see our step-by-step guide for more details.

If you don’t arrive on time, you won’t be able to start the course and will need to book (and pay) again.

Whatever the weather, our courses will go ahead.

Please contact us at least seven days ahead of your course to discuss your options.

If you are sick on the day of your course, Stay Upright will transfer you to another course, so long as a Doctors’ Medical Certificate is provided, dated the date of your scheduled course and provided within 2 business days of the course date.

Full terms and conditions are provided at the time of booking and attached to your booking confirmation.

If you have a medical condition or take regularly prescribed medicine, please contact our office on 1300 366 640 prior to booking for EACH of the MPA, Check Ride and MLA steps. We will assist you with the process of obtaining the necessary approvals from VicRoads.

The requirements for licence conversion vary. Please contact our office on  1300 366 640   to obtain details.

If you do not possess a Victorian Car Learner Permit you will need to undertake a written Road Rules Knowledge Test at a VicRoads office prior to doing the MPA course. If you do not possess a Victorian Car Licence you will need to undertake a written Hazard Perception Test at a VicRoads office prior to doing the MLA.

The Motorcycle Permit Assessment (MPA) course includes a written road rules Knowledge Test (KT1) at the end of Day 1. If you are unsuccessful in completing the KT1, we will provide you with an opportunity to re-take the KT1.

The Two Day Learner PermitCourse (MPA) is an assessment designed by VicRoads. The course focuses on preparing riders to ride on the road safely, rather than teaching absolute beginners how to ride. If you’ve never ridden a motorcycle before, we highly recommend our  Head Start Course? This beginner-friendly course is designed to introduce you to the basics of motorcycle riding in a safe and supportive environment. It is a great way to try riding without committing to the full course.

Yes, courses include scheduled breaks, but our trainers are better on the track than they are in the kitchen, so you will need to bring your own lunch and refreshments.

No. You only need to complete the Q-Ride Unrestricted (R) course if you wish to ride an unrestricted motorcycle in QLD without displaying L plates.

Of course. If you have any questions about applying for your QLD motorcycle licence, don’t hesitate to contact us today. While you’re here, feel free to browse our other locations to apply for a motorbike licence.

No. You must hold your QLD driver’s licence for 12 months before completing your Headstart or Q-Ride Pre-Learner Course.

After completing the knowledge test, you will obtain your QLD motorcycle learner’s permit and hold it for at least 90 days. After 90 days, you can complete your Q-Ride Restricted (RE) Licence Course and spend 2 years on your RE Licence (Provisional if you are a P plate car driver).  After 2 years on your RE licence and completing your Q-Ride Unrestricted (R) course, you can upgrade your licence to become fully licenced.

To obtain your motorbike licence in QLD, you should do the following:

1. Undertake a Head Start course (optional)
2. Check you’re eligible for the Q-Ride Pre-Learner course
3. Have your driver’s licence for at least 12 months 
4. Complete the Q-Ride Pre-Learner Course
5. Undertake a 30-question knowledge test to obtain your learner’s licence
6. Upgrade your licence online or at a TMR Service Centre
7. Complete the Hazard Perception Test (HPT) within 90 days of obtaining your licence
8. Hold your learner’s licence for 90 days  and then undertake the Q-Ride Restricted (RE) Licence Course
9. Practice your skills, road rides with supervisors and/or book in for private lessons for skills and road rules
10. Undertake the Q-Ride Restricted (RE) Licence Course 
11. Upgrade your licence online or at a TMR service Centre
12. Spend 2 years on your RE Licence 
13. Receive your R-class learner’s permit to ride an R-class motorcycle 
14. Book your Q-Ride Unrestricted (R) Course
15. Upgrade your Licence online or at a TMR office

You must wear long sleeves, long pants and sturdy footwear (no steel caps) for every course.  We provide helmet, gloves and bike on the Learner’s Course.

If the course has started, you won’t be able to join and you will need to book (and pay) again.

Whatever the weather, our courses will go ahead.

Please contact us, at least seven days ahead of your course, to discuss your options.

If you are sick on the day of your course, Stay Upright will transfer you to another course, so long as a Doctors’ Medical Certificate is provided, dated the date of your scheduled course and provided within 2 business days of the course date.

Full terms and conditions are provided at the time of booking and attached to your booking confirmation.

The Q-Ride Pre-Learner course is an assessment designed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR). It focuses on preparing riders to ride on the road safely rather than teaching absolute beginners how to ride. If you’ve never ridden a motorcycle before, we highly recommend our Head Start Course. This beginner-friendly course is designed to introduce you to the basics of motorcycle riding in a safe and supportive environment and is a great way to try riding without having to commit to the full course.

Yes, courses include scheduled breaks, but our trainers are better on the track than they are in the kitchen, so you will need to bring your own lunch and refreshments.  You can use small kitchen to heat up food or pop to one of the nearby food outlets instead.

Visit Queensland Transport who will review your application for a QLD riders’ licence. They will issue you with a letter of authority to complete training.

If you’ve previously held a motorcycle licence (in Australia or overseas) that has been expired for more than 5 years, cancelled, or you’re applying to transfer an expired overseas motorcycle licence, you may be eligible to apply as a non-novice learner.

Note: If you have never held a full motorcycle licence anywhere in the world, you’ll need to apply as a novice motorcycle learner.

To get your non-novice learner licence in Tasmania, follow these steps:

1. Be at least 16 years and 6 months old

2. Study the Tasmanian Road Rules and pass the Motorcycle Road Rules Test at Service Tasmania

3. Call Stay Upright on 1300 366 640 to discuss your eligibility and get approval to book your training

4. Complete Day 2 of the Pre-Learner Motorcycle Course with Stay Upright

5. Wait at least 28 days, then attend a Check Ride with Stay Upright Training

6. Wait another 28 days, then complete the Pre-Provisional Test with Stay Upright

7. Take your Certificate of Competence (if applicable) and your evidence of identity to Service Tasmania

8. Pay the required licence fee to receive your temporary Provisional Licence. Your photo licence will be mailed to you.

The Pre-Learners Motorcycle Training course is an assessment designed by the Department of State Growth. It focuses on preparing riders to ride on the road safely rather than teaching absolute beginners how to ride. If you’ve never ridden a motorcycle before, we highly recommend our Head Start Course. This beginner-friendly course is designed to introduce you to the basics of motorcycle riding in a safe and supportive environment. It is a great way to try riding without committing to the full course.

To obtain your motorbike licence in Tasmania, you should complete the following steps:

1. Undertake a Head Start course (optional)
2. Check you’re eligible for a learners licence
3. Complete the Road Rules Knowledge Test at Service Tasmania
4. Complete the 2-day Pre-Learner Motorcycle Training course
5. Practice your skills and consider taking private lessons to improve your riding technique
6. Complete the Check Ride (CR) at least 28 days before your Pre-Provisional Test and a minimum of 28 days after your Pre-Learner Motorcycle Training course
7. Complete your Pre-Provisional Test within 6-12 months of obtaining your learner’s licence.

Pre-Learner Motorcycle Training Course: This course is delivered over two full days. Throughout the course, you will learn key skills to safely ride a motorcycle, including, but not limited to, safe mount and dismount, major and minor controls, riding posture, cornering, braking and roadcraft skills. The course finishes with two assessments: One conducted on the range, the other on the road.

Check Ride Course: The Check Ride (CR): is designed to reinforce safe riding skills and behaviours on the road. It expands on the skills you learnt during your Pre-Learner Motorcycle Training Course and includes an on-range and on-road component and assessment.

Pre-Provisional Test: The Pre-Provisional Test is the final step in obtaining your motorcycle licence. It is a one-on-one assessment that lasts one and a half hours and is divided into two parts. The first part evaluates skills on the range, followed by a road assessment.

You must wear long sleeves, long pants and sturdy footwear (no steel caps). We provide the bike, helmet and gloves on all licensing courses. You are welcome and encouraged to bring your own bike for the Check Ride (CR) and Pre-Provisional Test, because you will be most familiar with it.

You must be at least 16 years 6 months of age. Please see our step-by-step guide for more details.

If you don’t arrive on time, you will miss the safety briefing and therefore won’t be able to start the course. You will need to book (and pay) again.

Changes can be made to your course booking by providing 7 days notice in writing to customerservice@stayupright.com.au.

An Administration Fee may apply.

If you are sick on the day of your course, Stay Upright will transfer you to another course, so long as a Doctors’ Medical Certificate is provided, dated the date of your scheduled course and provided within 2 business days of the course date.

Full terms and conditions are provided at the time of booking and attached to your booking confirmation.

To obtain a Tasmanian motorcycle licence, you must meet the fitness to drive requirements as set out on the Austroads website – www.austroads.com.au

If you have not previously declared a medical condition that may affect your eligibility to obtain a licence to Service Tasmania, please contact our office on 1300 366 640 to complete a Medical Request for Approval with Service Tasmania.

The requirements for licence conversion vary. Please contact our office on 1300 366 640 to obtain details.

Licence conversion flow chart

Of course. If you have any queries on the process of applying for your TAS motorbike licence, don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly team. While you’re here, feel free to explore our other locations to apply for a motorbike licence.

After you complete the 2-day Pre-Learner Motorcycle Training course, you can obtain your motorcycle learner’s licence from Service Tasmania. You need to hold your motorcycle learners licence for a minimum of 6 months and wait at least 28 days after your Check Ride (CR) before attempting your Pre-Provisional Test. You must complete all 3 tests in 12 months to obtain your Tasmanian motorcycle licence.

To be eligible for a TAS motorbike licence, you must:

• Be 16 years and 6 months old.
• Be a resident of Tasmania.
• Successfully complete the Road Rules Knowledge Test at Service Tasmania before attending a Pre-Learner Motorcycle Training Course. You can practice the test is available here .
• Must not have a suspended or cancelled licence.
• Must be able to provide proof of photo ID at the course.
• You must be in a medically fit condition. If not, contact our Customer Service Team at 1300 366 640 for assistance.

The Pre-Learner Motorcycle Training Course is a competency based course, with an assessment, so it’s good to have some balance and have ridden a bicycle.

Yes, our courses include scheduled breaks, but our trainers are better on the track than they are in the kitchen, so you will need to bring your own lunch and refreshments.

LAMS is short for ‘Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme’ – and are bikes approved for Learners. A LAMS bike has an engine capacity of between 251 and 660cc, with a power output of less than 150kw per tonne. You can find a list of approved bikes here.