The county of Northumberland is a motorcyclist’s heaven, with sweeping A and B roads and spectacular scenery. However, each year sees motorcycle incidents resulting in fatalities and serious injuries.  

Improve your skills 

After obtaining a motorcycle licence, think about developing your skills further - it can be a good investment in relation to your own safety. Consider advanced or ‘refresher’ courses. Use the RoSPA Skill Up website or visit Shiny Side Up for short videos and information to improve your skills or use it as a refresher.  

DVSA Enhanced Rider Scheme

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency Enhanced Rider Scheme enables motorcyclists to have their riding skills checked by a DVSA approved trainer to help them become a safer rider and get more from their motorcycling. The ERS is designed to be delivered in a day, with additional, optional opportunities for other training in specific skills. 

Costs vary, with trainers across the county.  Find a local trainer on the Gov.UK website. 

Useful organisations

There are many organisations that provide advanced rider training, some are free, and others have a charge: 

Biker Down 

Find an Advanced Driver Trainer in your area

Institute of Advanced Motorcyclists

RoADAR NorthEast

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