RoSPA Advanced Rider Training

Develop Your Motorcycle Riding Skills with Advanced Rider Training

RoSPA Advanced Rider Training is designed for qualified motorcyclists who want to develop their riding skills, improve their understanding of road and traffic hazards, and become more confident, systematic and responsible riders.

At Compass Motorcycle Excellence, our advanced motorcycle training is focused on helping riders develop the knowledge, observation, planning and machine-control skills required for safer and more effective riding on UK roads.

RoSPA advanced riding is based around the principles of the System of Motorcycle Control, as described in Motorcycle Roadcraft – The Police Rider's Handbook. The approach encourages riders to anticipate hazards, gather and use information effectively, select appropriate speed and road position, and make smooth, controlled decisions.

Core Modules of Advanced Rider Training

Observation and Information

Developing effective observation is fundamental to advanced motorcycle riding. Riders learn to identify important information further ahead, recognise developing hazards and continuously update their understanding of the road environment.

Planning and Hazard Awareness

Advanced riders learn to anticipate rather than simply react. Training develops the ability to identify potential hazards, assess risk and plan an appropriate response before a situation becomes critical.

Road Positioning

Correct positioning can improve visibility, stability and safety. Riders develop an understanding of how road position can help them see hazards, be seen by other road users and create appropriate safety margins.

IPSGA System of Motorcycle Control

The Information, Position, Speed, Gear, Acceleration (IPSGA) system provides a structured approach to motorcycle control. Riders learn how to apply the system consistently when approaching hazards, bends, junctions and changing traffic conditions.

Cornering, Braking and Acceleration

Advanced training develops smooth and progressive use of the motorcycle's controls. Riders learn how observation, planning, positioning, speed and gear selection work together to achieve controlled and efficient cornering.

Human Factors and Rider Decision-Making

Riding ability is influenced by factors such as concentration, attitude, fatigue, emotions and decision-making. Advanced rider training helps riders recognise how human factors can influence their riding and encourages a more considered approach to risk management.

Benefits of RoSPA Advanced Rider Training

Advanced motorcycle training can help riders:

Improve observation and hazard awareness
Develop better anticipation and planning
Improve motorcycle positioning and control
Develop smoother braking, acceleration and cornering
Manage road and traffic risks more effectively
Increase confidence and riding competence
Reduce unnecessary braking, acceleration and rider workload
Improve riding enjoyment through smoother and more systematic riding
Prepare for the RoSPA Advanced Test, where appropriate

RoSPA states that post-test training can improve observation, planning, positioning, cornering and control, while helping riders deal more effectively with hazards and unexpected situations.

Become a More Thinking Rider

Advanced riding is not about riding faster. It is about seeing more, thinking further ahead and making better-informed decisions to make good progress, safely.

Whether you are an experienced motorcyclist looking to develop your skills, preparing for an advanced riding assessment, or simply want to become a more confident and capable rider, structured advanced rider training can provide valuable continuing development.

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