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    The Enhanced Rider Scheme

  

      The DSA, in conjunction with the motorcycle industry, have devised a new package of training known as the Enhanced Rider Scheme (ERS).

    The scheme is intended to benefit all bike riders who have a full motorcycle licence, irrespective to the size of bike, or the experience level of the rider.

     You will not need to take a test or even any training if your skills are assessed as satisfactory.    You will also earn discounts on your insurance as a result.

How does it work?

     The DSA working closely with training experts have developed a training syllabus for post test riders designed to reduce risk and improve an individual rider’s skills.

            They are establishing a network of approved and accredited trainers across Britain to deliver rider skills assessments and any recommended training.

  Bike riders visit their local accredited trainer for an assessment of their riding skills.

        If no significant area of weakness is found, the trainer issues a certificate to that effect.

                 Any rider issued with a certificate is then in line for an insurance discount from one of the many insurers who have signed up to support the scheme

  If there are areas that would benefit from further training, the rider would qualify for their certificate after successfully completing the recommended training.

By undertaking an assessment of your riding ability, DSA accredited trainers can tailor a development programme to suit your individual needs via a combination of practical and theoretical learning. Many of the leading motorcycle insurers have signed up to this scheme and are prepared to offer substantial discounts to riders who can show they can ride to the ERS standard.

 

The insurers sponsoring the scheme are:

AA Insurance, Bennett’s Insurance, Bikesure, Carole Nash, Chandler Direct, CIA insurance, Devitt,  EBike, MCE Insurance, Motorcycle Direct, Norwich Union Direct and Lexham.

 

The Enhanced Rider Bonus is supported by the following underwriters:

 AIG, AXA, Chaucer Insurance, Equity Red Star, Groupama, Hastings Direct, Highway, KGM, Link/Zenith, NIG, Norwich Union and Royal & Sun Alliance.

 

Advanced Course


3 Sessions of 5Hrs of Instruction spread over a number of weeks to suit you. The course consists of theory presentations, self study, and practical on road training. The course culminates with a RoSPA Advanced Motorcycle Test.  The RoSPA test qualification is deemed to be the highest award available to the general public. The qualification is widely recognised by many of the leading Insurance Companies who can offer discounts on Motorcycle Insurance to successful test candidates. RoSPA Advanced Drivers and Riders develop their driving skills to an advanced level, and so add a whole new dimension to their road driving experience. They also become significantly safer drivers. Once you've successfully passed the test, Adrian Flux Insurance guarantees to insure you for up to 25% less than the premium you have been quoted by your current provider and in some cases the discount may be even bigger.  RoSPA also arrange a re-test every three years so you have the opportunity to keep your riding skills up-dated at regular intervals. Your Instructor is a current RoSPA Examiner; he will know exactly what is required for you to be successful on your test.

  

How the RoSPA Advanced test is graded

BRONZE

This Grade will be awarded to riders whose performance is significantly above the standard required to pass the ‘L’ Riding Test. These Riders will also show knowledge of “Motorcycle Roadcraft”. The Ride should be entirely safe, observing traffic signs, responding correctly to hazards and should display advanced riding techniques.

SILVER

This Grade will be awarded to riders who are well above the average.  These riders will produce consistently safe and systematic rides but perhaps without the final polish, flair and smoothness of the Gold Riders. They will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the ‘System of Motorcycle Control’. Candidates must be able to ride up to the permitted speed limit where it is safe to do so but vary speed according to circumstances and conditions. It must be emphasised that silver is an extremely high grade and is a commendable achievement.

GOLD

This Grade is recognised as the highest riding award available to the Public. It will be awarded only to the polished systematic rider, who displays a complete understanding and appropriate application of the principles outlined in “Motorcycle Roadcraft”. The candidate’s performance must be consistent throughout the whole of the test and so any lapses may result in a lower grade. Awards of this grade will therefore be reserved for the very best riders.

 

  

 

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