Licensing Steps

Obtaining your learner permit is the compulsory first step in getting your motorcycle licence in Victoria.

HART provides the Learner Permit course which has been specifically developed to provide critical riding skills for all levels of experience. This 2-day course teaches you the fundamentals of motorcycle control and introduces riders to safe on-road riding behaviour while promoting a positive rider safety attitude. HART provides all motorcycles, helmets, gloves and jackets for the duration of the course.

The Learner Permit course has a strict pass/fail criteria set by VicRoads. HART is accredited to provide Motorcycle Learner Permit training and assessment services on behalf of VicRoads. You will complete a multiple-choice theory assessment, and two practical riding assessments.

If you have met all eligibility criteria and passed all assessments, HART will issue you a learner permit on behalf of VicRoads, which is valid for 15 months.

In preparation for your Learner Permit, please refer to the Victorian Rider Handbook

The Check Ride course builds on the Learner Permit course. It is a compulsory step in the licence process, assists riders in being safe on-road and prepares them for the Licence assessment. The course can be completed any time after being issued your Learner Permit but must be completed at least 1 month before attempting the Licence assessment. It is recommended the Check Ride be completed no later than 13 months after being issued a Learner Permit.

The Check Ride is conducted both on the training range and on the road. During the course, you will continue to develop your bike control and roadcraft skills. You will receive coaching and feedback on what you are doing well and areas for improvement. After successfully completing the course, you will be given a Check Ride record sheet listing areas to work on before attempting the Licence assessment. Bring this record sheet to your Licence assessment.

HART provides all motorcycles, helmets, gloves and jackets for the duration of the course if required.

You will need to complete the Road Knowledge Test (KT1) and Hazard perception Test (HPT) at Vicroads before undertaking your Motorcycle Licence.

Yes! Some countries are nationally recognised, and some require additional assessment before being converted. Please follow see our Licence Conversion page to see whether you qualify.

It is essential, and the participants responsibility, to ensure that you are eligible for your NSW Motorcycle Licence before booking your training course with HART. Are you eligible?

• You must be 16 years & 6 months old to attend the Pre-Learner course, a current driver licence is not required
• Have a Transport for NSW (TfNSW) Customer Number or NSW Driver’s Licence Number, if you don’t, please call 13 22 13 to obtain one
• Must not have a licence that is currently suspended or ineligible, please call 13 22 13 if you need to double check
• Have no outstanding fines with the State Debt Recovery Office
• You must have an NSW residential address

Book the Pre-Learner Course here

• The course is held over a 2-day duration for 3.5 hours each day
• The cost is $96 and includes motorcycle, helmet and gloves
• Ensure you arrive 20 minutes early
• You must have all your skin covered. Long sleeve shirt, long pants (no ripped jeans) and closed in shoes are required

Booking the Rider Knowledge Test

• Book the Rider Knowledge Test with Service NSW here within three months of completing your HART Pre-Learner Course
• Pass the Rider Knowledge Test to receive your Motorcycle Learner Licence which must be held for a minimum of 3 months and maximum of 12 month

The Pre-Learner course is designed for novice riders. A good sense of balance and some coordination is all that’s needed. If you lack balance, perhaps practise on a bicycle that would be a great start.

Our courses run regardless of conditions.

You should come prepared with all of your skin covered including long sleeves, long pants (no ripped jeans) and sturdy footwear. We supply helmet and gloves, however, if you would like to bring your own, please do. If you bring your own open faced helmet, we require some form of eye protection in the way of sunglasses or prescription glasses.