This scoping study includes a literature review on motorcycle training research, a review of existing rider training courses and the identification of gaps in knowledge where further research is required. Questionnaires were sent to training organisations, followed up by interviews. The majority of organisations offered compulsory basic training (CBT), post CBT, Pre-Test and Direct Access training. The structure and content of courses, and the qualifications, age and gender of trainers are outlined. All organisations catered for a number of categories of rider, with commuters best catered for. 79% of training organisations are either sole traders or small commercial schools with up to five instructors. Substandard training activities were identified. 75% of training organisations considered that there should be a system of compulsory qualification and registration at post-test level. 66% supported 'graduated licensing' for motorcycle instructors. Wide disparities existed in recording trainee progress. Older riders and those returning to motorcycling were considered to need top-up training. Recommendations for further research are given.
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