DVSA Enhanced Rider Scheme
A voluntary assessment and training scheme for full motorcycle licence holders who want feedback and a structured skills refresh.
Official GOV.UK guidance for the DVSA Enhanced Rider Scheme.
GOV.UK ERS guidanceResources
Associations
UK organisations, schemes, and public resources that riders can use for skills refreshers, training, and practical safety context.
Before the list
Use these links as practical starting points
This page gathers UK schemes and organisations that can help riders find training, refreshers, road-safety advice, and reliable next steps. It is not a directory of every local provider.
Course names, availability, eligibility, and local delivery can change, so check the linked source before booking or relying on details.
Useful UK links
Training and safety organisations
These links are a starting point for riders who want training, assessment, road-safety advice, or a more structured skills refresh.
THINK! Motorcyclists
Government road-safety advice for motorcyclists, including practical reminders around protection, visibility, and riding decisions.
Public road-safety advice from the UK government's THINK! campaign.
THINK! advice
BikeSafe
A national police-led motorcycle initiative that offers observed rides and safety input from police motorcyclists.
Availability and local course details vary, so riders should check the current BikeSafe site.
BikeSafe UK
IAM RoadSmart
A road-safety charity offering advanced rider training, observed rides, and skills development for motorcyclists.
Course names, local groups, and availability should be checked directly before booking.
IAM RoadSmart bike courses
RoSPA
A safety charity with motorcycle training and advanced riding resources focused on reducing road risk.
RoSPA resources can help riders who want a structured advanced-riding route.
RoSPA motorcycle safety
National Highways BikerTek
A skills hub from National Highways with video-led reminders and prompts for motorcyclists.
Useful as a light-touch refresher alongside formal training or observed riding.
National Highways BikerTekMental Health
Riding can be a lifeline for many of us, but sometimes we all need a little extra support. This section brings together organisations dedicated to mental health and wellbeing — whether you're going through a tough time yourself or want to support someone who is. There's no weakness in reaching out.
Mental Health Motorbike
Mental Health Motorbike is a volunteer-led organisation that provides emotional support and practical assistance to those in crisis, often reaching people who feel they have nowhere else to turn. Their riders offer a caring, non-judgmental presence — sometimes simply showing up is enough.