Skill Keeps You Upright. Roadcraft Keeps You Alive.
You already know how to ride. But with every time a car pulls out in front of you, every near-miss at an intersection, and every corner that felt just a bit too tight – you’re reminded that riding isn’t just about throttle control and balance. It’s about staying alive in a world that doesn’t operate with motorcyclists in mind.
Most crashes aren’t the result of reckless riding – they’re caused by common, preventable mistakes.
💥 Misjudging corner speed
💥 Getting caught in blind spots
💥 Braking too late or in the wrong way
💥 Target fixation
💥 And yes – the infamous “Sorry mate, I didn’t see you”.
“I didn’t see you” isn’t just a lame excuse. It’s science.
The human brain is wired to filter out what’s unfamiliar and unimportant. When drivers scan the road, they look through you, not at you. It’s called perceptual blindness – and it’s one of the biggest reasons riders end up in hospital. But there’s a way to fight back.
Advanced Roadcraft is how you Stay Seen, Stay Sharp, and Stay Upright.
“How to keep it UP-RIGHT Advanced Roadcraft” is your chance to learn the same skills professional riders use to read the road, spot risk early, and make decisions that save lives – including your own.
In this full-day, hands-on course, you’ll learn:
✅ How the brain actually sees (and why drivers don’t)
✅ Visibility tactics that make you impossible to ignore
✅ Lane positioning and filtering strategies that keep you out of harm’s way
✅ How to fix common riding errors – from cornering to braking
✅ Techniques for confident, controlled slow-speed manoeuvres
✅ What really happens in an emergency stop (and how to nail it)
✅ How to ride smoother with a pillion and safely in a group
COURSE STRUCTURE
🕘 8:30 AM arrival for 9:00 AM start. Course concludes at approximately 4:00 PM.
Morning: In-class training on advanced roadcraft theory, psychology and strategies.
Midday: Bike setup, vehicle dynamics, and practical riding techniques.
Afternoon: Road ride in small groups led by qualified SMART Rider Academy instructors and QPS Highway Patrol officers who will give you positive and personal feedback to improve your riding.
You’ll finish the day not just a better rider, but a SMARTer one.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
With funding from the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads Motorcycle Ride to Zero Grants, and support from Queensland Police Service, this course is heavily subsidised and still just $75 (instead of it’s normal price of $250).
WHO’S IT FOR?
If you hold a current open, provisional or probationary RE or R licence and want to be a safer, sharper, and more confident rider – this course is for you. Whether you’re 22 or 62, riding solo or two-up, this training could be the best investment you ever make in your life on two wheels.
WHAT TO BRING
- Registered and roadworthy motorcycle with enough fuel to ride 100km
- Hat & water bottle
- Lunch (or there are options close by)
- Happy smiley face and willingness to have some fun and learn a few things
WHAT OTHER RIDERS HAVE SAID ABOUT THE COURSE
Over 2,100 people have now participated in this course and many have told us they now feel more skilled, more relaxed on the bike and ride with greater awareness and confidence.
“Motorcycle riding is my happy place. Thanks to SMART Rider Academy I’m now even happier as well and more comfortable and confident.” Michelle
“I have been riding for over 40yrs on all sorts of bikes from sports bikes to touring motorcycles. I’ve experienced all types of conditions/situations throughout Europe and Australia. I did ask myself what more could I possibly learn. Well, let me tell you….I learnt heaps and came away reflecting on the day’s proceedings as a very positive experience.” Dave
👉 Spots are limited. Book your place now and start riding with purpose, power, and peace of mind.