Want to learn how to ride a motorcycle…..away from the road

[Leeboy]

Evening guys, 

I’ve never been a motorcycle fan, but lockdown has got me into watching Bennett’s and World Superbikes. Great to watch, and for a complete non rider like myself, completely terrifying, but very exciting (total opposite to F1!).

I’m in my 50’s, driven many different types of cars, but never ridden a motorcycle!

This may sound a strange question, but is their anywhere, where I can learn to ride a motorcycle, but not on a road, ie, some sort of day course at a track. I’m not looking, at this point, to buy/ride a bike on a daily basis, but would love to learn the very basics (I know nothing!). Does this sort of course exist?

Any help would be much appreciated.

Thanks,

Lee

[billy sugger]

Do a CBT.  You will learn how to handle a bike in what is basically a car park/private land situation, and only need go on the road if you feel ready to

[Guest]

I think some schools do taster sessions but You might be just as well doing a cbt. The most part is training off road, in a car park or some such. You'll be hooked anyway so just prepare now to buy a bike.

[Old-codger]

Look for an off road motorcycle centre in your area, riding dirt bikes is a great way to learn to ride and falling off dont hurt much in the soft stuff.

These centre usually have beginner sessions to get you started.

[Leeboy]

Thanks everyone. Found a course near my area, now need to book, and then let my wife know. Really appreciate the help.