Classic motorcycle racing course
Online course of 300 hours in classic motorcycle racing. 6 modules covering classic racing categories, period mechanics, restoration for racing, regulations and safety, and riding and setup, with an assigned technical tutor.
Classic motorcycle racing course — studying from Australia
Motorcycles and two-wheeled vehicles are a significant part of Australian transport and recreation, with strong demand for motorcycles, scooters and e-bikes in urban and regional areas. Engineers working in this field contribute to chassis and powertrain design, rider safety systems and emissions compliance. National vehicle standards and rider safety initiatives shape product development and testing. Employers include motorcycle importers and distributors, component suppliers, accessory makers and e-mobility start-ups.
Fees for Australia: A$868 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Will a SEIUM qualification be recognised for motorcycle engineering roles in Australia?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any Australian national body. Recognition for engineering or vehicle compliance roles is decided by individual employers and relevant bodies. Vehicle safety and compliance in Australia are governed by national design rules, which apply regardless of your qualification, so check requirements with the employer.
Which Australian employers work in motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering?
Motorcycle and scooter importers, distributors, component suppliers, dealer service networks and performance workshops are examples of Australian employers in this field. Whether they value a private qualification depends on their policies. Practical experience and a strong final project portfolio are typically persuasive in this industry.
Is the course suitable for someone working full time in Australia?
The programmes are delivered 100% online in English with an assigned technical tutor, so you can study from home at times that suit you. Fees are payable in instalments, and employers may sponsor you. Check the hours required for your chosen programme and make sure your schedule allows steady progress.
Take the controls.
Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Understand the categories and philosophy of classic racing.
Understand the mechanics of period engines and chassis.
Plan a restoration geared towards racing.
Apply technical regulations and authenticity criteria.
Set up and ride classic motorcycles safely.
Manage costs and the supply of parts.
Carry out a classic racing motorcycle project.
Who it's for
- Classic motorcycle restorers preparing machines for the track.
- Classic racing mechanics.
- Classic racers who want to understand and prepare their own motorcycles.
- Technical scrutineers at classic events.
- Organisers of classic motorcycle events.
- Advisers to collectors.
- Engineering or science graduates aiming to work in vehicle restoration.
What you'll work with
- FIVA Technical Code (classification and authenticity of historic vehicles)
- Royal Decree 892/2013 (Spanish Historic Vehicles Regulation)
- Royal Spanish Motorcycling Federation (RFME) road-racing regulations (sporting and technical rules for national road racing)
- FIM Standards for Road Racing Circuits (circuit safety and homologation)
- UN/ECE Regulation No 22.06 (protective helmets)
- Excel
- AiM Race Studio 3
- SolidWorks
- Fusion 360
6 modules
1.1History of classic road racing1.2Categories by era and engine capacity1.3Classic championships and trophies1.4Regularity versus speed events1.5Production motorcycles and replicas1.6Licences and insurance1.7The philosophy of authenticity1.8Calendars and events1.9Parts market and clubs1.10Workshop: eligibility sheet for a motorcycle
2.1Classic two-stroke engines2.2Pushrod four-stroke engines2.3Period carburation2.4Contact-breaker and electronic ignition2.5Clutches and gearboxes2.6Drum brakes2.7Classic frames and suspension2.8Period materials and tolerances2.9Imperial tools and measurements2.10Lab: setting contact breakers and ignition advance
3.1Documentation and history of the motorcycle3.2Dismantling and diagnosis3.3Restoring versus replacing3.4Remanufacturing parts3.5Permitted safety upgrades3.6Classic-profile tyres3.7Wiring and reliability3.8Paint and finish3.9Bench tests and running-in3.10Case study: restoration plan for a 1970s 250
4.1Technical regulations for classics4.2Passports and technical sheets4.3Pre-event scrutineering4.4Modern rider equipment4.5Circuits and safety measures4.6Fluids, catch tanks and lockwiring4.7Regularity events and how they are controlled4.8Insurance and liability4.9The ethics of replicas4.10Practical exercise: simulated technical scrutineering
5.1Riding technique on period motorcycles5.2Braking with drum brakes5.3Narrow tyres and grip5.4Setting up classic suspension5.5Gear ratios and final drive5.6Carburation for each circuit5.7Maintenance in the paddock5.8Dealing with typical failures5.9Costs of a season5.10Case study: preparing for a regularity event
6.1Choice of motorcycle and category6.2Historical research6.3Technical diagnosis6.4Restoration and upgrade plan6.5Regulatory compliance6.6Track setup6.7Budget and parts sources6.8Technical report6.9Written report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
Training is 100% online on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so the course is compatible with your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original regulations and applied exercises. The working software is Excel, AiM Race Studio 3, SolidWorks and Fusion 360, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Exercises are based on real procedures for restoring and setting up classic motorcycles, eligibility scrutineering and regularity events on circuit. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: FIVA Technical Code; Royal Decree 892/2013; Royal Spanish Motorcycling Federation (RFME) road-racing regulations; FIM Standards for Road Racing Circuits; UN/ECE Regulation No 22.06.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification is required.
- An internet connection and a computer able to run the programme's software.
- English sufficient to read technical standards.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme totals 300 hours over 3 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Excel, AiM Race Studio 3, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute certificate, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the final project. It is SEIUM's own qualification, not an official state degree; its recognition depends on the programme completed and the regulations of each country.
Yes. Modules passed are recognised in a higher programme in the same area (postgraduate diploma or master's). Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
No prior qualification is required; you need a computer able to run the software and English sufficient to read technical standards.
Start dates are set by SEIUM's faculty for each intake. Our admissions team will confirm the next available date when you apply.
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