Dual-sport tire course: asphalt and dirt
Online course of 300 hours in dual-sport tyres for tarmac and dirt. 6 modules covering adventure tyre anatomy, tread and traction, pressures and mixed loads, wear, damage and repair, and tyre selection by motorcycle and route, with an assigned technical tutor.
Dual-sport tire course: asphalt and dirt — 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$1,020 (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
Interpret the construction and markings of adventure tyres.
Relate tread pattern to traction on each type of surface.
Adjust pressures according to load, terrain and temperature.
Diagnose wear patterns and damage in mixed use.
Carry out emergency repairs on tubed and tubeless tyres.
Select the right tyres for the motorcycle and the route.
Produce a technical tyre plan for a mixed-surface trip.
Who it's for
- Motorcycle tyre technicians.
- Workshop advisers specialising in adventure bikes.
- Motorcycle tour guides who plan mixed-surface routes.
- Off-road riding instructors.
- Tyre product managers.
- Motorcycle travel organisers.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to enter motorcycle workshops.
What you'll work with
- UN/ECE Regulation No 75 (motorcycle tyres)
- ETRTO Standards Manual (European tyre and rim technical standards)
- ISO 4249 (motorcycle tyres and rims: code-designated series)
- ISO 5751 (motorcycle tyres and rims: metric series)
- FMVSS 119 (tyres for vehicles other than passenger cars)
- FIM Enduro regulations (rules for enduro competition)
- AiM Race Studio 3
- Calimoto
- Kurviger
- Excel
6 modules
1.1Bias-ply versus radial carcass in adventure riding1.2Plies, belts and bead in mixed use1.3Rubber compounds for dual use1.4Sidewall markings: size, load and speed1.5Classification by tarmac/dirt percentage1.6Tubed versus tubeless tyres1.7Spoked and alloy rims1.8M+S marking and winter use1.9Evolution of adventure tyre ranges1.10Workshop: reading the sidewalls of five adventure models
2.1Void-to-rubber ratio and self-cleaning2.2Knob geometry and centre blocks2.3Knob stiffness and lateral deformation2.4Traction on hard-packed and loose dirt2.5Behaviour on gravel and forest tracks2.6Rolling noise and vibration on tarmac2.7Water evacuation on wet roads2.8Directional designs and rotation2.9Functional differences between front and rear2.10Practical exercise: comparing contact patches on paper
3.1Manufacturer road pressures3.2Lowering pressure for tracks3.3Risk of pinch flats and rim damage3.4Influence of luggage and passenger3.5Portable compressors and travel gauges3.6Mousse and bib mousse off-road3.7TPMS on adventure bikes3.8Operating temperature by terrain3.9Pressure tables by surface type3.10Case study: pressure plan for a mixed route
4.1Wear patterns in mixed use4.2Knob stepping caused by tarmac4.3Cuts, punctures and sidewall damage4.4Plug repair kits4.5Repairing inner tubes on the road4.6Field tyre removal with tyre levers4.7TWI wear indicators4.8Ageing and DOT manufacturing date4.9Criteria for early replacement4.10Lab: tubeless repair with a plug kit
5.1Tyres for light adventure bikes and maxi-trail bikes5.2Motorcycle weight and load capacity5.3Long-distance routes and mileage5.4Rallies and sand tracks5.5Climate, ambient temperature and rain5.6Compatibility with ABS and traction control5.7Combining front and rear models5.8Cost per kilometre and durability5.9Comparative tests by the specialist press5.10Case study: tyres for a tour around the Iberian Peninsula
6.1Defining the motorcycle and its real use6.2Analysing the terrain along the route6.3Justified choice of models6.4Pressure plan per stage6.5Daily inspection protocol6.6Repair kit and tools6.7Estimating wear and cost6.8Risk analysis and mitigation6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable materials, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. There are no fixed timetables: you progress at your own pace within each intake, so the programme fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is AiM Race Studio 3, Calimoto, Kurviger and Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Practical work is based on real mixed routes over tarmac and forest tracks, field puncture repairs and comparisons of contact patches and pressures by terrain. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: UN/ECE Regulation No 75, ETRTO Standards Manual, ISO 4249, ISO 5751, FMVSS 119, FIM Enduro regulations.
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 capable of running 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 AiM Race Studio 3, Calimoto, Kurviger and Excel, 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 an internet connection, a computer capable of running the programme's 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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