Master’s in Classic Motorcycles & Two-Wheelers Engineering
Online master's programme of 1,900 hours in classic motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering. 12 modules covering the technical history of the motorcycle, two-stroke and four-stroke engines, chassis and suspension, electrics, bodywork and finishes, classic scooters, diagnosis, documentation and parts manufacture, with an assigned technical tutor.
Master’s in Classic Motorcycles & Two-Wheelers Engineering — studying from Australia
Restoration of classic vehicles and heritage machinery is a valued pursuit in Australia, supported by active car clubs, museums and a dedicated enthusiast community. Engineers and skilled restorers work on historical preservation, parts sourcing, engine rebuilding and compliance with vehicle registration requirements. The heritage and collectable vehicle market supports specialist workshops, parts suppliers and appraisal services. Employers include restoration workshops, museums, specialist importers and heritage organisations.
Fees for Australia: A$11,000 (AUD), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Australia
Typical roles
Questions from Australia
Is this training recognised by any Australian heritage or automotive restoration body?
SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited by any Australian national body or heritage authority. Recognition is decided by employers and individual clients. Heritage listings and vehicle registration are governed by state authorities, so check their requirements separately if they affect your work.
Which Australian businesses might employ restoration specialists with this training?
Classic car restoration workshops, heritage vehicle dealers, museums, and specialist parts suppliers are examples of Australian employers and clients in this area. Hiring decisions rest with each business. A strong restoration portfolio and practical experience are typically more persuasive than a private qualification.
Can I study from Australia while keeping my current work, and can it be funded?
Yes, the programmes are fully online and taught in English, so you can study from Australia without a student visa and around your existing work. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. Check the total hours and build a schedule you can sustain.
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
Know the technical history of the motorcycle.
Rebuild two-stroke and four-stroke engines.
Restore chassis, suspension and brakes.
Overhaul period electrical systems.
Restore bodywork and finishes.
Diagnose and tune classic motorcycles.
Manage the documentation and legal status of historic motorcycles.
Who it's for
- Classic motorcycle restorers.
- Historic motorcycle mechanics.
- Scooter specialists.
- Engine tuners.
- Motorcycle assessors.
- Classic motorcycle workshop managers.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into motorcycle restoration.
What you'll work with
- Real Decreto 892/2013 (Spanish regulation on historic vehicles)
- FIVA Technical Code (technical classification of historic vehicles)
- Directive 2014/45/EU (periodic roadworthiness testing)
- UN Regulation No. 41 (motorcycle noise emissions)
- UN Regulation No. 53 (installation of lighting on motorcycles)
- ISO 4925 (non-petroleum brake fluids)
- SAE J300 (engine oil viscosity classification)
- JASO T 903 (four-stroke motorcycle engine oils)
- Autodesk Fusion
- Dynojet Power Core
- Adobe Lightroom
- Microsoft Excel
12 modules · 1900 h
1.1Pioneers and the first motorcycles1.2British manufacturers of the golden age1.3The Italian and German schools1.4Spanish motorcycles: Bultaco, Montesa, Ossa, Sanglas1.5Arrival of the Japanese manufacturers1.6Evolution of engines and chassis1.7Scooters and urban mobility1.8Historic racing motorcycles1.9FIVA classification by era1.10Case study: technical data sheet for a Spanish motorcycle
2.1The two-stroke cycle and scavenging2.2Piston-port, rotary-valve and reed-valve induction2.3Premix and separate lubrication2.4Expansion chambers2.5Cylinders and chrome-plated bores2.6Pressed-up crankshafts2.7Measurement and rebuilding2.8Two-stroke carburation2.9Ignition timing2.10Workshop: rebuilding a two-stroke engine
3.1Side-valve and overhead-valve valvetrains3.2Period British singles3.3Parallel and V-twins3.4BMW boxer engines3.5Japanese multi-cylinder engines of the seventies3.6Dry-sump lubrication3.7Cylinder head rebuilding3.8Rocker adjustment3.9Wet multi-plate clutches3.10Practical exercise: valve adjustment on a twin
4.1Rigid and double-cradle frames4.2Girder and telescopic forks4.3Plunger and swinging-arm rear suspension4.4Period shock absorbers4.5Spoked wheels and truing4.6Motorcycle drum brakes4.7Steering and bearings4.8Frame alignment4.9Frame repair4.10Case study: alignment of a double-cradle frame
5.1Magnetos and their rebuilding5.2Dynamos and flywheel magnetos5.3Six-volt systems5.4Period regulators5.5Motorcycle wiring looms5.6Lighting and legality5.7Replacement electronic ignitions5.8Batteries and alternatives5.9Systematic electrical diagnosis5.10Lab: testing a magneto
6.1Fuel tanks and their restoration6.2Mudguards and fairings6.3Period paint and pinstriping6.4Chrome and nickel plating6.5Decals and badges6.6Seats and upholstery6.7Plastics of the seventies and eighties6.8Period fasteners6.9Originality criteria6.10Workshop: restoring a pinstriped tank
7.1History of Vespa and Lambretta7.2Vespa monocoque frame7.3Lambretta tubular frame7.4Scooter engines and transmission7.5Scooter panel restoration7.6Scooter electrical systems7.7Model identification7.8Reproduction parts7.9The classic scooter market7.10Practical exercise: identifying a Vespa from its frame number
8.1Pre-purchase inspection of a motorcycle8.2Compression and leak-down8.3Noise diagnosis8.4Carburation tuning8.5Synchronisation of multiple carburettors8.6Dynamometer testing8.7Road testing8.8Technical diagnosis report8.9Preventive maintenance plan8.10Case study: tuning a Japanese four-cylinder
9.1Historic registration of motorcycles9.2Roadworthiness testing of historic motorcycles9.3Import documentation9.4Club and manufacturer certificates9.5FIVA ID Card for motorcycles9.6Classic motorcycle insurance9.7Modifications and legality9.8Restoration dossier9.9Market valuation9.10Workshop: historic registration file
10.1Reverse engineering of motorcycle parts10.2Casting of crankcases and covers10.3Machining of shafts and bushes10.4Additive manufacturing of small components10.5Reproduction of gaskets10.6Spokes and rims10.7Reproduction exhausts10.8Quality control10.9Selection of specialist suppliers10.10Practical exercise: reproducing a side cover
11.1Organisation of a motorcycle workshop11.2Trade-specific tools11.3Workshop safety11.4Restoration quotations11.5Project management11.6Relations with clubs11.7Classic motorcycle trading11.8Specialist marketing for motorcyclists11.9Training in the trade11.10Case study: business plan for a motorcycle workshop
12.1Selection of a motorcycle12.2Historical and technical research12.3Initial condition diagnosis12.4Restoration plan12.5Execution of subsystems12.6Testing and tuning12.7Complete documentation of the process12.8Conclusions and future lines of work12.9Master's Thesis report12.10Master's Thesis: defence before a panel
How you'll learn
The programme 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 you can combine your studies with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is Autodesk Fusion, Dynojet Power Core, Adobe Lightroom and Microsoft Excel, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Procedures are studied on real cases of two-stroke and four-stroke engine rebuilds, dynamometer testing and frame alignment. Assessment is continuous for each module, plus the final Master's Thesis.
Standards covered: Real Decreto 892/2013, FIVA Technical Code, Directive 2014/45/EU, UN Regulation No. 41, UN Regulation No. 53, ISO 4925, SAE J300, JASO T 903.
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
- University degree in engineering, science or architecture, or equivalent demonstrable professional experience.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme 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 1,900 hours over 12–14 months. You set your own pace within each intake, and your tutor helps you plan the workload around your job.
You work with Autodesk Fusion, Dynojet Power Core, Adobe Lightroom and Microsoft Excel, using free, academic or evaluation versions. Your tutor indicates the free alternative wherever one exists.
A SEIUM Institute diploma, awarded on passing the continuous assessment and the Master's Thesis. 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 in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area are recognised in the higher programme. Ask about the recognition policy when you enrol.
A university degree in engineering, science or architecture (or equivalent demonstrable professional experience), a computer able to run the programme 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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