Course on motorcycle auctions and sales
Online course of 300 hours in motorcycle auctions and trading, 6 modules covering the used motorcycle market, valuation and appraisal, how auctions work, the legal and tax framework of sales, and marketing and sales logistics, with an assigned technical tutor.
Course on motorcycle auctions and sales — studying from Canada
Canada's motorcycle and two-wheeler market is relatively modest compared with the car sector, but it supports a network of dealers, distributors, parts suppliers and recreational riding communities. Manufacturers and importers serve markets across provinces, with seasonal demand shaped by climate. Engineering work in this area includes vehicle homologation, component design and electric two-wheeler development. Regulation of vehicle safety and emissions involves federal and provincial authorities.
Fees for Canada: C$1,160 (Canadian dollar), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Canada
Typical roles
Questions from Canada
Is this programme recognised by professional bodies in Canada for motorcycle engineering?
SEIUM's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body in Canada. Vehicle engineering roles in Canada are generally not licensed by a single title-protected body, but employers and industry associations set their own expectations. Transport Canada regulates vehicle safety standards, which is separate from any qualification. Check recognition with prospective employers directly.
What career paths in Canada could this qualification support in the 2-wheeler sector?
Potential roles include design, testing, product development and technical support with motorcycle and powersports manufacturers, distributors and component suppliers. Whether a private qualification is valued is for each employer to decide, and experience often matters most in this sector. The final project can provide a concrete portfolio piece, though it does not guarantee any position.
How can I manage this programme alongside work in Canada?
The programme is entirely online and in English, so it suits students across Canadian time zones, and no student visa is needed to study from home. Workload ranges from 300 to 1,900 hours depending on the programme chosen. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship is possible. An assigned technical tutor provides guidance throughout.
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
Analyse the used and collector motorcycle market with real data.
Appraise and value motorcycles using documented comparative methods.
Explain how vehicle auctions work and the different types.
Apply the legal and tax framework for motorcycle sales.
Manage imports, ownership transfers and individual type approvals.
Design the marketing and logistics for a batch of motorcycles.
Plan a complete trading or auction operation.
Who it's for
- Motorcycle valuers.
- Vehicle auction specialists.
- Used motorcycle trading managers.
- Motorcycle insurance appraisers.
- Collector vehicle sales professionals.
- Classic motorcycle investment advisers.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to work at auction houses.
What you'll work with
- Ley 7/1996 (Spanish Retail Trade Act)
- Real Decreto Legislativo 1/2007 (Spanish General Consumer and User Protection Act)
- Ley 37/1992 (Spanish VAT Act)
- Real Decreto Legislativo 1/1993 (Spanish Transfer Tax and Stamp Duty Act)
- Ley 10/2010 (Spanish Prevention of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Act)
- Real Decreto 2822/1998 (Spanish General Vehicle Regulation)
- Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation)
- Hagerty Valuation Tools
- Catawiki
- Invaluable
- Microsoft Excel
- HubSpot CRM
6 modules
1.1Segments: classics, sports bikes, trail bikes and scooters1.2Price cycles and seasonal demand1.3Price sources: guides, listings and auction results1.4International auction houses specialising in motorcycles1.5Online platforms for private sales1.6Profile of the collector and investor buyer1.7Depreciation due to mileage, condition and modifications1.8Motorcycles with racing or celebrity history1.9Signs of overvaluation and market risk1.10Case study: price evolution of the Ducati 916
2.1Visual inspection and road test2.2Checking frame and engine numbers2.3Maintenance history and DGT vehicle report2.4Detecting accident-damaged or encumbered motorcycles2.5Originality versus reversible modifications2.6Valuation methods based on comparables2.7Manufacturer certificates of authenticity2.8Structure and drafting of the expert report2.9Liability of the appraiser and professional indemnity insurance2.10Practical: reasoned valuation of a collector's motorcycle
3.1English, Dutch and sealed-bid auctions3.2Reserve price, starting price and estimates3.3Buyer's premium and seller's commission3.4Catalogue, lot descriptions and photography3.5Telephone, written and online bids3.6Court and government auctions3.7General conditions of sale and guarantees3.8Bidding strategies and the psychology of the sale3.9Fraudulent practices: fictitious bids and collusion3.10Workshop: preparing an auction catalogue
4.1Private sale contract4.2Legal guarantee on sales by professionals4.3Change of ownership with the DGT4.4Transfer tax and the tax authority's valuation tables4.5Special VAT scheme for second-hand goods4.6Anti-money laundering rules on cash payments4.7Import and export outside the EU4.8Individual type approval of imported motorcycles4.9Data protection for buyers and bidders4.10Case study: importing a motorcycle from the United States
5.1Product photography and video for listings5.2Writing listings and specification sheets5.3Negotiating and closing deals5.4Secure payment methods and escrow5.5Transport, packaging and insurance of the motorcycle5.6Stock management at a professional dealer5.7Reconditioning before sale5.8After-sales and complaint handling5.9Turnover, margin and days in stock5.10Practical: sales plan for a batch of motorcycles
6.1Defining the lot or commercial operation6.2Study of comparables and the market6.3Reasoned valuation of each unit6.4Choosing between auction and direct sale6.5Legal and tax documentation of the operation6.6Promotion and marketing plan for the lot6.7Forecast of margins and risks6.8Simulation of the negotiation or auction6.9Report and presentation6.10Final project: final review with the tutor
How you'll learn
100% online training 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 programme fits around your job.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original legislation and applied exercises. The working software is Hagerty Valuation Tools, Catawiki, Invaluable, Microsoft Excel and HubSpot CRM, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Real procedures are studied: organising a classic motorcycle auction, expert valuation of a motorcycle before sale, and importing and registering a foreign motorcycle. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: Ley 7/1996, Real Decreto Legislativo 1/2007, Ley 37/1992, Real Decreto Legislativo 1/1993, Ley 10/2010, Real Decreto 2822/1998, Regulation (EU) 2016/679.
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 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 Hagerty Valuation Tools, Catawiki, Invaluable, Microsoft Excel and HubSpot CRM, 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 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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