Motorcycle tourism course: logistics and routes
Online course of 300 hours in motorcycle touring logistics and routes, 6 modules covering motorcycle touring route design, trip logistics, rider safety and equipment, international documentation and regulations, and the motorcycle touring business, with an assigned technical tutor.
Motorcycle tourism course: logistics and routes — studying from Ireland
Ireland's two-wheeler sector is mainly represented by retail, servicing, touring and motorsport activity rather than large-scale manufacturing. Motorcycle dealerships, specialist workshops and events such as the North West 200 and the Irish road racing scene sustain a strong engineering and technical community. Engineers and technicians in this area work on vehicle dynamics, electrical systems, testing and performance tuning. Road vehicle type-approval and safety requirements are overseen by national transport and road safety authorities.
Fees for Ireland: €743 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Ireland
Typical roles
Questions from Ireland
Is there a recognised professional body in Ireland for this area that this qualification is linked to?
Motorcycle engineering in Ireland has no single regulated professional title. Engineers commonly join Engineers Ireland, and motorsport or automotive professionals may participate in relevant industry associations. SEIUM's qualifications are private and not accredited by any national body, so they do not grant membership or licences. Check the requirements of any body you intend to join.
Would Irish employers in motorcycle and 2-wheeler sectors recognise this training?
Employers in Ireland, including dealerships, component suppliers and specialist workshops, decide for themselves how to value private online qualifications. Practical experience and demonstrable project work are often weighted heavily. The final project may help show your capability, but there is no guarantee of recognition or employment outcome.
How flexible is the programme for someone already working or running a business?
The programme is 100% online and taught in English, so it can be fitted around work from anywhere in Ireland. Specialist courses take 300 hours, postgraduate diplomas 800 hours and master's programmes 1,900 hours. Fees can be paid in instalments, employer sponsorship is possible, and you receive an assigned technical tutor for guidance.
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
Design motorcycle routes taking into account road layout, weather and riders' level.
Use GPS navigation tools and digital mapping to plan stages.
Organise luggage, support and transport logistics for a motorcycle trip.
Apply safety measures, certified equipment and emergency protocols.
Manage the documentation required for international routes.
Build a profitable, marketable motorcycle touring product.
Develop a complete motorcycle touring route project.
Who it's for
- Motorcycle tour organisers.
- Motorcycle touring guides.
- Motorcycle touring route designers.
- Motorcycle rental managers.
- Logistics coordinators for motorcycle events.
- Adventure tourism agents.
- Engineering or science graduates looking to move into adventure tourism.
What you'll work with
- Directive (EU) 2015/2302 (package travel)
- Real Decreto Legislativo 1/2007 (Spanish General Consumer and User Protection Act, Book Four)
- UNECE Regulation No. 22 (06 series) (protective helmets)
- Real Decreto 1428/2003 (Spanish General Traffic Regulations)
- UNE-EN 17092 (protective garments for motorcyclists)
- UNE-EN 13634 (protective footwear for motorcyclists)
- UNE-EN 13594 (protective gloves for motorcyclists)
- Real Decreto Legislativo 8/2004 (Spanish motor vehicle civil liability and insurance)
- Calimoto
- Kurviger
- Garmin BaseCamp
- Google My Maps
- REVER
6 modules
1.1Types: road, trail and adventure routes1.2Selecting roads by layout and surface1.3Stages: distances, times and rest stops1.4Scenic and cultural points of interest1.5Reading topographic and road maps1.6GPS navigation: tracks, routes and waypoints1.7Mountain passes and authorised tracks1.8Seasonality, weather and altitude1.9Adapting to the riders' level1.10Workshop: five-stage route through the Pyrenees
2.1Pre-trip mechanical check2.2Luggage: hard cases, soft bags and holdalls2.3Load distribution and its effect on stability2.4Tyres according to terrain and mileage2.5Refuelling and range in remote areas2.6Tools and emergency roadside repairs2.7Support vehicle and luggage transport2.8Ferries, motorail trains and sea transport2.9Biker-friendly accommodation and secure parking2.10Practical: logistics checklist for a cross-border trip
3.1Type-approved helmet and validity of certification3.2Certified protective clothing, boots and gloves3.3Rider airbags: types and deployment3.4Group riding: formations and signals3.5Fatigue, hydration and heat stress3.6Riding in rain, wind and on gravel3.7First aid and the PAS protocol (Protect, Alert, Help)3.8Intercoms and group communication3.9Evacuation and emergency plans on the road3.10Case study: managing an accident on a guided tour
4.1Driving licence and international driving permit4.2Insurance, green card and travel assistance4.3Border crossings and carnet de passages4.4Differences in traffic rules between countries4.5Low-emission zones and urban restrictions4.6Tolls, vignettes and motorway riding4.7Liability of the tour organiser4.8Package travel: obligations and guarantees4.9Participants' personal data4.10Case study: documentation for a route through Morocco
5.1Designing packages and product sheets5.2Cost breakdown and pricing5.3Motorcycle rental and tour fleets5.4Roles of the guide and the road captain5.5Digital marketing and biker communities5.6Partnerships with accommodation and dealers5.7Responsible tourism in natural areas5.8Customer reviews and loyalty5.9Electric motorcycle routes and charging points5.10Workshop: cost breakdown of a one-week guided tour
6.1Target audience and experience proposal6.2Complete route mapping6.3Logistics and roadside assistance plan6.4Risk analysis and safety plan6.5Legal requirements of the activity6.6Budget and selling price6.7Marketing plan for the route6.8Participant satisfaction indicators6.9Report 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 regulations and applied exercises. The working software is Calimoto, Kurviger, Garmin BaseCamp, Google My Maps and REVER, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Real procedures are studied: designing a guided motorcycle tour through the Pyrenees, organising the logistics of a cross-border route and drawing up a safety plan for a group of riders. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: Directive (EU) 2015/2302, Real Decreto Legislativo 1/2007, UNECE Regulation No. 22 (06 series), Real Decreto 1428/2003, UNE-EN 17092, UNE-EN 13634, UNE-EN 13594, Real Decreto Legislativo 8/2004.
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 Calimoto, Kurviger, Garmin BaseCamp, Google My Maps and REVER, 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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