Scooter preparation course for amateur competition
Online course of 300 hours in preparing scooters for amateur racing. 6 modules covering amateur scooter racing, CVT transmission and clutch, engine and fuel system, chassis, brakes and tyres, and riding and race management, with an assigned technical tutor.
Scooter preparation course for amateur competition — studying from the United States
Motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering in the United States centers on established manufacturers and a strong aftermarket. Major brands such as Harley-Davidson, along with Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki and Indian Motorcycle, maintain design and development operations in the country. The industry also includes electric two-wheeler startups and component suppliers. Engineers work on chassis, powertrain, electronics and rider safety, under federal motor vehicle and emissions regulations.
Fees for the United States: US$720 (US Dollars), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in the United States
Typical roles
Questions from the United States
What US professional recognition exists for motorcycle and two-wheeler engineering?
There is no single licensed title for motorcycle engineers in the US. Relevant organizations include SAE International, which publishes vehicle standards, and the Motorcycle Industry Council for industry context. Vehicle safety is regulated by NHTSA and the EPA for emissions. SEIUM qualifications are private and not accredited, so recognition depends on the employer.
What career paths exist for two-wheeler engineers in the United States?
Opportunities exist with motorcycle manufacturers, component suppliers, powertrain and electric two-wheeler startups, and testing or homologation service providers. Roles include design engineer, test engineer, and performance development specialist. Demand and hiring vary by company and market, so research current openings and speak with employers in your target segment.
Can I study this while keeping a job in the US?
Yes, the programmes are 100% online and taught in English, so you study from home and need no student visa. Plan for the stated workload of 300 to 1,900 hours depending on the programme. Fees are payable in instalments, and employer sponsorship may be possible, so discuss support with your employer before you commit.
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 regulations of scooter racing.
Tune the CVT transmission and centrifugal clutch.
Prepare the engine and fuel system within the regulations.
Adapt the chassis, brakes and tyres for racing.
Apply riding and race-management techniques.
Budget an amateur racing season.
Carry out a scooter preparation project.
Who it's for
- Scooter mechanics who want to move into race preparation.
- Racing motorcycle tuners adding scooters to their work.
- Amateur riders who prepare their own machines.
- Organisers of one-make cups.
- Dynamometer technicians.
- Scooter workshop managers.
- Engineering or science graduates aiming to work in motorcycle workshops.
What you'll work with
- Royal Spanish Motorcycling Federation (RFME) road-racing regulations (sporting and technical rules for national road racing)
- Regulation (EU) No 168/2013 (type approval of L-category vehicles)
- UN/ECE Regulation No 22.06 (protective helmets)
- UNE-EN 17092 (protective garments for motorcyclists)
- UNE-EN 1621-2 (back protectors for motorcyclists)
- AiM Race Studio 3
- MyLaps Speedhive
- Excel
- Dynojet Power Core
6 modules
1.1One-make cups and trophies1.2Categories by engine capacity1.3Federation licences1.4Technical regulations for scooters1.5Karting and street circuits1.6Mandatory equipment1.7Participation costs1.8Organising a race day1.9Safety and medical assistance1.10Workshop: analysis of a cup's regulations
2.1How the variator works2.2Rollers and weights2.3Contra spring (torque spring)2.4Belt and how to choose it2.5Centrifugal clutch and springs2.6Clutch bell2.7Adjusting the rev curve2.8Final drive ratio2.9Wear and maintenance2.10Lab: changing rollers and acceleration test
3.1Two-stroke and four-stroke engines3.2Carburation and jet sizes3.3Fuel injection and remapping3.4Racing exhaust3.5Intake and air filter3.6Cooling and temperature3.7Regulatory engine limitations3.8Dynamometer for scooters3.9Reliability versus power3.10Practical exercise: carburation by spark-plug reading and dyno readout
4.1Adjustable shock absorbers4.2Fork and stiffening4.3Small rims and racing tyres4.4Disc brakes and brake hoses4.5Weight reduction4.6Lowering and ground clearance4.7Impact protection4.8Riding position4.9Setup according to the circuit4.10Workshop: chassis setup on a karting track
5.1Scooter riding technique5.2Racing lines on a karting circuit5.3Slipstreaming and overtaking5.4Starts with a CVT5.5Tyre management5.6Reading lap times5.7Maintenance between heats5.8Technical scrutineering5.9Budget for a season5.10Case study: preparing for a 2-hour race
6.1Choice of scooter and category6.2Analysis of the regulations6.3Modification plan6.4Budget and suppliers6.5Assembly and setup6.6Track testing6.7Analysis of results6.8Technical 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 AiM Race Studio 3, MyLaps Speedhive, Excel and Dynojet Power Core, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Exercises are based on real procedures for variator and clutch setup, testing on karting circuits and reading dynamometer results. Assessment is continuous by module, plus the final project.
Standards covered: Royal Spanish Motorcycling Federation (RFME) road-racing regulations; Regulation (EU) No 168/2013; UN/ECE Regulation No 22.06; UNE-EN 17092; UNE-EN 1621-2.
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 AiM Race Studio 3, MyLaps Speedhive, Excel, Dynojet Power Core, 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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