What is Advanced riding?

Advanced motorcycling is the ability to control the position and speed of the machine safely, systematically and smoothly, using road and traffic conditions to make reasonable progress unobtrusively, with skill and responsibility. This skill requires a positive but courteous attitude and a high standard of riding competence based on concentration, effective all round observation, anticipation and planning. All this must be coordinated with good handling skills. The motorcycle will always be at the right place on the road at the right time, travelling at the right speed with the correct gear engaged and can always be stopped safely in the distance that can be seen to be clear.

Welcome to

the North West's leading group for Advanced Motorcycling. No matter what type of biker you are or what type of bike you ride,if you have  a passion to be a safer, smoother, more confident rider then our IAM RoadSmart course will help you raise your riding to a higher level, and increase your riding enjoyment.

Why Advanced Motorcycling?

To improve  upon your riding skills including. • Improved concentration. • Better anticipation of potential hazards. • Improved use of mirrors and all round observation. • Ride courteously with consideration to other road users. • Help you enjoy the journey. Completing an advanced riding course will reassure your loved ones, increase your safety, riding and driving through improved awareness and enhanced skills.

Why IAM RoadSmart with Manchester 500?

The IAM RoadSmart package contains everything you need to get your skills up to speed. An initial assessment  with an IAM observer from Manchester 500. RoadSmart guided  self-development program. On-road sessions with assessment  and coaching from a qualified advanced rider. Membership of Manchester 500 advanced motorcyclist group, with invitations to group events. Full preparation for your Advanced Riding Test.  The Advanced riding test undertaken with a qualified examiner. 12 months Membership of the IAM and Manchester 500 group. On successful completion of the course a IAM RoadSmart Advanced riding Certificate

What is the cost?

If you are new to advanced riding, your first seasons membership* of the Manchester 500 group in included in the cost of the IAM RoadSmart package (Currently £149 .  Check our facebook page for  any special offers). All of our Observers are volunteers and give their time freely so we ask you to contribute £10 towards the fuel expenses incurred by the Observer during each run. *Club annual membership is only £10.00 * Sign up now!

Still Not sure this is for you?

Why not come along for a free ride assessment?   Email us at  enquiries@mcr500.org  What do you have to lose?