Rider Refinement, which is led by Police Scotland motorcyclists and an observer from IAM RoadSmart, will look at key risk factors and provide riders with the knowledge and skills to be safer.
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The course involves demonstration rides, observed rides with feedback from officers, vehicle examination checks of riders’ bikes, and safety checks that should be carried out before any journey.
Previous courses received positive feedback from riders who changed their riding style and improved their skills as a result of attending Rider Refinement.
The course itself is a full day and costs £65, which includes lunch and all of the inputs.
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Spaces are very limited and historically have sold very quickly.
The dates the course will be running in Renfrewshire are: April 6, April 23, May 11, June 11, June 15, July 17, August 13, August 20, September 27, and October 4.
All of these sessions will be based out of Linwood.
Superintendent Andrew Barclay, deputy head of road policing, said: “Rider Refinement is the only course of its kind being offered in Scotland and I hope that it will continue to attract riders who recognise this course as a gateway to more advanced motorcycling.
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“A significant number of fatal collisions in Scotland involve motorcyclists.
“The police motorcyclists and IAM observers leading the courses will promote safe riding messages and encourage riders to think about their riding style and riding behaviour.
“We want participants to take advantage of the expert tuition and advice we will be providing.”
Stewart Mackie, IAM RoadSmart road safety manager, said: “Over the past few years, motorcycle casualties have remained consistently high.
“That’s why we’re working with Police Scotland to deliver a course which helps riders consider the risks and enhance their skills when out on the bike, ultimately keeping them safe on the roads.”
To book a course or to find out more, visit the IAM RoadSmart website.
