So you live, breathe, and dream motorcycles. You thought about getting a motorcycle instructor job in the UK, helping others get their two-wheeled licence. But it’s not for you. Maybe you want more adventure. Or more flexibility. Or maybe it’s blue horizons and adventure that’s calling. Whatever the reason, there are other options.

Here you’ll find other motorcycle instructor jobs across the UK that will get your motor running. We’ve done the research so you don’t have to. Read on to find out the different roles, responsibilities and pay grades you could access if you choose to make motorcycling your career as well as your pastime.

Motorcycle instructor jobs across the UK

If you tap ‘motorcycle instructor jobs UK’ into Google, you’ll get lots of information about teaching newbies to ride. And that’s perfectly fine. It is, after all, what we do every day! (And we do it very well.)

But, motorcycle licence training isn’t where the chances of turning motorcycling into a healthy career begin and end. There’s plenty of other motorcycle training careers you can go after. Dirt bike coaching, company fleet trainers, and advanced motorcycle trainers are just a few of the other motorbike instructor jobs that may fit your career aspirations better.

Because we love what we do, we’ve made it easier for you to find a motorcycle instructor jobs in the UK that work for you.

Advanced riding instructors

Instead of teaching new riders the basics, why not help seasoned riders up their game? You’ll need to master cornering, braking, riding at pace, and hazard avoidance. This type of motorcycle instructor job is usually out on the open road. You need great communication and observation skills, a strong focus on safety, and an ability to accurately assess other riders’ abilities. It’s handy to have a firm grasp of the physics of better riding too.

How to become an advanced riding instructor…

• Advance motorcycle riding instructor qualifications: A full motorcycle licence is your first step to this motorcycle training job. Having a few years of riding experience under your belt is also necessary. Passing the Institute of Advanced Motorists’ (IAM) Advanced Rider Test shows you know your stuff. And you’ll also need to pass the two-day DVSA assessment for becoming a certified CBT motorbike instructor and a further half day course for DAS instructors.
• Expected advanced motorcycle instructor salary range: As with most professions, your expected earnings will increase with your experience and qualifications. Advanced rider salaries start at around £27,000 p/a. 
• Advanced motorcycle training job prospects: Once you have the qualifications you need, job prospects are fairly good. You could work full or part time with an Approved Training Body like us, or look for opportunities with IAM RoadSmart as an observer or even work with organisations like Blood Bikes. Hours can vary and you may need to work on weekends.

Motorcycle instructors jobs with UK commercial fleets

Motorcycle fleet trainers work for large companies using motorcycle fleets. Think city courier companies, security services, and emergency medical services with teams of riders delivering a service or product. This motorcycle instructor job is all about keeping company riders’ skills sharp and safety knowledge and practices in line with government regulations and company policies. You’ll need to have strong motorcycle skills as well as training know-how.

How to become a motorcycle fleet trainer…

• Motorcycle fleet training qualifications and experience: A full motorcycle licence is essential. You’ll stand out from other applicants if you can also show you’ve passed an advanced rider course and hold a training qualification like the Level 3 Award in Education and Training. Passing the DVSA’s fleet trainer course is also a likely requirement. Mechanical know-how for motorcycles will also be relevant and good to have.
• Expected fleet training salary range: Commercial fleet trainer salaries range from around £30,000 to £46,000 for full time roles. Of course, salaries are dependent on your experience and the location.
• Motorcycle fleet trainer job prospects: Job prospects for fleet trainers are fairly good, although a little more limited when narrowed down to motorcycle fleets. You’re most likely to find work with courier businesses and other delivery companies working in urban areas.

Motorcycle instructor jobs off-road

Dirt bike coaches work with new and experienced riders. In this role, you’ll teach the basics as well as helping experienced riders hone their skills on a track and off-road trails. The most likely path towards a career as a dirt bike instructor or coach is through dirt biking clubs like the AMCA. Of course, you’ll need to be keen on two-wheeled off-roading and know how to keep your cool on loose surfaces.

How to become a dirt bike coach…

• Dirt bike coach qualifications and experience: Whether or not you need a full motorcycle licence depends on the club you’ll work with. You’ll stand out from other applicants if you have one and it makes insurance less of a nightmare. At least three years of off-road or dirt bike racing experience is a pretty standard requirement. A motorcycle licence shows you have a solid foundation in motorcycling skills and certification from an off-road coaching program shows you know your stuff inside out.
• Expected dirt bike coach salary range: How much you earn as a dirt bike coach depends on lots of factors. Your experience, location, whether you work with groups or individuals, or as freelance or an employee, all influence your earning ability. Dirt bike coaches can earn anywhere from £200 to £1,500 per day.
• Dirt bike coach job prospects: Dirt bike coaching is fairly niche, so job prospects aren’t as great as the other motorcycle training instructor roles we’ve included. That said, if you’ve loads of experience and connections in the dirt biking world, your job prospects as a coach will be rosier than someone without.

Motorcycle tour guides

If motorcycle training, teaching and coaching aren’t for you, cruising around the globe might be! Motorcycle tour guides need to have excellent road skills, reasonable mechanical prowess, and know how to use navigational tools like GPS and paper maps. Being able to think fast on your wheels, tell a good story about the places you guide groups through, and an adventurous spirit. This motorcycling career can take you as far as Australia or as close as the Lake District. If you’ve a roving heart, this could be the motorcycle job of your dreams!

How to become a motorcycle tour guide…

• Motorcycle tour guide qualifications and experience: A full motorcycle licence is essential. You’ll stand out from other applicants if you can also show you’ve passed an advanced rider course and have experience riding on challenging roads. Experience guiding and supervising groups will also stand you in good stead.
• Expected advanced motorcycle instructor salary range: Depending on your hours and experience, your salary could be anywhere from £25,000 p/a to £48,000. Some tour companies also offer bonuses, commissions, and profit sharing—not to mention tips you could get from happy group members.
• Motorcycle tour guide job prospects: Motorcycle tour guide roles can be found in nearly every corner of the world. You can work as a freelance motorcycle tour guide, or sign up with a motorcycle touring company like Nomad Bikers who offer training and may send you to far-flung destinations like India.

There are plenty of ways to turn a love of motorcycling into your career. You don’t have to choose a motorcycle licence instructor role to make riding a regular part of your day. We still think it’s one of the best ways to get a daily dose of motorcycling (and it does have some of the best job prospects of all motorcycle training industry jobs). But with a little imagination and an adventurous spirit, you may find a different motorcycle training career that suits you better.

We advise looking into each opportunity carefully and keeping an open mind. Once you settle on a few options, reach out to relevant organisations, clubs, motosports venues and training schools. Ask plenty of questions. If you can, have a taster day to see if it’s a career that’ll bring you as much joy as the open road. Good luck with finding a motorcycle instructor job in the UK that turns your motorcycle passion into a rewarding career!