Welcome to Empowered Journeys Motorcycle Training! Based in Tauranga (Bay of Plenty, NZ), we offer one-to-one lessons and assessment for every level of motorcycle licence from Learner licence (Learn To Ride and Basic Handling Skills) through Restricted licence to Full licence, and the ACC Ride Forever range of group training courses (Bronze/Silver/Gold). We specialise in small groups and highly-personalised service. If you want to learn to ride a motorbike or to improve your bike riding skills, we can definitely help you.
The Events List shows our scheduled and available Learn To Ride (LTR), Basic Handling Skills (BHS), Ride Forever and Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) sessions. Use the 'Category' filter below to see the types of session that interest you. If you don't yet have a NZ motorcycle licence, 'Getting Started' is the category for you.
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For more information or to request more dates, contact us by phone/text on 0212115395.
Sat, 2 Dec 2023, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
Makz Gear, 52 Second Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
Wed, 6 Dec 2023, 9:00 – 11:00 am NZDT
McDonald's Papamoa, 7 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa
Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) can shorten the path to your Full licence. The NZTA website explains your options: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/getting-a-licence/licences-by-vehicle-type/motorcycles/ (Other dates and times available - call us to discuss.).
Wed, 6 Dec 2023, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm NZDT
McDonald's Papamoa, 7 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa
Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) can shorten the path to your Full licence. The NZTA website explains your options: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/getting-a-licence/licences-by-vehicle-type/motorcycles/ (Other dates and times available - call us to discuss.).
Wed, 6 Dec 2023, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm NZDT
McDonald's Papamoa, 7 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa
Combined Training and Licence Assessment Package. 2.5 hours intensive training in urban and highway/rural environments, followed by a short break and then the Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) Restricted licence assessment (4 hours total).
Wed, 6 Dec 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm NZDT
Tauranga operational area (Tauranga CBD, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa)
2 hours customised rider coaching on-road (longer sessions and other dates / times available to suit - call us).
Fri, 8 Dec 2023, 9:00 – 11:00 am NZDT
McDonald's Papamoa, 7 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa
Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) can shorten the path to your Full licence. The NZTA website explains your options: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/getting-a-licence/licences-by-vehicle-type/motorcycles/ (Other dates and times available - call us to discuss.).
Fri, 8 Dec 2023, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm NZDT
McDonald's Papamoa, 7 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa
Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) can shorten the path to your Full licence. The NZTA website explains your options: https://www.nzta.govt.nz/driver-licences/getting-a-licence/licences-by-vehicle-type/motorcycles/ (Other dates and times available - call us to discuss.).
Fri, 8 Dec 2023, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm NZDT
McDonald's Papamoa, 7 Gravatt Rd, Papamoa Beach, Papamoa
Combined Training and Licence Assessment Package. 2.5 hours intensive training in urban and highway/rural environments, followed by a short break and then the Competency Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) Restricted licence assessment (4 hours total).
Fri, 8 Dec 2023, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm NZDT
Tauranga operational area (Tauranga CBD, Mount Maunganui, Papamoa)
2 hours customised rider coaching on-road (longer sessions and other dates / times available to suit - call us).
Sat, 9 Dec 2023, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
Makz Gear, 52 Second Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
Fri, 15 Dec 2023, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
Makz Gear, 52 Second Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
Sat, 16 Dec 2023, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
Makz Gear, 52 Second Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
Fri, 12 Jan 2024, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
McDonald's Te Ngae, 2 Robinson Avenue, Ōwhata, Rotorua
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
Sat, 13 Jan 2024, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
Makz Gear, 52 Second Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
$230
Learn To Ride (LTR)
Sun, 14 Jan 2024, 9:00 – 10:30 am NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
90 minutes one-to-one training, no test or assessment. This is the training option for you if you have little or no experience on a motorcycle with manual gears, or it has been a long time since you rode a motorcycle and you would like a refresher.
Sun, 14 Jan 2024, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
3.5 hours one-to-one, including training and test. (Two 1.5 hours sessions, with 30 mins break between.). This package combines our Learn To Ride (LTR) and Basic Handling Skills (BHS) packages.
Sun, 14 Jan 2024, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
90 minutes one-to-one, including training and test.
$230
Learn To Ride (LTR)
Sun, 14 Jan 2024, 1:00 – 2:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
90 minutes one-to-one training, no test or assessment. This is the training option for you if you have little or no experience on a motorcycle with manual gears, or it has been a long time since you rode a motorcycle and you would like a refresher.
Sun, 14 Jan 2024, 1:00 – 4:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
3.5 hours one-to-one, including training and test. (Two 1.5 hours sessions, with 30 mins break between.). This package combines our Learn To Ride (LTR) and Basic Handling Skills (BHS) packages.
Sun, 14 Jan 2024, 3:00 – 4:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
90 minutes one-to-one, including training and test.
Sat, 20 Jan 2024, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
McDonald's Te Ngae, 2 Robinson Avenue, Ōwhata, Rotorua
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
$230
Learn To Ride (LTR)
Sun, 21 Jan 2024, 9:00 – 10:30 am NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
90 minutes one-to-one training, no test or assessment. This is the training option for you if you have little or no experience on a motorcycle with manual gears, or it has been a long time since you rode a motorcycle and you would like a refresher.
Sun, 21 Jan 2024, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
3.5 hours one-to-one, including training and test. (Two 1.5 hours sessions, with 30 mins break between.). This package combines our Learn To Ride (LTR) and Basic Handling Skills (BHS) packages.
Sun, 21 Jan 2024, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
90 minutes one-to-one, including training and test.
$230
Learn To Ride (LTR)
Sun, 21 Jan 2024, 1:00 – 2:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
90 minutes one-to-one training, no test or assessment. This is the training option for you if you have little or no experience on a motorcycle with manual gears, or it has been a long time since you rode a motorcycle and you would like a refresher.
Sun, 21 Jan 2024, 1:00 – 4:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
3.5 hours one-to-one, including training and test. (Two 1.5 hours sessions, with 30 mins break between.). This package combines our Learn To Ride (LTR) and Basic Handling Skills (BHS) packages.
Sun, 21 Jan 2024, 3:00 – 4:30 pm NZDT
Mount Maunganui College, 565 Maunganui Rd, Mount Maunganui, Tauranga
90 minutes one-to-one, including training and test.
Wed, 24 Jan 2024, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
Makz Gear, 52 Second Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
Sat, 27 Jan 2024, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
Makz Gear, 52 Second Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
Wed, 7 Feb 2024, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
Makz Gear, 52 Second Avenue, Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).
Sat, 10 Feb 2024, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm NZDT
McDonald's Te Ngae, 2 Robinson Avenue, Ōwhata, Rotorua
Ride Forever programme (subsidised by ACC).