What sort of membership should I get?
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I want to race:
I'm over 16:
You need to join an
affiliated club first, then you need to learn the basic rules
of racing, and pass a written test. Then you need to pass a simple
practical riding test or demonstrate you can control a motorcycle.
Your State
Controlling Body can tell you about Clubs in your area.
Once you have completed this process, you
can apply for a licence. There are several different types of licence
available, depending on the level of competition you want to be involved
in.
Most clubs have coaches and officials who
can help you along the way.
More information here
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I am a Junior (aged 7 to under 16):
You need to join an
affiliated club first, then you need to learn the basic rules
of racing, and pass a written test. Then you need to pass a simple
practical riding test to demonstrate you can control a motorcycle.
Your State
Controlling Body can tell you about Clubs in your area.
To ensure the safety of junior riders, MA
has created a new Junior Coaching Program for all riders aged 7 to under
16.
Once you have completed this process, and
have undergone 5 hours of coaching, you can apply for a licence. There
are several different types of licence available, depending on the level
of competition you want to be involved in.
Click here
for more details
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I am under 7:
You need to join an affiliated club,
then you need to demonstrate that you can control and stand upright a
motorcycle. You won't be able to race until you have reached age 7, but
you can take part in non-competitive events, like mini-moto.
Your State
Controlling Body can tell you about Clubs in your area
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I want to ride a non-competitive event, eg a track day, practice
day, off-road trail ride
You need to have a Recreational licence, or
a competition licence . Recreational licences can be purchased for
single-event [$20] or annually [$80], usually from the organiser of the
event or your SCB.
You need to be a member of an MA affiliated
club to get an Annual Recreation licence.
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I want to get all the Member Benefits
If you have Motorcycling Australia licence
[other than a One Event Recreational licence] or Riders' Division
membership, you are entitled to access the full range of Member Benefits.
These benefits include discounts and special offers on a full range of
motorcycling and non-motorcycling services and products.
Click here for more
details
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I want to ride on a Tour, or other 'on-road ' MA non-competitive
activity:
You need to have an Motorcycling Australia
licence, or be a member of MA Riders' Division. You will also need
to have a motorcycle licence from your State or Territory.
Tours run across the year. "On
Road' can include gravel roads, tracks, etc, but they need to be public
roads.
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I want to support MA's fight for motorcyclist
rights
Being a licence holder or a member of the
Riders' Division help Motorcycling Australia work to protect the rights
of motorcyclists. You can also help by telling us about situations where
motorcyclists' rights are under threat in your area.
Send emails about threats to motorcyclists'
rights to riders@ma.org.au
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I want to be an official:
To be an official, you need to know
something about the rules. Your SCB runs
training courses to help you along the way to become an official. There
are several different levels of being an official.
Click here for more
details
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I want to support Motorcycling
Australia's Museum
Motorcycling Australia has established a
small collection of significant Australian racing machines. Many
significant bikes are purchased by speculators and then sent
overseas, and we lose them forever. You can help Motorcycling Australia
preserve our racing heritage by becoming a member of MA Riders'
Division.
Click here for more information on
the MA Museum
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How can I join Motorcycling Australia?
Competitive- Adult (16 and over)
The first thing to do is join an affiliated
Club. Clubs vary in their location, what kind of competition they
participate in, their services, and social aspects. To compete, you'll
need to have the right equipment and training. Your club can help you
with information about all these things. There's more
information here
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Competitive- Junior (aged 7 to under 16)
MA strives to make sure that all riders
know the rules of racing, and are as skilled as they can be, to reduce
the risk of injury. All Junior riders [aged 7 to under 16] must
participate in a Junior Coaching Program. Click here
for more details
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Non-Competitive [Riders' Division]
The easiest way is click here. You can join securely
online, or you can download a paper form to complete and post
later
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Non-Competitive [Recreational]
You can usually buy a Single Event
Recreational Licence [$20] on the day of the event from the
organiser . You can buy an Annual Recreational licence [$85.50] from
your SCB or
Club.
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Track days
What licence do I need?
If the Track Day you are attending is being
run under Motorcycling Australia rules, you'll need either a Competition
licence or a Recreational licence. Recreational licences are available
in One- Event or Annual format. One Event Recreational licences cost
$20. Annual recreational licences cost $85.50, and you need to be a
member of an affiliated club.
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Where can I get a [race] licence?
Competition licences can be obtained
through your club, following this
process. Recreational licences can be obtained from the
organiser of the event, your club or State Controlling
Body.
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What else do I need for a Track Day?
You should confirm what else you need for a
Track Day operators, as they all have different requirements.
You should, however, wear all appropriate
protective clothing and gear, including, as a minimum; a helmet and eye
protection, leathers and gloves, calf-length leather boots and a back
protector. Safety is our first priority, and it should be yours,
too.
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How much does Membership cost?
Competitive Licence
Prices depend on what sort or level of
competition you're involved in, and your State.
Officials Licence
Officials licence are free or very low
cost.
Non-Competitive [Recreational]
One Event Recreational licences cost $20.
Annual recreational licences cost $85.50.
Non-Competitive [Riders' Division]
Motorcycling Australia Membership is great value for money,
and you can get the price of your membership back many times over each
year. The regular price of joining is $35 a year, but you can save even
more by joining for more than a year.
Period
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1 yr
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3 yr
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5 yr
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Life
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$35
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$99
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$160
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$385
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Prices shown include GST.
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SAVE $15
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I I want to get a Motorcycle
licence (State or civil)
Motorcycling is fun. It's also a cost-effective way of
commuting, and the number of motorcycles is growing proportionally
faster than four-wheeled vehicles.
Different States and Territories have different
requirements for getting a motorcycle or scooter licence. Click
here for information on how to get a licence in your State or
Territory.
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Riders' Division Membership
When will my membership expire?
Your membership is effectively for 12
months (or 3 or 5 years) from the date we receive your payment. You can
expect to get a renewal notice from us about 2 months before your
membership expires. Lifetime memberships are for the life of the member
and are not transferable.
How can I renew my membership?
You will receive a renewal notice in the
mail a month or so before your membership expires. You can pay by Credit
Card, cheque or money order.
What are the different levels of membership?
Membership of the Motorcycling Australia
costs $35 a year and provides all the benefits of membership, such as
the right to participate in certain Motorcycling Australia activities,
discounts on goods and services, and regular email news from MA.
You can also join for 3 years, 5 years or a lifetime, and save even
more. Full Life membership can be purchased for a one-off fee of
$385.
I lost my membership card. How can I get a
replacement?
Call the Motorcycling Australia on 03
96840500, or send an email to riders@ma.org.au. You should receive
your new card in two to three weeks.
How soon will I get my membership card after I join or
renew?
Cards are usually sent in three to four
weeks. You should also receive other information from Motorcycling
Australia at the same time.
I don't have my card and I want to participate in an event this
weekend. What do I do?
If you plan to take part in an event
in the next three to four weeks, it is best to follow up joining with an
email (riders@ma.org.au) or a
phone call on 03 9684 0500 and we'll get your card to you by express
post. We do not refund multiple memberships.
I already have a Motorcycling Australia Competition or
Official's licence. Is it worth joining the Riders' Division?
If you have a 12 month Competition or
Official's licence you automatically get all the benefits of being a
member of the Riders' Division.
To gain access to the benefits, you'll need
to log-in to the MA website. Do this only when you are
prompted to do so (you reach a page that says- "you have
reached a members-only area") , using your licence number in the
username box and your date of birth (ddmmyyyy format please: This means
if you were born on 4th December 1960, you enter your birth date as
04121960) in the password box.
I want to go racing, Should I join the Motorcycling
Australia Riders' Division?
The Riders' Division (non-competitive membership)
is intended for non-competition motorcyclists.
If you want to race, you'll have to go through the normal process of
getting a race licence as described
above.
What Non-competitive Events can I take part
in?
Organised Tours
There are dozens of organised Tours conducted every year
under Motorcycling Australia rules. These can be On-Road or Off-Road. Some
tours require that you hold a Motorcycling Australia licence or have a
Riders' Division membership.
Motorcycling Australia Events
There are an ever increasing number of Motorcycling
Australia arranged events. These will be advised to you through email
and our fortnightly e-newsletter.
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Member
Benefits
Online newsletter
Each fortnight you’ll receive an e-newsletter in your
email inbox- detailing the people, places and events, from road
and off-road rallies to race events, that make up the Australian
motorcycling experience. There’ll be details of special offers
from our membership partners. Plus, you'll find in-depth stories on the
government issues that affect your right to ride, and the most
comprehensive list of both non-competitive and competition events
anywhere.
MA Roadside Assistance
Now you can enjoy peace of mind (and save a lot of money)
on the road while riding, with MA’s Rescue my Ride Service,
or MA Bike Transport: One call to pick you and your bike up; wherever
you are in Australia. More information here
MA Road and Off-Road Events
More than 300 MA affiliated clubs and ride organisers offer
members a wealth of opportunities to ride their bikes. Check out our
online Rides, Races & Rallies database full of MA events.
Motorcycle Insurance
Save when insuring your motorcycle through our partners
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MA Affiliated Clubs
Get in touch with fellow riders in one of more than 300 MA
affiliated race & social clubs. To find an MA club near you, check
out our clubs database.
Discounts on Motorcycle Parts, Gear and Clothing
Visit the Member Benefits
page and to see what on offer. New benefits are listed on the News
page.
Motorcycle Rental Discounts
MA members get discounts on motorcycle rentals including
Harley-Davidson. One call to book your bike wherever you are in
Australia.
Overseas Motorcycle Transport & Insurance
Planning the big overseas ride? Or just want to spend a few
weeks in New Zealand. As a MA member, you can take advantage of our
close connections with transport partners. Click here for
more information.
Racing & On- and Off-Road Riding Training
MA members receive a discount with Australia’s
leading national motorcycle training organisation. Special courses for
old riders returning to the fold. There’s a big difference between
a CB750 and a CBR1000R! Learn and live. Click here for access
information of Rider Training courses.
MA Rider Representation
Motorcycling Australia, sees as part of its mission, the
protection of members’ rights to ride. We actively seek to empower
motorcyclists to know about threats to that right and promote safety
among all riders. Click
here to read Motorcycling Australia's position on Riders' Rights
Accommodation Discounts
Through our connections with national accommodation
providers, MA members can be sure to get the best rates on accommodation
across Australia and worldwide. Whether you’re a racer looking for
accommodation at your next event, or a tourist looking to extend your
holiday dollar, click hereto get more
information from our members-only pages.
Car & Truck Rental Discounts
MA has negotiated for members to get corporate rates every
time they need to rent a car or truck. Better than the usual 10%
discount, you can find out more by clicking here
MA Travel and Tours
Get that bit closer to motorcycling heaven with MA Tours.
Whether you go by bike or car, MA Tours will help you get to the
world’s best motorcycle events and roads. How about a trip to the
Australian Grand Prix, or the Isle of Man Festival of Motorcycles? Go
there with MA tours confident in the knowledge that you going there with
Motorcycling Australia.
MA Australian Racing Motorcycle Museum
Open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, the MA Motorcycle Museum
houses some of the finest and most famous bikes in Australian
motorcycling history, actually and virtually. Call 03 96840509 to
enquire about our next tour date. Members get free admission.
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