IMI Motorcycle Maintenance

IMI Motorcycle Maintenance

The freedom of the road doesn't mean much when you're stuck in a lay-by wondering why your motorbike won't go. Our Motorcycle Maintenance course can save you hours of hassle at the side of the road and big bills at the garage. Knowing how to fix a motorcycle and being able to do your own motorcycle repair and maintenance will give you a liberating sense of independence and could even lead to a career as a motorbike mechanic.

Our Motorcycle Maintenance course will give you a solid grounding in the mechanical and electrical workings of your motorbike.

You'll be introduced to the essential motorbike maintenance tools and look at the different types of motorcycle you may have or encounter. You will examine the difference between two-stroke and four-stroke engines and look at fuel delivery systems, transmission, cooling and electrical systems.

As part of the Motorcycle Maintenance course you will also be able to examine the frame, steering and suspension systems, and perform motorcycle service procedures on front and rear suspension and wheel assemblies. Maintenance and repair of brakes will also be covered.

By the end of the Motorcycle Maintenance course you will have learned to take a systematic approach to motorcycle servicing and maintenance and will know not just how to fix a motorcycle, but how to troubleshoot and identify the nature of the problem in the first place.

You'll also have a motor industry-recognised qualification which could help you into a job as a motorbike mechanic.

Entry Requirements

You don't need any previous experience or qualifications to enrol in our Motorcycle Maintenance course. That's because we believe in making home study - and a rewarding future - as accessible as possible.

Where will I go from here?

An understanding of motorcycle mechanical systems can lead to a career in motorcycle or auto maintenance, particularly as your qualification is IMI endorsed.

What will I gain?

On completion, you'll receive the IMI Awards Motorcycle Maintenance Quality Assured Award.

Awarding Body

IMI Awards Limited is the leading awarding body for the retail motor industry. It offers an unrivalled range of motor industry qualifications that demonstrate skills and competence, the foundation of a successful career.

Assessment

Assessments are a great way of checking your progress. During your Motorcycle Maintenance course, you'll complete seven assessments, consisting of 20 multiple-choice questions.

Generally, assessments can be sent to us online via the ICS Student Community: it's the fastest way to receive your results.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in your chosen field.

As a Motorcycle Maintenance student, you'll also receive the complimentary textbook - Motorcycle Basics Tech-book, published by Haynes.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Study Period

12 months

Hours of study

180 hours

(That's equivalent to about 3 ½ hours of study a week over the 12-month support period)

Support period

12 months

Course code

W04

Course cost

£479.00

Additional fees

There is an IMI registration fee that is additional to your course fee:

  • IMI registration fee: £20, payable within 4 weeks of enrolment.
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Key Topics

Introduction to Motorcycle Repair

  • Examine the different types of motorcycles and consider the uses and advantages of each. Explore the various hand, power and specialised tools you'll use when working with motorcycles.

Motorcycle Engines

  • Examine the major components of both two-stroke and four-stroke engines, and study the different configurations of these engines. Inspect both top-end and lower-end two- and four-stroke engines.

Lubrication, Cooling and Fuel Systems

  • Examine the different types of lubrication systems used in both two- and four-stroke motorcycle engines. Study the components of motorcycle cooling systems. Explore various fuel delivery systems.

Clutches, Transmissions and Drives

  • Explore the different components that make up primary drive systems: the different clutch types, the different clutch release mechanisms, the different types of transmissions, and the different types of final drive systems.

Electrical Fundamentals and Ignition Systems

  • Study electrical fundamentals. Explore DC circuits and ignition systems.

Charging Systems

  • Explore the theory behind charging systems. Examine the electrical system of motorcycles that don't use a battery. Learn how to maintain and troubleshoot a charging system.

Frames, Steering and Suspension

  • Examine different frame designs and discover how to perform frame and wheel inspection and alignment procedures. Learn how to perform service procedures on front-fork components and rear-suspension components.

Brakes, Wheel Assemblies and Tyres

  • Examine the components of brake systems and learn how to maintain them. Discover how to repair motorcycle spoke wheels and how to perform maintenance on wheel assemblies.

Motorcycle Maintenance and Troubleshooting

  • Examine emission-control systems. Learn how to perform various maintenance procedures. Discover how to systematically approach motorcycle problems and how to troubleshoot all types of problems.

You can either pay for your Motorcycle Maintenance course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan.

Course fee: £479 (excluding discounts)

Or speak to one of our course advisors now for payment plans.

 

There is an IMI registration fee that is additional to your course fee:

  • IMI registration fee: £20, payable within 4 weeks of enrolment.