Upcoming Events
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3 Mar 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Training
Cost: R 1500 -
3 Mar - 4 Mar 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Training Weekend
Cost: R 1800 -
7 Apr 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Training
Cost: R 1500 -
7 Apr - 8 Apr 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Training Weekend
Cost: R 1800 -
5 May 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Training
Cost: R 1500 -
5 May - 6 May 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Training Weekend
Cost: R 1800
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3 Mar 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Day
Cost: R 380 -
3 Mar - 4 Mar 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Weekend
Cost: R 700 -
4 Mar 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Day
Cost: R 380 -
7 Apr 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Day
Cost: R 380 -
7 Apr - 8 Apr 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Weekend
Cost: R 700 -
8 Apr 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Day
Cost: R 380 -
5 May 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Day
Cost: R 380 -
5 May - 6 May 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Weekend
Cost: R 700 -
6 May 2012 [Book]Phakisa - Fun Day
Cost: R 380
MotoSport News
- The private three-day test at the Circuito de Jerez concluded on Wednesday, with Randy De Puniet and Aleix Espargaró the fastest CRTs in the field on their Power Electronics Aspar bike. The Test also saw James Ellison and Danilo Petrucci wrapping up the first test on their respective machines.
- Randy De Puniet continues to lead the MotoGP™ CRT field, while British rider James Ellison made his first laps on the ART prototype of the Paul Bird Racing team on the second day of the private test at Jerez.
- "After what seemed like the longest wait in history, our little girl Alessandra Maria finally arrived on Thursday February 16. Thank you all for the good wishes," the rider wrote in his Repsol blog.
- With the opening round of the 2012 MotoGPâ„¢ season just six weeks away, several MotoGP CRTs shared the Jerez circuit today in a private test that continues through Wednesday.
- John Surtees and Giacomo Agostini were among the 2012 inductees honoured at the Motor Sport magazine’s prestigious awards ceremony in London.
- The 2012 Northern Regions racing season kicks off at the popular Zwartkops Raceway outside of Pretoria on Saturday 18 February.
- The 2012 season brings new and exciting times to the Tsebo Outsourcing Group Porsche Club Challenge. A new home in the Inland Championship has brought renewed interest back to the series which enters the year with a larger field than was seen throughout 2011 and is determined to continue growing during the season.
- Toyota Motorsport’s Glyn Hall recently declared that the company plans to do some changes on the South African-built Hilux, improving the performance on the dunes, reducing the weight of the car with 75 kg, improve the components’ strength within the drive train and also to develop a direct injection system for the engine.
- There are five nominations for the 2011 Bridgestone/Guild of Motoring Journalists “Motor Sportsman of the Year†award, which will be announced at a special function in Johannesburg on February 28. There are five nominees for the Colin Watling Award, which recognises significant contribution and achievement by a non-competitor in motor sport.
- The 1st round of the 2012 South African National Junior and Senior Motocross Championship will take place at Syringa on Saturday 25 February.
Pre Track Training
Receive one on one training to teach you what you and your motorcycle are capable of. We help you initially in the parking area and go through training methods to give you confidence before going on the track. Making you a safer, more in control and smoother motorcyclist on and off the track.
- WHAT IS PRE-TRACK TRAINING?
You will receive personal rider training by a qualified instructor. - WHAT DOES IT ENTAIL?
Pulling away, braking, stopping, throttle and clutch control, gearing up and down, counter-steering, confidence building exercises - IS THE TRAINING FOR EXPERIENCED RIDERS?
No, it is designed to benefit beginner/novice motorcyclists. - DO WE START ON THE TRACK?
No, training will be provided in the parking area at first. - WHEN DO WE RIDE ON THE TRACK?
The instructor will monitor your progress and decide when it is safe for yourself and the other riders to proceed to the track. - WILL SOMEONE HELP ME ON THE TRACK?
Yes, students will receive instruction by a qualified instructor. - DOES IT INVOLVE ROAD TRAINING ASWELL?
All training methods taught, can be related directly to the road, as we teach riding skills. - IS IT ONLY FOCUSSING ON TRACK RIDING?
No, but we do ride on the track as it is a safe environment to practice cornering techniques. - DO I NEED SPECIAL TYRES?
No, but we do recommend new or fairly new tyres. - DO I NEED SPECIAL CLOTHING?
We do allow jeans, but as you proceed to higher levels, a 2 piece or full leathers for your own personal safety, boots gloves and leather jackets are a must. - IS IT SAFE?
Yes, we do not focus on speed or lap times but rather on safe ridings techniques. - WILL THE INSURANCE PAY OUT IF SOMETHING SHOULD HAPPEN?
We recommend that you contact your insurance prior to the event and inform your broker that you will be doing a rider training and safety course with Motoschool - ARE THE INSTRUCTORS WELL TRAINED?
Yes. They have all been through vigorous training course over a long period of time and they had to pass a theoretical verbal exam off track and a practical exam on track. - DO I NEED ANY TRACK EXPERIENCE?
No, it is a new , unique training experience catering especially for the inexperienced or beginner rider. - CAN LADIES DO TRAINING TOO?
Yes, absolutely! Have had ladies with no riding experience completing the course with excellent results. - DO I NEED TO BE A CERTAIN AGE?
We recommend minimum of 10 years of age. - MUST I HAVE A VALID MOTORCYCLE LICENCE?
No, not necessary. - MAY I BRING A FRIEND ALONG?
Yes, if they are not participating they may wait in the pits, but will not be allowed during training, as itmay be a distraction to you. - MAY WE SHARE A BIKE?
No, all students will be on the track at the same time and you need to get accustomed to your bikes characteristics. - DO YOU HAVE PARAMEDICS ON STAND BY?
Yes, at all times. - WHAT TIME SHOULD I BE AT THE TRACK?
07H00 or earlier. - WHAT IS A TYPICAL PRE-TRACK TRAINING DAY? (WHAT DOES IT ENTAIL?)
Registration followed by one on one training in the parking area, using cones etc to improve your skill and then track sessions. - WILL I BE FORCED TO RIDE ABOVE MY ABILITY OR CONFIDENCE LEVEL?
No, our unique training method works better if you ride within your ability. Slowly we will build up your confidence as safety is our first priority. - MAY I COME WITH A ROAD BIKE?
Most definitely yes. As long as it is road worthy. - ANY TIPS? WHAT CAN I EXPECT ?
Fun, loads of fun and riding away satisfied and a better biker. - IS IT 'K53 LICENCE' TRAINING?
No, it is rider course focussing on getting to know your bike better while building your confidence through our safe training techniques.