Motorcycle Mechanic

Typical Salary

£13,000 To £24,500

Typical Hours

38 to 40 a week

between 8am and 6pm

How To Become a Motorcycle Mechanic

You can get into this job through:

a college course
an apprenticeship
applying directly

College / University

You could do a college course, which would teach you some of the skills you need in this job. Relevant courses include:

Level 2 and Level 3 Diploma in Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Competence

2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course

4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course

Apprenticeship

You can complete an intermediate or advanced apprenticeship as a motorcycle mechanic.

5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship

some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship

Routes into this Career

Routes into this Career are not listed for this job.

You can apply directly to employers if you've got some experience of mechanical engineering or repairing vehicles.

Other Routes

Other Routes are not listed for this job.

Skills And Knowledge

You'll need:

the ability to use, repair and maintain machines and tools
the ability to work well with your hands
complex problem-solving skills
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
the ability to use your initiative
persistence and determination
knowledge of physics
customer service skills
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Day To Day Tasks

Your day-to-day duties may include:

carrying out maintenance checks
diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
repairing faults and road testing motorcycles
stripping, rebuilding and tuning engines
advising customers on repair times and costs
updating repair and service records
customising motorcycles to match customers' needs

Working Environment

You could work at a garage or in a workshop.

Your working environment may be noisy and dirty.

You may need to wear protective clothing.

Career Path & Progression

You could become a motorcycle diagnostic technician, workshop manager or train for a career as a motorcycle MOT examiner.

You could also start your own sales and repair business or specialise in customised bike building.

Volunteering Opportunities

You'll find it useful to contact a local workshop or garage for work experience.

You can also volunteer to work at road racing or motocross events organised by Auto-Cycle Union and AMCA.

Tips & Information

Professional and industry bodies

You could join the Institute of the Motor Industry for professional development and training opportunities.

Further information

You can find out more about becoming a motorcycle mechanic from Autocity.

Restrictions & Requirements

You'll usually need a valid motorcycle licence.