WorldSkills Australia 
Motorcycle Mechanics Competition
Motorcycle Mechanics specialise in the repair, maintainance and testing of motorcycles. Motorcycle Mechanics are valued for their craftsmanship and their ability to diagnose and repair vehicle faults.
The WorldSkills Australia Heavy Vehicle Mechanics Competition tests the variety of skills needed from diagnostics to repair and roadworthy inspections, the motorcycle mechanic must demonstrate all-round capabilities.
YOU SHOULD PURSUE A CAREER IN MOTORCYCLE MECHANICS IF YOU:
- Display an aptitude for mechanics
- Are interested in motorcycles
- Have an interest in mathematics and science
- Are interested in manual work
IT ALL BEGINS AT A REGIONAL COMPETITION
The WorldSkills Australia Motorcycle Mechanics Competitions begin at a grass roots level in one of 42 Australian regions. The Motorcycle Mechanics Regional Competitions test the skills and knowledge of 4000+ apprentices, trainees and students, who have the opportunity to win gold, silver and bronze medals and gain the chance to go on to compete at a national level.
WorldSkills Australia competitions operate on a two-year cycle. The next Motorcycle Mechanics Regional Competition rounds are now running across the country. 2023 and 2025 are the next National Championship years.
Register your interest to compete in Motorcycle Mechanics
Training Package Requirements
The WorldSkills Australia Motorcycle Mechanics Competitions align to the National Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package.
Regional Competition
Training Package Requirements – Regional Level
The 2024 WorldSkills Australia Regional Competition for Motorcycle Mechanics aligns to the Units of Competency in the AUR30820 Certificate III in Motorcycle Technology Qualification.
Regional Tasks
The Regional Competition tests the variety of skills needed from diagnostics to repair and roadworthy inspections. Competitors will be required to be thorough and check anything to do with motorcycle maintenance or safety-related components prior to carrying out any repair services. The Competition project is designed to test the Competitors skills in the following areas related to Motorcycle Mechanics:
- Carry out vehicle safety and roadworthy inspections (Light Vehicles)
- Diagnose and repair motorcycle braking systems
- Inspect and service braking systems
- Carry out diagnostic procedures
- Diagnose and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems
- Diagnose and repair motorcycle engines
- Inspect and service engines
- Diagnose and repair motorcycle clutch systems
- Diagnose and repair charging systems
Regionals Competition Duration
The competition is completed in 5 hours over 1 day not including briefing or breaks.
National Competition
Training Package Requirements – National Level
The 2023 WorldSkills Australia National Competition for Motorcycle Mechanics aligns to the Units of Competency in the AUR30820 Certificate III in Motorcycle Technology Qualification.
National Tasks
The National Competition tests the variety of skills needed from diagnostics to repair and roadworthy inspections. Competitors will need to work accurately with a range of measuring and electrical test equipment including multimeters, scan tools, battery testers, pressure gauges, micrometers, dialgauges and verniers. The competition project is designed to test the Competitors skills in the following areas related to Motorcycle Mechanics:
- Carry out vehicle safety and roadworthy inspections (Light Vehicles)
- Diagnose and repair motorcycle braking systems
- Inspect and service braking systems
- Carry out diagnostic procedures
- Diagnose and repair electronic spark ignition engine management systems
- Diagnose and repair motorcycle engines
- Inspect and service engines
- Diagnose and repair motorcycle clutch systems
- Diagnose and repair charging systems
Nationals Competition Duration
The competition is completed in 18 hours over 3 days not including briefing or breaks.
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Learn more about this course by following this link Certificate III in Motorcycle Technology