Motorcycle Mechanic
OFO No: 653103
Other names for Motorcycle Mechanic:
- Motorcycle / Motorbike Technician
- Motorcycle and Scooter Mechanic
- Scooter Mechanic
Youtube clip – A day in the life of a Motorcycle Mechanic
For training options in South Africa – scroll down
What is a Motorcycle Mechanic?
A Motorcycle Mechanic is a tradesperson.
They are responsible for the inspection, maintenance and repair of motorcycles/and or scooters. They may also attend ATV’s (all-terrain vehicles).
As motorcycles become a more popular means of transport due to petrol prices, Motorcycle Mechanics more in demand.
What does a Motorcycle Mechanic do?
- writes out quotations
- checks the motorcycle: shocks, brakes, etc
- replaces or re-aligns worn or used parts
- changes oil
- welds and reconstructs of parts (in some cases)
- trouble-shoots (finding what the problem is)
- restores motorcycles
- keeps records
Are you … ?
- passionate about motorcycles?
- good with your hands?
- mechanically minded?
- observant?
- responsible?
- accurate?
How do I become a Motorcycle Mechanic?
- MerSETA
http://www.merseta.org.za/Home.aspx
Approved and accredited MerSETA training companies: Type your trade choice in and click on FIND.
http://ww2.merseta.org.za/OrgIndex.asp?page=sites
PATH 1
- Apprenticeship
- Trade Test
PATH 2
- Learnership – Automotive Repair and Maintenance (Motorcycles) NQF Level 2, 3 and 4
- Trade Test
PATH 3
- National Certificate: Engineering Studies: N1, N2 and N3
- These can be done at a lot of TVET (FET) colleges. Check out yours.
- Workplace experience
- Trade Test
PATH 4
- Artisan Internship
- Trade Test
PATH 5
- RPL (Recognised Prior Learning) for Artisans: CLICK HERE
- If you have already been working a long time as a Motorscycle Mechanic without qualifications, you may be able to get your qualification through RPL
- Trade Test
TRAINING:
- CLICK HERE to check for a training institution near you to see what they offer.
- Make sure you understand their entry requirements for each course.
- To avoid scams, make sure your institution is registered with the Department of Higher Education.
- CLICK HERE to check accredited Private Higher Education Institutions.
Private Trainer:
- IMPERIAL TECHNICAL TRAINING ACADEMY
http://www.itta.co.za/Courses.aspx
OTHER CAREERS TO CONSIDER: Automotive Mechanic … or … Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Is becoming a Motorcycle Mechanic the right career choice for me?