One-on-one motorcycle rider coaching

Adults learning to ride, returning riders, commuters moving to a bike and riders who want skills coaching after getting their licence.

Paid per lesson, usually by the hour, with lesson packs and extra fees for bike hire, test preparation or skills days.

• Confident, experienced rider
• Patient teaching and clear communication
• Calm under pressure with nervous students

• Rules on who may teach and who may run licence-linked courses differ by state, so check with your state's licensing authority
• Insurance that specifically covers instruction and students riding your bike
• Checking whether a working with children check applies if you teach under-18s
• Council or landowner permission to use car parks or open areas for lessons
• Injury and damage risk, so keep clear safety rules and maintain your bike

Startup costs are typically around $3,000 to $12,000, depending on whether you buy a training bike or use students' bikes, plus insurance and safety gear. Treat this as an estimate and get quotes before you start.

Monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $6,500, depending on how many lessons you book each week and what you charge. Your hours and the number of students you can attract will affect where you land in that range.

Check with your state's licensing authority on who may teach and run licence-linked courses. Also check instruction insurance covering students on your bike, whether a working with children check applies for under-18s, and permission to use car parks or open areas.