Top Rider Australia
Information about Top Rider Australia
Opening hours
- sunday: 9h-16h
- monday: 8h-17h
- tuesday: 8h-17h
- wednesday: 8h-17h
- thursday: 8h-17h
- friday: 8h-17h
- saturday: 9h-15h
Top Rider Accessories. Motorcycle helmets available in-store or online.
Motorcycle Jackets, Motorcycle Pants, Motorcycle Accessories, Motorbike Rentals, Thumpstar Motorbikes and ATVs in stock.
Motorcycle License, Q-Ride
Our comment from DrivingSchools.Directory about Top Rider Australia:
Top Rider Australia is an exceptional motorcycle training provider known for its expert instructors and structured courses. Many students highlight their positive experiences, noting their instructors' patience, knowledge, and supportive teaching methods. Key aspects of the company include:
- Professional Instructors: Instructors like Mark and Gareth have received numerous praises for their ability to make learning enjoyable and confidence-building.
- Comprehensive Courses: The school offers various courses catering to all levels, from beginner learners to advanced riders, ensuring a thorough understanding of motorcycle riding.
- Positive Learning Environment: Reviewers emphasize the friendly and accommodating atmosphere, which helps ease the nervousness of first-time riders.
- Safety Orientation: There is a strong focus on safety, with instructors teaching crucial skills for safe riding on the road.
However, some users have reported issues regarding communication and customer service, especially concerning refunds and changes to bookings. Despite these concerns, the overall feedback highlights Top Rider as a leading choice for motorbike education in Australia.
Top Rider Australia: Reviews
Negative experience: Hired a 125 Honda for 9 months from the Nerang store . They shut down without any notice . Was pulled over by police for unregistered bike after 3 and a half weeks of the bike being unregistered . Still collected payment every week though . Tried to contact them to do a service for over month , as no response from them I fronted to their office to find out they had closed . Now I can't get in any contact with them other than empty promises . Would not recommend them at all .
We sincerely apologize for the negative experience you’ve faced, Reese. Your feedback is important to us, and we take these issues seriously. We are working to address the situation and improve our communication. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
Fantastic experience: The Top Rider Team are the best in the business. Their sessions are well organized and help build riding confidence. Highly recommended!
Fantastic experience: Very informative, did my RE open with them today and I would recommend.
Fantastic experience: Great teacher, Mark was great. Cheers
Fantastic experience: Awesome group of people, highly recommend.
Fantastic experience: My husband and I completed the pre learner 2 day course with G and had a wonderful experience. Using their online booking system was very simple. G is a highly knowledgeable and patient instructor with a good sense of humour which made the course less tense with having icebreakers. We had travelled from the Sunshine Coast to complete the course and we are so glad we did. The training experience was 10/10 from the booking process to passing the course. I was the only female out of the class and wasn't made to feel any different from the rest of the group. Thank you Top Rider & G !!!
Fantastic experience: The team are exceptional.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely the best motorbike learning school. I had an 1 on 1 training course with Gareth and I did my RE course with Mark. Both of them are super patient and knowledgeable. I’m so grateful that I chose the top rider. The support from Gareth and Mark were marvellous. I would like to thank you both again for the course. I really enjoyed it.
Fantastic experience: Had a great morning getting my opens, Mark was a great and thorough teacher. Well experienced
Fantastic experience: Returned to riding after an absence of about 40 years and spent time with Graeme, Mark and Norm. I can highly recommend all of them as competent, engaging and approachable instructors. Due to my absence from riding I had to get my licence renewed and can say it was definitely worthwhile attending the RE L, Ride Time and RE O courses. I'm now happily and confidently back on my bike and enjoying the confidence that Top Rider has given me in taking to the road. Thanks guys.
Fantastic experience: Great team! I went through all three motorbike license courses with these guys and enjoyed each one. They were very supportive even when starting out as a nervous learner.
Fantastic experience: Great course and staff were amazing and very knowledgeable. Felt very comfortable and confident riding.
Fantastic experience: Just done my QRide with Gream, Awesome instructor! not a dull moment! easy to book in and communication is top notch! now I can enjoy riding by myself.
Negative experience: I had a terrible experience with these guys - would 100% recommend women wanting to learn to go with any other company available. The instructor I had on the first day spent more time making wife jokes than helping me learn. During the introduction he was nice to all the guys and then when he got to me the first thing he said was 'well I couldn't teach my wife to drive a manual car but even she can ride a Grom now so hopefully you'll be able to learn!' Disgustingly obvious misogyny was the theme of the day - constantly undermining my confidence and saying how I was the worst in the class in front of everyone (because I was driving slowly as it was my first time on that kind of bike). He continued to tell me I was underperforming and was the worst throughout the day, despite the fact that one of the guys there completely lost control of his bike and drove it off the learning area into the side gully. His response to that was to support him to get his bike back on the road and tell him he was unlucky for making a mistake and was doing a 'great job all round'. The whole experience was a slap in the face reminder of why women find it so difficult to feel comfortable in motorcycle spaces, and has made it difficult for me to get my lisence because there's absolutely no way I'll be giving these people any more of my money.
Fantastic experience: Mark was really good, he went over time with our private lesson last year to ensure I would re gain confidence and pointed out how I could get better control of the motorcycle due to both hips being replaced, he is very patient and full of great tips, info and skills, I trust and really appreciated his extra help - I am a much better rider thanks to Mark!
Fantastic experience: Instructors made it fun and easy to learn while teaching great habits and skills for riding on the road, would recommend going here for any of your courses
Fantastic experience: My sister recommended I use G and the team at Top Rider Qld after completing her course. I couldn’t have had a better experience, G was knowledgeable, patient and didn’t mind my talking to myself throughout the practical riding components. Would absolutely recommend G and Top Rider for anyone looking to get into motorcycles.
Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazing highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: Top Rider Nerang, you guys Rock! A huge shout out to “G” for being an amazing Instructor. The knowledge “G” have is irreplaceable and he is an absolute gem. Mark you are cool too! Thanks guys for a amazing 2 days! May the “force “ be with you! Thanks again! Annemarie and Marius Du Preez
Fantastic experience: Did a course with mark and could not have been more patient and informative. Great course and would highly reccomend.
Fantastic experience: Did my restricted motorcycle course with Mark at Top Rider and it was super straighforward and great fun while remaining professional. Would strongly recommend :)
Fantastic experience: Graeme was my instructor for pre learners for my 3 wheeler Can Am Ryker. I found Graeme to be very passionate about training & safety, very knowledgeable and easy to learn from as he taught in such a way that was clear & easy to understand installing me with confidence, knowledge and skills. Highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Great experience with G and Mark. Very knowledgeable and good instructors. Highly recommend them.
Fantastic experience: Was a really good experience doing my RE course and assessment. Mark was extremely helpful, I struggled at the start of the day but he gave very clear and easy to follow tips that helped me significantly to become competent, really appreciated his knowledge and patience
Fantastic experience: Thanks Top Rider Nerang. Did both my RE learners and RE course with you guys. Highly recommend Gareth for learners course if any one looking to get into motorcycling . He Explains every thing clearly and methodically for ryding and safety on a motorcycle. I have had 10+ year mx and enduro experience never been on a road bike and he explained the differences and pulled me up on habits I use in dirt which I don't need to do on the road. REOPEN course was informative and the whole test there was clear explanation what was expected of us during road ryding. Thanks again Damo
Fantastic experience: The guys over there are superhelpful and also chilled out good instructors
Fantastic experience: Mark also facilitates and delivers the Sunshine Coast courses. I just completed my Learners, today. I had a flawless experience. Great delivery of information. Mark is a great presenter and demonstrator. The course is well structured and delivered to a ‘T’ (or is that ‘L’?). I have absolute confidence moving forward in my learning. BTW, trained on a 125 and about to ride my 650 LAMS. That confidence speaks volumes‼️
Thanks Doug , I had a great couple of days
Fantastic experience: I recently completed the Qride course with Mark. He made the entire experience both educational and enjoyable. Throughout the course, I felt well-prepared and informed about safe motorcycle riding practices. He has an excellent understanding of Queensland's road rules and regulations. He also emphasized the importance of safety, ensuring that we all left the course with a strong awareness of how to protect ourselves on the road. He was attentive to each student's needs and provided one-on-one guidance when necessary. The course was well-organized, and the practical riding exercises were designed to help us develop essential skills. I highly recommend Mark for anyone looking to complete the Qride course. He is a skilled and experienced instructor who genuinely cares about his students' success. I could not have asked for a better experience. Thanks for helping me achieve my motorcycle riding goals!
Fantastic experience: Mark was really fun and made it really easy to get my bike licence. Would definitely recommend
Thanks Xavier, I am super impressed on the fact that you got your license as soon as legally possible. Enjoy the rides Mark
Fantastic experience: Had a great experience, I learnt alot an upgraded my skillsets with new techniques very knowledgeable and friendly
Fantastic experience: I Did my unrestricted R license with Mark, he made it simple and clear each step through the course, highly recommend his service. Earned my 5 star review
Negative experience: They never returned the AU$250 deposit and deducted 2 weeks more from my card details that I provided them. They owe me AU$500 and they don't respond to my emails.
Fantastic experience: Did my RE-O test today, passed with flying colours! Thanks to Mark from Top Rider! Very friendly (Mark and rest of the staff) teaches you everything properly, if you get confused, he will take his time to explain it all thoroughly to help you understand if your having any trouble. I highly recommend them for your Qride lessons!
Fantastic experience: Fantastic knowledge and training provided by Mark at Top Rider Nerang! Easy to book, pay and learn from experienced and knowledgeable trainers. Very happy with their service and expertise!
Thanks Mia
Fantastic experience: Completed my RE course today with Mark. He is an absolute legend and you can see he is so passionate about motorbikes and passing on this knowledge to up and coming riders. Highly recommend Top Rider at Nerang.
Thank you Jason, see you on the road !
Fantastic experience: So I'm a rider that has a RE open license that was looking for some extra help with some slow speed manoeuvres. I had Mark as my instructor, and he was able to guide me step by step with all my flaws and gave me good direction on how I should improve. He was very patient and spent the time explaining why I should do each step. If you're a returning rider, a current rider with some skill or a new rider I would recommend you go to get some extra training. Mark was a wonderful instructor and I'm sure the other team members would take the same care in teaching their students. I'm definitely coming back for my open licence test in a few months Thank you again for all the help during the lesson, the tips were invaluable.
Fantastic experience: Did both my Re L and Re O with top rider, Mark really knows his stuff and I wouldn't recommend any other Q ride course, and they have sick gear!
Fantastic experience: Very personable and enjoyable experience getting both my L's and RE here. Will probably be back for my Opens
Fantastic experience: Have done my whole license here from start to finish, learners to open. Cannot recommend mark enough. Covers everything you need to know to ride on the road safely and build genuinely good habits. Very knowledgeable and just all round awesome bloke.
Fantastic experience: Great instructor easy to deal with & provide a good service I did my pre-learners & will be back to get my ps when I'm allowed
Fantastic experience: Would recommend this course to everyone who want to get their licence. A great day with the instructor ( Mark ) Going over everything and explains everything in detail. The Ride was amazing, From Hill Starts , U- Turns, Stopping, Cornering, Giveaway , & most important was the safety.
Fantastic experience: Had a fantastic weekend, learned heaps. Great instruction. Highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: Very pleasant and honest business.
Fantastic experience: I did my re & r courses with mark . He is a brilliant instructor , full of knowledge. He will put u in comfort zone & teaches u. I drove all the way from Stanthorpe to Gold Coast to do my courses & I think I have picked the right place to do so . I wish I had more stars to give to mark . Highly recommended place to do ur q ride courses.
Fantastic experience: Great experience with top Rider! Mark was absolutely helpful and competent. Highly recommend it!!
Fantastic experience: Just did my two day course at top rider with Mark, he was very helpful with me teaching me how to ride a motorbike using the gears. I feel more confident riding on the roads! Definitely recommend going to top rider to get your license.
Fantastic experience: Mark was amazing at teaching me how to ride. I have never ridden a motorbike before and he made me feel relaxed and at ease. Would highly recommend Top Rider Gold Coast!
Fantastic experience: Mark did a great job providing guidance and support to the help all our group to pass the course. Lots of knowledge, skills and patience. Thanks for again Mark.
Fantastic experience: This course has saved my live at least 3 times . Anybody can ride a motorcycle but not everyone can stop in time . These guys are truly inspiring and talented and very patient. They will teach you to do an emergency stop that will not only save your life but possibly someone else’s as well . What you learn here will stay with you for the rest of your motorbike days and will automatically be accessible from your brain to your hand brake in a split second when the time comes and that’s very cool .
Fantastic experience: Today I had my first ever experience riding a motor bike. I was nervous at the start but he made it fun!! My instructor Mark made me feel confident, capable and at the end of the lesson really excited that I actually did it. Mark, explained things well and was patient with me. I would highly recommend him.
Thanks Sam. You did great
Fantastic experience: Great place and trainers! Despite a few mishaps on my part, they made sure everything went smoothly and I passed my test!
Fantastic experience: Had an absolutely fantastic learning experience with Mark. A very friendly person, great instructor and incredibly knowledgeable. He's the exact person you'd want to learn how to ride from.
Fantastic experience: After many years out of the seat, finally bit the bullet and did the pre-learners course. Mark's professionalism and relaxed demeanour made the task of regaining my skills (and learning a few that I was never taught) a pleasant experience. I would highly recommended Top Rider.
Positive experience: Awesome day awesome team of instructors very friendly
Positive experience: I highly recommend the tuition and instruction i received at Toprider on the Gold Coast. Jeff my instructor was very thorough and patient and taught me things i didn't know despite some previous riding experience in years past. I would definitely do further training with them in future when i need to. Cheers Toprider and thank you.
Fantastic experience: These guys are awesome. Knowledgeable, patient and fun! Thanks Jeff for all your help ! ☺️
Thanks Tamika it was our pleasure have fun and stay safe. Cheers Jeff.
Fantastic experience: Having only ever learnt how to ride by YouTube and with friends, the courses by Top Rider really gave me an extensive understanding of both the theory and practical elements of motorcycle riding. The instructor, Mark, took his time and made sure I understood and was comfortable with each module as we went. Over the two day course I went from being able to make a bike move, to being able to ride a bike confidently and above all, safely!
thanks Miles
Fantastic experience: I had the best day yesterday … getting my RE Bike Licence!! I was the only one getting tested on the day, so was a little nervous. Jeff, my assessor, was amazing. He made me feel totally at ease and it was a real personal experience. The day consisted of not only being assessed, but also being taught on how I can improve on being a better rider. Even though I was the only one there, Jeff went through the process in a very professional manner - covering all elements needed to pass the course. I cannot speak highly enough of this business. I can’t wait to jump on my bike and apply those new/revised skills when I am riding. Thank you Jeff and Top Rider - Gold Coast.
Hi Joshua! We are so pleased to hear about your positive experience with Jeff and Top Rider. It is validating to our team knowing we are providing this level of service and care to you, as it is our primary goal. Thank you for you support from your friends as Top Rider Gold Coast.
Fantastic experience: Recently did a course through Top Rider. Jeff was a fantastic trainer - patient, friendly and a great communicator. Definitely recommend.
Thanks heaps Jacob.
Fantastic experience: ‘‘Twas proper bo I tell thee
Thanks BB
Fantastic experience: Did my R course with Mark, very knowledgeable & a top bloke!
thanks Sean.
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Thanks Adam.
Fantastic experience: Completed my opens license with Mark yesterday and I couldn’t be any happier with the time and effort he put’s in with his students. Cheer’s Mark Would highly recommend top rider Australia to anyone wanting to get or upgrade there license.
Your welcome Kody well done.
Fantastic experience: Great day today with Jeff testing knowledge and competency to step up to my R open class licence. Highly recommend them for all your bike training and licensing requirements.
Thanks Ashley.
Fantastic experience: There were some term that I couldn’t book a course through the website but they now have a new owner and new location. Two years ago I had a training course, after that I took an RE course and I got my restricted licence. The training course is very helpful for someone who is not confident on streets as you will go to streets on the test anyway. Mark is a warm and helpful person, I am happy that I have got my open license with him.
Thank you Fumika, it was a pleasure to train you :-)
Fantastic experience: Highly skilled and experienced trainers, along with great communication and feedback, made for an awesome and informative afternoon of riding, to upgrade to my R licence. Would highly recommend the team at Nerang
Fantastic experience: Mark is a great instuctor with a life time of knowledge and skills, answers any questions super friendly and the course was great Love it.
Fantastic experience: Thanks Top rider Nerang for help me to get my RE L licence. Special thanks to Mark he's high experienced rider, easy and funny way to learn with him. Anyway! Let's ride!!!! ✊✊
Thank you Fabio for your feedback!! See you on the road
Fantastic experience: Had an amazing and entertaining experience with Mark. He made it so fun to learn and made everyone feel comfortable.. way cool
Thankyou for your feedback! See you on the road
Fantastic experience: Hi my name is Mitch, and I've completed the Advanced Rider Training Courses Level 1 and 2, and can honestly not recommend them enough to all of my rider mates. I'm not kidding when I say that just those 2 days of training have transformed the way I ride my bike, and now not only do I feel like a way more confident rider, I'm also having a lot more fun riding because riding smoother, faster, and safer. You don't know what you're doing wrong until someone shows you and helps you feel what it's like to do it right, and as a lover of 2 wheels this could potentially save our life one day. 100% do it.
Fantastic experience: I've had great experiences with the staff there, especially Mark! I went from never riding all the way to my open license thanks to the help of a top notch crew. Thanks so much!
Thankyou Miriam for your feedback! We are so glad you enjoyed your experience with us, See you on the road
Fantastic experience: Our teacher Mark is amazing, he made the course fun whilst making sure we had all the necessary knowledge to get out on the road safely. He has a wealth of knowledge and is eager to pass it on which is fantastic. Highly recommend this course and this company.
Thank you Sarah for your feedback!! So glad you enjoyed your course and we look forward to seeing you back in 3 months for your RE. See you on the road
Fantastic experience: I have just had my RE practical test this week with Jim, up in gladstone Qld. He was very professional and easy to talk with. He made it a fun day/test. Definitely the best instructor that I have seen with toprider.
Hi Daniel, thanks for sharing your experience. Stay safe out on the road and we look forward to seeing you again in the futur :)
Negative experience: terrible refund policy. I had to change the date do new work commitments coming in the week before and the price to cancel or reschedule was the same as the what i originally paid
Afternoon Hayden, we are sorry you feel that way. As discussed over the phone unfortunately you signed onto these conditions upon booking. We understand sudden work commitments are out of your control but our policies are in place to protect our trainers work within certain time periods, hence the 7day rescheduling fee you signed for. Unfortunately 4days before your course is within this policy. Understandably your course was only a 2hr course hence being low priced and unfortunately our rescheduling fee comes to the same price.
Fantastic experience: Jamie is a great instructor, very professional and certainly knows the bike and safety business. The entire Team are very helpful with a vast array of courses on all levels and I highly recommend them
Very glad you enjoyed your experience with us Garry! Hope to see you back soon :)
Fantastic experience: Instructor was great. the Irishman was very nice giving me time to explain suspension tuning tips. Would recommend to friends
Fantastic experience: Love this place! Best bunch of people out and loved the experience.
Fantastic experience: I was originally very nervous about learning to ride but the learner training course here made it so chilled out and fun. Instructors were incredibly knowledgeable, helpful and fun (Mark + GMan) - they both have a genuine passion for riding skills and safety. Had a blast and learnt a lot. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to get on a bike.
Fantastic experience: Awesome couple of days, i learnt a lot and everyone enjoyed it. If you struggle with something just speak up and they'll help out! Absolutely loved it and i passed!
Fantastic experience: Awesome course, completed the Pre Learners two day course and it taught me everything I needed from scratch! Amazing
Fantastic experience: The best of the best! Was so stoked with my experience a top rider! Such a great team! Left leaving confident about my riding skills! Wouldn’t recommend another school!
Thank you so much for your amazing review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your course and hope to see you in our future courses with us
Fantastic experience: I have wanted to get my License for a few months now and these guys were the best trainers you can get. Big cheers to Mark and G for making the course as fun as possible.
Fantastic experience: Jamie was a fantastic instructor who presented all of the content in a calm, clear and entertaining manner. The course progressed at a good pace and I always felt confident in what we were doing. Highly recommended.
Fantastic experience: Just passed my RE open license, My instructor Jamie was great and very knowledgeable. Feel more confident on the road on my bike ... Thank you Jamie and thank you Top rider for having such professional knowledgeable staff.
Thank you so much for your feedback, we greatly appreciate it! Glad you enjoyed you experience with and hope to see you back with us soon :)
Fantastic experience: Thanks a lot to Mark and the Top Rider crew at Nerang for introducing me and my wife to the wonderful world of motorcycling at their Pre-learner course. I hadn't jumped on a motorbike since my YZ80 Motor cross days and Julie has ever been on a motorbike. Mark was extremely patient, fun, professional and really supportive. A great experience we can't wait to take it to the next level. Keep on ridin, keep on rockin!
Fantastic experience: From a bloke who has ridden bikes but never had a license going into the course I thought I would just brush through. the learnings i took out of the course from the great instructors was awesome can not wait to do more as I progress as a rider thank you to the top rider team
Fantastic experience: I did my learners and refresher with Top Rider, Dave was great. I also just completed and passed my RE license, once again Dave and Jim were very helpful. I would highly recommend Top Rider.
Thank you Kym for your feedback!!
Fantastic experience: I went here for my pre-learner course it was a great course well run and gained alot of knowledge and discovered some misconceptions i had, they supply helmet, gloves and motorbike which is good. Will defenitly be back to do my RE course. They also have good helmet and gloves packages to buy. They didnt have my size in stock but got it in very quick within a day or 2.
Fantastic experience: I had a great time, had a very good instructor who was very thorough, made sure the first timers understood what was being taught, rode one of their bikes for the course which were all late model motorcycles, overall very happy with the course.
Fantastic experience: Did their advanced rider level 1 and 2 courses recently. Had fun and got a ton of confidence and learning. TR are always an absolute pleasure to deal with!
Fantastic experience: Back for the R Open after 2 years. I must be lucky that booked at the time for a private course! Tom was a great instructor! But don't forget, after the R Open, don't make it the last time training with Top Rider. They also have many advance courses, such as cornering and braking. Make it a plan for being a better rider and safer rider on road!
Fantastic experience: Getting my licence mid life and even with plenty of off road experience I learnt some important tips and had great instructors. Variety of experience within the participants and instructors handled well
Thats fantastic to hear Brian! We are glad you enjoyed your experience with us and hope to see you back soon :)
Negative experience: After having a great instructor (guy that rides with his dog in the side car) here for my RE O course, I wanted to come back to do my R course even though it’s one of the most expensive courses offered. Mid way through the course the instructor realised that the front indicators on the bike I brought were faulty and wouldn’t let me continue the course, which is fair enough. However no solution was offered to get me through the course, I was not allowed to pay for and use one of their bikes, and was given absolutely no help to overcome the situation. They were happy to tell my my day was over and take my $200 with not even a discounted rate if I was to return to redo the course. Clearly I won’t be returning and will be booking my next course with a company that values their students upgrading their licenses over taking their money.
Fantastic experience: Had a great day getting my RE Open licence. Very knowledgable trainers. Highly recommend TopRider for all your motorcycle training needs. They do more than just licence courses. Check them out!!
Fantastic experience: Both of the instructors were very knowledgeable and they way the help work through classes helps put people at ease, everything is explained very clearly and also including hints and tips from their own experience which helps to develop our own skills. Highly recommend this course
Fantastic experience: Easy course to learn, the fellas were friendly, helpful and informative - 10 out of ten champions!
Fantastic experience: Instructors are very kind.I am not good at English yet, but they spoke slowly and helped. I want to recommend here to my friends! Thank you so much!
Fantastic experience: Had a great day, learnt heaps of new technical riding skills and definitely more convenient on the road thanks
Fantastic experience: Mark and Jamie are both excellent instructors who imparted excellent knowledge on how to ride, with a big emphasis on safety. I’d recommend anyone thinking of learning to ride a motorcycle to go with Top Rider!
Fantastic experience: Great crew,helpful. Jamie is a great instructor cheers
Glad you enjoyed your time with us :) Hope to see you again soon!
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