Standards checks with ERS candidates
Standards checks with ERS candidates
DVSA Enhanced Rider Scheme (Q&A for ERS Instructors)
Asked by: Mark Stevens, Lightning Motorcycle Training (Oxford)
Answered by Chris Parr, Assistant Chief Driving Examiner (DVSA)
Question: Jez Tromans (VideoBiker) asking question on behalf of Mark Stevens, Lightning Motorcycle Training (Oxford) – “Can Enhanced Rider Scheme instructors who are undergoing a DVSA standards check insist they are assessed with an ERS student, rather than being standards checked whilst teaching Compulsory Basic Training (CBT)?”

DVSA response
Answer: Hi Mark, thanks for the question. If you are an ERS Instructor, then yes, you can insist on a standards check taking place whilst delivering ERS training. The DVSA don’t have a problem with this. In fact, we would encourage you to do this if you are signed up to the Enhanced Rider Scheme register.
Video also available here.
Resources for ERS instructors & ATB's
The Enhanced Rider Scheme (ERS) resources and information on this page are from a DVSA webinar that was run in association with VideoBiker on the 12th July 2018. The content of this ERS webinar (and this page) is aimed at motorcycle training schools (ATB’s) and motorcycle instructors.

It will therefore have limited value for non-instructors, who are advised to contact their local motorcycle training school (ATB) for the latest up-to-date ERS information. The full webinar is available to all instructors via VideoBiker membership (free) – join here.
ERS Instructor Q&A
ERS re-launch update
How much should ERS cost?
How long should ERS last for post-test candidates and born-again bikers?
Who should deliver the ‘blood bikers’ and ‘riding abroad’ ERS modules?
Is ERS a training route to A2, A1 and A motorcycle licences
What are the entry requirements for ERS instructors?
How is the DVSA supporting the Enhanced Rider Scheme?
What is the criteria for ERS standards checks?
What is the frequency of ERS standards checks?
Is there an ATB discount for multiple ERS instructors?
What advanced rider qualifications do new ERS instructors need?
What points are required to pass the ERS check test?
Does the new ERS raise motorcycle training standards?
How does the DVSA help to promote the Enhanced Rider Scheme?
How can motorcycle training schools better promote ERS?
Is there an ERS directory for the additional ERS modules?
Further information: DVSA Enhanced Rider Scheme
ERS offers for DVSA certified instructors & ATB's
These and other DVSA instructor rewards at videobiker.co.uk/atb/rewards