About Passmasters Rider Training
Motorcycle people helping riders become safer and more confident
From first-time learners to experienced road, track and adventure riders, Passmasters combines practical coaching, real-world experience and a genuine love of motorcycles.
Our story
Built around better riding, not just passing a test
Passmasters began with founder Chris Smith, who qualified as a motorcycle instructor in London more than 25 years ago. After riding across 19 countries, Chris moved to Aotearoa in 2008 and continued helping riders develop practical, repeatable skills.
That approach still shapes the business today. Passing a learner or CBTA assessment matters, but the bigger goal is helping riders observe earlier, make better decisions, control the motorcycle smoothly and enjoy riding with more confidence.
Passmasters now delivers learner training, CBTA assessments, ACC Ride Forever coaching and specialist courses across multiple North Island regions through a diverse team of motorcycle instructors.
How we coach
Supportive, practical and focused on the rider
Different riders learn in different ways. The instructor’s job is to understand where you are now and give you useful steps forward.
Clear explanations
We explain what to change, why it matters and how to practise it after the session.
Real-world relevance
Training connects directly to the roads, traffic, speeds and situations riders actually face.
No unnecessary ego
Good coaching should build confidence rather than make riders feel judged or intimidated.
Continued development
There is always another useful skill to refine, even after earning a Full licence.
What Passmasters offers
A complete rider-development pathway
Motorcycle licensing
Learner training, Basic Handling Skills, CBTA Restricted, CBTA Full and targeted assessment preparation.
ACC Ride Forever
Scooter Skills, Motorbike Skills, Bronze, Silver and Gold on-road coaching.
Specialist rider training
Slow skills, gravel and adventure, track training, motorcycle maintenance and MotoMed.
Meet the team
Riders who teach riders
The team brings experience from road riding, racing, gravel, adventure, enduro, mechanical work and professional driver training.
Chris
Qualified as an instructor in London more than 25 years ago. Chris leads the Passmasters coaching approach and still spends plenty of time teaching on road and track.
Andy A
A road and track coach with a deep interest in racing, bike preparation and rebuilding Ninja 400 race machines.
Alex
Alex enjoys helping riders sharpen their technique and carries a competitive track-riding mindset into clear, focused coaching.
Andy E
A calm, approachable road coach known for helping riders get comfortable, relax and find smoother ways to use their motorcycle.
Mikayla
The voice behind much of the Passmasters communication and a six-time New Zealand motorcycle title holder with serious off-road experience.
Rob
A smooth road rider with a trucking background who enjoys helping riders make cornering and roadcraft feel natural.
Spot
A highly practical instructor with strong mechanical knowledge and an easy way of explaining technical information.
Steve
Decades of road riding and steady hands make Steve a reassuring coach for riders building confidence and consistency.
Paul P
A racer who also appreciates the open road and helps riders combine good pace with control, planning and safety.
Ben
A versatile instructor who can coach open-road riding, low-speed technique and gravel with the same practical approach.
Kedar
An adventure-focused rider who enjoys helping people become more capable and comfortable when the sealed road ends.
Callan
Callan began his own Passmasters journey with a BHST and now helps new riders work through theirs.
Brian
Brings motorcycle and heavy-vehicle training experience together to help riders think ahead and use the road more efficiently.
Erik
A motorcycle-focused instructor who keeps learning relaxed, memorable and grounded in everyday riding.
Josh
A keen coach who specialises in helping learner and intermediate riders build skills from the ground up.
Instructor availability varies by course, date and region. Your booking confirmation identifies the trainer and venue assigned to your session.
Where we train
A mobile team across the North Island
Passmasters does not operate from a single public training centre. Courses run from multiple regional venues so riders can access training closer to home.
Auckland and Northland
Multiple learner, CBTA, Ride Forever and specialist-training venues across the wider region.
Waikato and Bay of Plenty
Training in Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupō, Whakatāne and selected surrounding areas.
Wellington and other regions
Scheduled Ride Forever and specialist courses run when dates and venues are available.
Ready to ride better?
Choose the next step in your riding journey
Start your licence, improve your roadcraft or target a specific riding skill with the Passmasters team.