FAQs

A Phillip Island Ride Day consists of 6 x 20 minute allocated riding sessions where you can spend quality time with your motorcycle in a controlled and supervised setting, which also happens to be one of the most thrilling pieces of asphalt in the world! Riding groups are graded, meaning that you spend your time on track with riders of a similar skill/experience level. We also offer a First-timers Program which gives new track riders some extra support and initiation into what is likely to become their newfound addiction!

Yes. You will need to present a current and valid motorcycle licence (issued by the road transport authority in your state/country) upon arrival at the circuit gate. Suspended/cancelled licences, Recreational Licences and Learner’s Permits are not sufficient. Some Competition Licences may be accepted; please contact our office for more information.

Provided it is more than 7 days out from your booked event you can cancel your booking and obtain a refund, less a processing fee of $25. If it is less than 7 days to your booked event no refunds will be given. You can, however, sell your position to another rider and notify us of the rider change.

Provided it is more than 7 days out from your booked event you can transfer your booking to another date, for a processing fee of $25. If it is less than 7 days to your booked event you cannot reschedule your booking. You can, however, sell your position to another rider and notify us of the rider change.

Yes. Rain does not stop an event from running.

If the circuit is deemed a ‘wet track’ riders on slicks will not be allowed out. You will either need to change to treaded tyres or wait until the circuit is deemed dry again.

Garages are generally booked with your position - either online or over the phone - where you can select your own garage and even pit with friends. Your garage will already be open upon your arrival at the circuit. 

If a garge is not pre-booked, there will most likely be positions available on the day, however it is not guaranteed, so we recommend booking prior to the day.

Absolutely. MEGA Workshop can look after all your bike and gear requirements. Please visit Bike and Gear Hire for more information.

No, full leathers are the minimum mandatory requirement. If you don't have full leathers don't worry, you can hire them for the day. Please see Bike and Gear Hire for more information.

The minimum gear requirements are:

• Full leathers (two-piece leathers must zip securely together) – no textile clothing;
• Leather motorcycle boots (must overlap pants);
• Leather motorcycle gloves (must overlap sleeves);
• Full-face helmet which meets current Australian Standards.

For a full description of gear requirements please see Riding Gear. If you don't have the appropriate gear don't worry, you can hire gear for the day. Please see Bike and Gear Hire for more information.

MEGA Hire Department stocks multiples of each size, so whilst it is best if you can book the correct size, if you happen to get it wrong there will be other sizes available for you to try on.

You sure can. Just remember each bike will need to be scrutineered and garages fees are charged per bike.

Absolutely. MEGA performance centre offers a full tyre service at every Phillip Island Ride Day. Please see Tyre Service for more information.

Sure thing! You will still need to book two positions, one for each rider, but you are welcome to share a motorcycle.

Yes, you will be required to at least tape your mirrors; you can remove them if you choose. Don’t worry if you’re not able to do the taping yourself, we’ll do that for you at scrutineering. Please see the Motorcycle section of this website for a full list of bike requirements.

You betcha! Thanks to MEGA Workshop even those who are currently without wheels can enjoy a Phillip Island Ride Day. Please see Bike and Gear Hire for more information.

Of course! Phillip Island Ride Days are designed to be enjoyed by motorcycle enthusiasts, whether your passion lies in sports bikes, sports-tourers, pure tourers, cruisers, motards, historic bikes… whatever! Our sole purpose is to give you, the riding enthusiast, access to one of the greatest circuits in the world to explore the potential of your bike - whatever it may be.

No, tyres are required to meet the minimum tread depth (2mm above the wear indicator) both in the centre and on the sides.

Yes, fuel is available with your card at the bowsers located off the Turn #4 escape road. There are also fuel stations approximately ten minutes from the circuit towards the town centre of Cowes. It is highly recommended you fuel up just prior to arriving at the circuit so you can begin the day on a full tank. You will have time during the day to refuel if necessary.

The amount of fuel you’ll use is entirely dependent on the way you ride. You should arrive with a full tank and if possible bring a jerry can of extra fuel just to be on the safe side. Otherwise you will have time to refuel at a service station during the day if necessary.

Yes you can. However your camera and / or timing device need to be fitted as per our policies and scrutineered on your motorcycle at the beginning of the day. Please see Camera Policies for more information.

No, the day does not stop for lunch however there is ample time between sessions for a lunch break.

It is recommended you arrive at or near 7.30am at Gate 7 .This should give you time to sign on at Registrations and have your bike scrutineered before the compulsory Safety Briefing at 8.40am.

You should choose your riding group according to your level of riding and/or track experience. Detailed guidelines for group selection can be found in the Graded Groups section of this website. (Please note: under no circumstances should you select a riding group simply because it is the only group available. Booking into a group which is inappropriate for your riding ability can be dangerous and is considered a serious breach of Phillip Island Ride Days policies.)

Having said that, we will provide you with a sticker to attach to you or your motorcycle, which allows us to track your progress throughout the day. Should we find that you would be better suited to a different group on that day, we will call your name over the PA to come to registrations, where we will issue you with a new wristband for that group.

You can request the Registration staff for a group swap throughout the day, however, this is subject to availability in the desired group. (Please be aware it is considered a serious breach of Phillip Island Ride Day policies for a participant to deliberately book into a group which is not suitable for his/her riding ability.)

Also, we will provide you with a sticker to attach to you or your motorcycle, which allows us to track your progress throughout the day. Should we find that you would be better suited to a different group on that day, we will call your name over the PA to come to registrations, where we will issue you with a new wristband for that group.

We recommend The Waves which is located in Cowes, approximately ten minutes from the circuit.

The short answer is - no. However, we do recommend having Ambulance Cover as it will save a lot of money in the unlikely event of you needing to be transported. NOTE - some health insurers have an option to include Ambulance Cover within your premium, so best to check that out before attending.