Aspen Rider Training
Motorcycle Instruction in London
AAA
LONDON
Greater London
E14 3HW
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About
Sadly, Aspen stopped trading on 28FEB10. ... ... ...
Trade Bodies / Associations
Aspen is an Authorised Training Body approved by the Driving Standards Agency. Aspen is also a member of the Motorcycle Industry Training Association. Our instructors are also members of the Institute of Advanced Motorists, RoSPA and listed on the Register of Post-Test Motorcycle Trainers (RPMT) with the DSA.
Specialist Services
One-to-one training is available. Flexible course schedules available. We have instructors qualified to teach IAM/RoSPA advanced riding to full motorcycle licence holders.
Trading Since
2005
Reviews
Superb School
Friendly yet professional. Training and course structure was excellent, leaving me with a full bike licence and confidence on the road.
Tim Hillier - 10/11/2009 | report this review
First Class Service, Highly recommended
Right. Im going to keep this very simple, That is how Norman at Aspen Riders taught me to ride safely. Before starting my course, I had never ridden a geared motorbike. I choose to go with Aspen simply because of their non-pushy way of offering me a relaxed, reassuring and safe service. I signed up for a DAS course as it was very well planned out ( 2 students to 1 senior instructor) and other schools were offering 3-4 students to 1 instructor. The lessons are designed to help you become safer on the road and make you feel comfortable and aware whilst riding, simple. Their personal and friendly manner helped me to stay calm and learn faster. I had doubts about myself passing the DAS half way through the course as I suffer from nerves, but Norman instilled belief in me which helped me achieve success first time around, I can now ride any bike I want " triumph" and all leathers here I come. Thanks Norman, Nick, Anne for all your hard efforts and sticking with me even when I doubted myself ïŠ , see you on the advance course soon. I would suggest anyone thinking of learning to ride to go and have a chat face to face with the guys at Aspen Riders, you'll feel relaxed and informed straight away as these guys know what it takes to put safe and confident riders on the road. Highly recommended Haroon
Haroon Khwaja - 01/10/2009 | report this review
First Class Service
Right. im going to keep this very simple, because thats how Norman at Aspen Taught me to ride safely. I had never ridden a motorbike before. I choose to go with Aspen simply because of their non pushy way of offering me relaxed, reasuring and safe service. I signed up for a DAS course as it was very well planned out ( 2 students to 1 senior instructor) and other schools were offering 3-4 students to 1 instructor. The lessons are designed to help you become safer on the road and make you feel comfortable and aware, simple. I had doubts half way through my course as I suffer from nerves, but Norman instilled belief in my which helped me achieve success first time around, I can now ride any bike I want " triumph" and all leathers here I come. Thanks Norman, Nick, Anne for all your hard efforts, see you on the advance course soon Haroon
Haroon Khwaja - 01/10/2009 | report this review
Professional outfit, focussed on you...
All rider training schools are not the same! I just passed my DAS first time with Aspen with no minors. Aspen may not be the cheapest, but they are totally focussed on you and they really care that you not only pass the test, but that you become a good rider. Both the CBT and the DAS course are two pupils to one intsructor. This ensures that you get focussed attention from the instructor and you benefit from learning with someone else who might be making different mistakes to you. This is a good way to learn. We were trained by Norman (the owner) who was very patient and knowledgable. I can't recommend Aspen highly enough. If you are in doubt then contact Norman yourself, he will talk through your options and try to understand your level of experience and what might be best for you. Everybody wants a good deal during these tough times, but I would recommend you don't make your decision based upon price alone. You pay for quality, and that is what you get with Aspen. Thanks Norman and Anne (and Haroon!) Charlie Osborne.
Charlie Osborne - 29/09/2009 | report this review
New DAS test = Fun thanks to Aspen
I don't normally write online reviews and have only ever written a complaint before but I feel compelled to give praise where it is due, and that is squarely in the hands of Aspen. Norman was a fantastic teacher who acted professionally, he was informative and above all patient which is something that was absent a previous school I went to. The motorbike I used was good for the job, well maintained and felt about 50% better than the bike I had used at a previous school. Amazingly Aspen made my experience of passing the brand new DAS test enjoyable! Thanks Norman. Steve
Steven White - 07/05/2009 | report this review
Brilliant course, thanks Aspen!
I just finished my DAS course with Aspen and passed my exam at the first attempt, so a big thanks to Norman at Aspen. The 4 day course broken up over 2 weekends was a great way to learn as it allows you to rest and allow all of the information and techniques to set in, instead of it being rammed down your throat in a 4 day intensive course. Norman is a top instructor and really takes the time to teach you how to be a good rider and not just to pass the test, which has helped to make me feel in greater control on the road. The instructors were true professionals, dealing with pupils in a respectful manner (unlike other schools I have attended). Yes, the course is slightly more expensive than the competition, if you can call them that, but I am convinced the value for money is greater with Aspen. I will be returning in the near future for advanced training. Thanks again Norman and Aspen.
Andrew Gardiner - 26/03/2009 | report this review
Passed with no minors!
Ultimately I passed my test easily first time with no minors. I previously had 2 months experience riding a 125 so wasn't a novice but wasn't very experienced. For the lessons I was paired with a complete novice (just the 2 of us with 1 instructor) but never felt held back - on the contrary I always felt challenged but comfortable. The sense of teamwork was awesome and led to a high intensity of teaching that was always very well explained and conducted (and learned by us!) but was exhausting. That is why the 2 weekend format works so well - after a weeks break I was much better on the 500 and picked up everything really quickly. At the end of the day I can't imagine a better course or better instructor (than Norman) which is demonstrated by the hard proof of my test result and subjectively by the great way I feel and have felt during the training. I spoke to schools that wanted £500 or so for an intensive 4 day consecutive course but I am so glad I paid a bit extra for Aspen - it was well worth it. I will definitely be coming back for advanced training when I am ready. Thanks a million Aspen and Norman!
Michael Bull - 26/03/2009 | report this review
Great Experience
I have had some motorcycling experience before booking my DAS with Aspen. They have taken into account that I wasn't a complete novice and structured the course as such that I had great fun along the way. Could not have been better prepared for my test!! Defo worth it booking with Aspen! Thanks Ant and Norman
Barry Winter - 28/01/2009 | report this review
Pure Class!
I have just finished my training and passed my test. Wanted to write this review as a thank you for the quality instruction i recieved at Aspen. I had previously been to 2 other schools which by comparison now seem poor. Firstly the attitude of the instructors particularly Norman is refreshing. He seems to have a real love of teaching and maintains only the highest quality in his approach to instruction. His aim was not to teach you to pass the test but to be able to ride safely and confidently for life. (A much greater challenge than passing the test). He seems to appreciate that good customer service is paramount when running a buisness which many other schools seem to forget. The equipment and bikes were in great condition adding to the enjoyment of the experience. I first learnt on old poorly maintained bikes which were horrible to ride (which i didnt know at the time). This is just another example of the pride the company takes in its work. I wound not hesitate to recommend Aspen to anyone wanting to learn to ride. It should be mentioned that the prices are a little more than some other schools but the level of training more than makes up for it. I retrospect i wish i had gone to Aspen first. Thank you Norman!!
Mike Murugiah - 21/01/2009 | report this review
great course
Really enjoyed doing the DAS course a couple of weeks ago and passed the test at the first attempt. Different approach here as the course is taught in 2 parts with a few days break in between to recover and let things sink in. Definitely worked for me - i was knackered by the end of day 2 - couldn't imagine being on good form after 4 days solid. The emphasis is on teaching what good riding is all about, not just practicing for the test, and the rides out are really enjoyable in themselves. I'd definitely go back for more, just the small matter of a bike to sought out first...
Richard Moores - 22/12/2008 | report this review
the best
i've just passed my bike test thanks to aspen. with them you are trained to such a high level that the test is almost easy. i love you guys
david haroon - 12/09/2008 | report this review
The Only School to train with
I passed my DAS with Aspen having previously failed at another school. The attitude at Aspen is refreshing , the equipment and training top notch and you are never left waiting around as they are always on time. I would definately recommend Aspen Rider training to anyone looking to take their DAS
Toon Boo - 28/07/2008 | report this review
Highly Recommended - professionals who love to teach and ride
Top-notch service and instruction from beginning to end. I registered with Kickstart Rider training but was made to wait for several weeks as they had scheduling problems. I demanded my deposit back and went with Aspen RT -- a wise decision. Norman and his team were excellent and the bikes and gear was well maintained. I started as a newbie and I did the CBT with Norman, followed by two days on 125cc and two days on 500cc with Anne. Student/instructor ratio was 2:1 throughout. The CBT is taught in a large parking lot and the DAS course took us though a wide range of country and urban riding. Norman is an excellent instructor: a people person who loves bikes and takes pride in his work and the business he runs. Anne, on her racy Triumph Daytona, is an excellent mentor who (using radio voice controls) guided us through the techniques and addressed any weak spots in our performance. Learning can be stressful at times but at no time did I ever feel let down by the instructors or the equipment. In the end I passed with no faults and look forward to building on the skills Aspen has provided.
D K - 14/07/2008 | report this review
Recommended - professional,reliable service
Having just passed my test, I am happy to recommend Aspen Rider Training. The instructors were through, with emphasis more on good riding than just getting you through your test. The training sessions were 2 students to 1 instructor, and I was always paired with someone of a similar ability, so there was never any hanging around waiting for someone to catch up. Training was split, two days around the test centre and two days elsewhere to get some experience of twisty, country lanes which is useful as i don't plan on limiting my riding to London only. Training was good fun and well paced, and I plan to go back for a some advance rider training once I've upgraded my little 125cc for something with a bit more oomph!!
Caroline R - 09/07/2008 | report this review
Quality School - Highly Recommended
Top quality school with outstanding customer services and instructor quality, very friendly and helpful as well as professional and efficient. I had a 5 day package deal with this company starting with CBT and going on to a full DAS course, from the outset they were very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. This small company charges very competitve rates as well as realising what is the most important thing, teaching you to ride. With never more than 2 students to an instructor at any time learning to ride and pass was never going to be a problem. Aspen Rider Training comes highly recommended from a very satisfied customer. Everyone I met on doing this course was very satisfied with everything from the bikes to the kit and the tuition including myself.
Sam Jacques - 25/06/2008 | report this review
A professional school with the right attitude - recommended
Summary - an excellent school, recommended. Detail - instructors, kit and attitude all first class. All other students I came into contact with here were satisfied or happy. I saw 4 passes out of five students. I passed with no faults. For my background see my review of Kickstart Rider training.
a a - 04/05/2008 | report this review
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