Organisations: DVSA & TSO
Date of Publication: May 2025
Uploaded to Knowledge Centre: 30 September 2025
A new edition of ‘The Official DVSA Guide to Riding – the essentials skills’ has been launched by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency’s official publisher, TSO.
Whether a learner, an experienced motorcyclist or an instructor, the book helps riders develop safe skills for life. The publication includes information on attitude and behaviour, as well as important riding concepts such as counter-steering and negotiating bends.
Key features include:
• Riding in all conditions – expert advice on riding safely and confidently at night, in bad weather conditions, on motorways and through roadworks.
• The Highway Code – fully updated to align with The Official Highway Code.
• New motorcycle technology section – the new Advanced Rider Assistance Systems (ARAS) section shows riders how to use technology effectively and safely.
Find out more about publication on the Safe Driving for Life website