Western Sydney’s aspiring motor mechanics can now master the trade on a brand-new motorcycle donated to TAFE NSW by Kawasaki Motors Australia.

Data from the Bureau of Infrastructure and Transport Research Economics shows that there are more than 281,000 motorcycles on New South Wales roads, a number that has consistently increased over the years.

This rise in motorcycle popularity underscores the need for a continuous pipeline of skilled motorcycle mechanics to meet the growing demand.

As the only TAFE NSW campus in the Western Sydney region offering the Certificate III in Motorcycle Mechanical Technology, the Mount Druitt campus serves as the primary training hub for aspiring motorcycle mechanics.

Thanks to Kawasaki Motors Australia, these learners now have access to a brand-new Kawasaki KV230 Stockman to support their training as future motorcycle technicians.

According to Canstar, Kawaski Motors Australia is ranked one of the top five best rated motorcycle brands in the country.

TAFE NSW Mount Druitt students, Matthew Pace and Laura Callaghan, are keen to get to work on the bike.

“In our shop we work on a lot of Japanese bikes, including Kawasaki’s. It’s important we get the training from TAFE NSW on these bikes because the skills will be required when we are on the job,” said Laura.

“In the workplace, we don’t get to choose what we work on, so we must be prepared for all makes. We get lots of Kawasaki’s coming through the door, so it’s great that Kawasaki have paired up with TAFE NSW,” said Matthew.

TAFE NSW Automotive Head Teacher Andrew Berta is proud that students will have access to top of the range models for learning.

“We want to ensure that TAFE NSW students receive practical training that will set them up for success in the industry. Learning on the Kawasaki motorcycle prepares them for what they will encounter in the workshops, making them job ready.”

“We are pleased to have this relationship with Kawasaki, helping us to build a pipeline of skilled motorcycle mechanics in Western Sydney.”

Kawasaki Motors Australia Assistant Manager Jeremy Fuller is excited to work with TAFE NSW to upskill the next generation of motorcycle mechanics.

"Over the last few years, Kawasaki Motors Australia has developed a strong relationship with TAFE NSW through product donation and support. We aim to provide the latest products and diagnostic service tools so that apprentice technicians can benefit from learning on modern machinery. Aside from the donation of motorcycles and diagnostic service tools, we have also trained some teachers on best practice for delivering mostly diagnostic training focused on Kawasaki products.”

Media contact: Catherine Johnston, TAFE NSW Communications Specialist, catherine.johnston22@tafensw.edu.au, 0481 007 746