HART is a non-profit division of Honda MPE and conducts training for all levels of motorcyclists from beginner through to advanced, ATV and Off-Road, across a broad range of the community including; the general public, private companies and Government departments such as Australia Post.

HART opened in 1989 with a 15,000 square meter training range at the Tullamarine site in Melbourne’s north. This facility is based on Honda’s highly successful Suzuka Traffic Education Centre in Japan. The Suzuka facility has been operating for over three decades and Honda’s decision to establish HART in Australia is a reflection of the companies’ international commitment to doing a great deal more than just manufacturing and marketing motorcycles.

In 1994 HART expanded by opening a second training centre in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, Kilsyth. In 1995 the Tullamarine facility was expanded to be able to operate two courses simultaneously.

HART is at the forefront of rider training technology and curriculum with the utilisation of Honda’s Riding Simulators. The simulators offer riders the opportunity to develop and improve their Hazard Perception skills, via real time simulation with the ability to replay and review the riders’ response to various hazards.

In 1999 HART expanded into other Australian states. A HART centre associated with Honda Motor Vehicles and Driver Training was established at St Ives, New South Wales. Rider training courses are being conducted under contract with the RTA to train and test riders at Learner and Provisional motorcycle level. Motorcycle rider training for more experienced riders, and motor vehicle courses are also conducted at St Ives. As of August 2008, this centre is being run by Honda MPE.

In 2003 HART conducted training for over 70,000 motorcycle riders. Overall, HART currently conducts training for 18,000 motorcyclists a year in Australia.

A fleet of current model Honda motorcycles ranging from 50cc automatic scooters and CB250s through to CB600 Hornets are supplied free of charge for all courses (except those at St Ives facility). HART offers many levels of training, each with specific objectives designed to suit the particular riders’ needs. For most courses, helmets, gloves and wet weather gear can be supplied free of charge, if required.

In September 2008, HART opened a dedicated motorcycle rider training centre at Brisbane Airport. As Queensland is now the largest motorcycle state in Australia, HART’s experience of 20 years will be a positive factor for new and existing riders.

HART also delivers ATV training to the rural community, private business, and government departments. The Course in All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Riding 21669VIC is Nationally Recognised Training, and the only ATV specific accredited course of its kind in Australia.