Cyclesport Victoria

1    What is a cycling membership/licence and why do I need one?
Whether you are interested in competing in competitive cycling on the road or track, or you are simply looking for a recreational licence which gives you great insurance coverage, we have a licence that will suit EVERY type of cyclist.

2    What type of licence should I get?
This depends on whether you are interested in racing competitively, or whether you just want a recreational licence which covers you when you ride socially.  CSV offers licences for both the competitive and recreational side of cycling.  For more info on licences, please go to 'Membership'.

3     What age category do I fall into?
For most licences, categories are age based, such as Junior and senior racing licences, that is they are based on the year which you were born.  For Recreational licences, it is not aged based.  For more details, check Licence categories under 'Licence Categories'.

4    How do I purchase a licence?
Click here to go to our membership section.

5    Does CSV cater for the recreational cyclist?
Yes! Cyclists can purchase a RECREATIONAL licence which provides comprehensive, around the clock insurance coverage during logged training or social riding (individual and/or group) including organised events.   This cover includes but is not limited to personal accident, $20m public liability, third party, medical expenses and loss of income.  Read more here.

6     What kind of insurance do I get with my licence?
For more information on insurance coverage please go to 'Insurance Benefits'.

7    What kind of other benefits do I get with my licence?
Cycling Australia has recently formed an alliance with mysmartshopper.com.au to provide all of its members with commercial pricing on a wide range of consumer products including Electrical items, Digital Cameras, Whitegoods, Tools, Computers, Sunglasses and Fragrances. Find out more here.

8     Do I have to join a club?
Yes, you will need to affiliate with a Victorian club in order to take out a licence.  For a list of Victorian clubs, please click here.

Which club you join is entirely up to you, you might like to look at a club that is close to you in order to minimise travelling time, or you might like to look at which clubs do either track and/or road racing or other particulars. 

9    I want to transfer to another club.  Do I have complete a form?
If within the past 3 years, you were registered with one club but you wish to join another, you need to complete a transfer. Click here to download form.

10     If my licence is stolen, lost, misplaced etc. is there a fee for a new one?
Yes.  The fee for a new licence is $20.  Please contact Cycling Australia on 02 9339 5800. 

11    I am new to cycling and want to know if there are any introductory or participation/recreational licences?
Yes, we have introductory licences which enable you to 'try before you buy' a full licence/membership.  They are:

3 Ride Permits: The 3 Ride Permit is valid for 3 club races. (Not valid for Opens, Nationals or Championship events)
Day Permits: The Day Licence is a single club race permit. (Not valid for Opens, Nationals or Championship events)
'KIDZ' Licence:  A $10 KIDZ licence for J13 age riders and below for use in club events only.
VIP Junior & Women Licences: This is a full membership offered to potentially talented young junior riders (for boys J19 and below), and for Women (under the age 30).
Recreational Licence - For recreation / social riders. More info.

For full information on each type, please see "Licence Types"

12  What do I do if I have a grievance of complaint?
Cyclesport Victoria has policies in place outlining the procedures to address complaints and grievances of members. Click here to read more.