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What You'll Learn in this Motorcycle Training Course

In the Basic RiderCoursesm, you will learn:
• To have more fun by riding your motorcycle safely.
• The basics: what to wear, how to start and stop your motorcycle, and motorcycle controls.
• Street strategies to avoid trouble and stay safe.
• How to maneuver your motorcycle in tough situations.

Swerving, avoiding collisions, special situations,
lane changes, passing, and avoiding hazards.
The Basic RiderCoursesm is a 15 hour program, which provides classroom and actual motorcycle operator training in a controlled, off-street environment.
No experience is necessary, this is a beginner motorcycle training class; a good sense of balance is required (it is recommended that you be able to ride a bicycle).
 

Basic RiderCourseSM Motorcycle Training - Covered Topics
 

Here's a short list of some of the topics covered in this motorcycle training course.
  • Introduction to motorcycling
  • Protective gear / What to wear
  • Controls such as the clutch and brakes
  • Pre-ride inspection of your motorcycle
  • Preparing to ride your motorcycle on the class range
  • Street strategies to avoid trouble and stay safe
  • Driving and riding impairments such as use of alcohol and drugs
  • How to maneuver your motorcycle
  • Avoiding obstacles
  • Lane changes
  • Passing
  • Riding at night
  • Collision avoidance skills
  • Swerving
  • Special situations
  • Carrying a passenger or cargo
  • Dealing with tire failure
  • Dealing with animals
  • And other topics to increase your motorcycle riding enjoyment and safety.
 

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