The basics: You will get a look at the primary controls, their location, and what they do on a typical motorcycle.
In addition, you'll learn the pre-ride checks you should make before getting on your motorcycle (T-CLOCS), as well as a helpful reminder of what you should do when you start your motorcycle (FINE-C) and the importance of reading your motorcycle operator's manual (MOM).
Classroom Motorcycle Training
In the classroom, you will learn about the different kinds of motorcycles, their controls and how they operate. An important segment of the course will show you how to create a strategy for dealing with normal as well as critical traffic situations. The importance of protective gear will be discussed.
Generally you will take a portion of the classroom and then the first on-motorcycle day, followed by the second portion of the classroom and the second on-motorcycle day.
There is a knowledge test at the end of the second portion of the classroom and a riding skills test at the end of the second on-motorcycle day. Passing these two tests earns you an MSF Completion Card and a licensing waiver if applicable in your state.
On-Motorcycle Training
 Approximately half of the course is on-motorcycle instruction. Motorcycles and helmets are provided.
You are taught techniques such as:
- Basics of motorcycle operation.
- Straight-line riding, turning, shifting and stopping.
- Cornering, maximum braking, and swerving.
During the on-motorcycle portion of your training on an off-street practice range, you'll learn the proper way to:
- Start your motorcycle engine and shut it down.
- Slow and brake to a stop.
- Riding in a straight line and turning.
- Shifting.
- Avoid objects by swerving correctly.
- Ride safely, enjoy your motorcycle and avoid becoming impaired.
Before starting on the range, your RiderCoach
sm will review the range
signals and hand signals that will be used in the riding portion of the course. |
