| The Basic RiderCourse is a
three-day course taught by RiderCoaches certified by the Motorcycle
Safety Foundation (MSF) using curriculum developed by MSF. All
riders in California under 21 years of age must successfully
complete this course to obtain a motorcycle license or endorsement.
Upon successful completion of the Basic RiderCourse, students are
given a Certificate of Completion of Motorcycle Training (DL389).
The motorcycle riding test given by the DMV may be waived with this
certification and graduates may also qualify for insurance premium
discounts with some motorcycle insurers.
The Basic RiderCourse is aimed at beginning riders of all ages 15
1/2 or older. To take this course, you must present a valid driver’s
license, learner’s permit, or a certificate showing completion of
classroom portion of driver’s education. If under 18, a waiver must
be signed by a parent or guardian.
A minimum of five hours classroom instruction prepares the
student for at least ten hours of practical riding in a controlled,
off-street environment. Motorcycles and helmets for use in the
course are included in your course fee. Fees are $150 for students
under 21 and $250 for students 21 and over. The motorcycles used in
the course are 125cc, 200cc or 250cc.
In this course, you'll learn how to operate a motorcycle safely,
with emphasis on the special skills and mental attitudes necessary
for dealing with traffic.
RiderCoaches will start you off with straight-line riding,
turning, shifting and stopping. You'll gradually progress to
cornering, swerving and emergency braking. In the classroom you'll
learn about the different types of motorcycles, their
characteristics, and how they operate. The RiderCoaches, all
experienced motorcyclists, will advise you on what to wear for
comfort, visibility and protection. You'll find out how alcohol and
other drugs affect your ability to ride safely. A very important
segment of the course will show you how to create your own strategy
for riding in traffic, and how to deal with critical situations. The
course concludes with a knowledge test and skill evaluation. |
Courses in the Experienced RiderCourse
(ERCSM) Suite are taught by RiderCoaches certified by the Motorcycle
Safety Foundation (MSF) using curriculum developed by MSF.
Even if you've been riding for some time, there's always
something new to learn. Increasing numbers of seasoned riders are
flocking to the five- to six-hour Experienced RiderCourse Suite
courses to hone their skills and fine-tune the mental skills needed
for survival in traffic.
On the range you'll discuss with your peers how to balance the
mental and physical aspects of safe riding, manage risk, increase
visibility and optimize your lane position. These courses also
provide valuable information about protective gear, rider
responsibility, motorcycle inspection and care, and the effects of
alcohol and other drugs on riding. Optional skill evaluation and
knowledge tests are available.
Using your own motorcycle, you'll put into practice the
techniques of managing traction, stopping quickly, cornering and
swerving. The ERC Suite courses may qualify graduates for insurance
premium discounts with some motorcycle insurers.
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