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RiderCourse Interactive Tour
What You'll Learn
What To Wear
Motorcycle Basics
Classroom Training
On-Motorcycle Training
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.

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation certifies your RiderCoach. 

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 will review the range signals and hand signals that will be used in the riding portion of the course.

Range Hand Signals
Range Rules
Braking
Handling

Call (800) 446-9227 for the RiderCourse nearest you.
About MSF: The Motorcycle Safety Foundation® is the internationally recognized developer of the comprehensive, research-based, Rider Education and Training System (MSF RETS). RETS curricula promotes lifelong-learning for motorcyclists and continuous professional development for certified RiderCoaches and other trainers. MSF also actively participates in government relations, safety research, public awareness campaigns and the provision of technical assistance to state training and licensing programs. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation is a national, not-for-profit organization sponsored by BMW, BRP, Harley-Davidson, Honda, Kawasaki, KTM, Piaggio, Suzuki, Triumph, Victory and Yamaha.

Mission Statement: To make motorcycling safer and more enjoyable by ensuring access to lifelong quality education and training for current and prospective riders, and by advocating a safer riding environment.

Vision: The MSF is an internationally recognized not-for-profit foundation, supported by motorcycle manufacturers, that provides leadership to the motorcycle safety community through its expertise, tools, and partnerships.
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