Motorcycle School - How to Pass a Driver's License Test
Completion of a safety course for motorcycles usually eliminates the need to take a driver's license test. The course will teach how to anticipate other drivers, keep an appropriate distance from them, and safely ride to your level of skill.
The training includes both instruction in the classroom and hands-on riding. Arrive on time. Late arrivals can disrupt the schedule of the class.
Classroom Instruction
The MSF Basic Rider Course is the perfect course for anyone looking to learn how to ride a motorcycle or scooter. This course combines classroom instruction with actual riding instruction for scooters and motorcycles in an off-street, controlled setting. The BRC is for novices and will help you avoid the MVC road test. It teaches street tactics including how to brake efficiently and how to navigate in tight spaces, how you can change lanes and avoid causing any dangers.
The 5-hour ePackage 1 (eP1) course can be completed as a stand-alone program or as a pre-requisite to the hands-on part of the BRC. The eCourse includes interactive lessons, video clips, and graphics to help you experience the fundamentals of motorcycling. You may qualify for insurance discounts if successfully complete the course.
To be eligible for a course completion certificate and take part in the riding-skill evaluation, the ePackage 1 (eP1) must be completed within 30 days of the BRC course's start date. If the eCourse is not completed and the course is not completed, no refund will be given. Participants must have a valid driver's licence to take part in the BRC.
The CLASS program, a 2-day rider-training class, allows you to develop your riding skills on a street-legal motorbike or scooter, which is provided by the school. This course is taught by MSF Certified instructors. The emphasis is on developing your confidence, skills, and understanding of the operating system of your scooter or motorcycle. The class includes instruction in the classroom, riding drills and a rider skill assessment.
The course is based on the lessons of Reg Pridmore, three-time AMA Superbike Champion and his carefully selected team of instructors. Their philosophy has been refined over 50 years of riding, racing and teaching. The ideas are explained in a straight forward manner so that they are simple to comprehend and apply. The result is a more confident, capable and safer rider.
Practice Range
A significant portion of your motorcycle training will be conducted at a practice field in which you can improve and test your riding skills in a controlled environment. The range is usually closed to traffic so you can practice safely. Your RiderCoach will walk you through the fundamental controls of your motorcycle and the procedure before taking you on the range. At the end of each session, your RiderCoach will score you on five skill evaluation exercises that cover limited-space maneuvers as well as braking and cornering. If you successfully get through the riding-skills evaluation you will be awarded a BRC Road Test Waiver Completion Card (a license waiver).
It is essential to bring your motorcycle safety gear to classand your RiderCoach will provide helmets for students who don't own them, but be sure to wear a DOT-approved helmet. You should also wear long pants with a non-flare fabric, full fingered gloves, boots that go over the ankle or shoes and eye protection.
When you take a motorcycle safety course you'll likely spend about five hours in the classroom, learning the basics of your motorcycle and its operation prior to when you head out to ride on the range. After that your instructor will assist you improve your riding skills by guiding you through straight-line riding shifting and turning as you progress to more complicated maneuvers, like emergency braking and swerving. The course will conclude with a final riding-skill evaluation and you'll be awarded the certificate of completion and could be eligible for a discount on your motorcycle insurance.
In many states, completing a motorcycle safety course is the only way for novice riders to obtain their licenses. Contact your local DMV to determine if a course or recommendation is required. Join a Motorcycle Safety Foundation approved program. This could be used to waive the road test administered by the DMV.
The MSF's Basic RiderCourse is designed for beginners and can be completed at various locations throughout the country. This course combines approximately five hours of classroom instruction and 10 hours on the bike. More Support is the fastest way to obtain an MMV license and could be a good way to get insurance discounts.
Feedback from Instructors
"The instructors were extremely professional and knowledgeable. They are concerned about their students and it is evident. They will teach you the fundamentals of riding on a motorbike. This class is highly recommended for any motorcycle rider, no matter their age or previous experience.
The instruction in the classroom was insightful and thought-provoking. The riding instruction was a combination of both the theory and the practice, but the real highlight was the feedback from the instructor. They didn't say "OK", but they gave you the reasons why you did it wrong. For instance, "You looked down at the handlebars", "You gave it too many gas", "Your wrists are bent", "You shifted too early", or "You weren’t pushing down on your foot peg". Then they explained to you how to fix it.
This kind of personal coaching is the kind of coaching you get in a high-quality training course and is what differentiates this class from many other classes. Some riders might consider this to be harsh however in my opinion it's necessary to give the student the best chance of passing the test and remaining safe on the bike.
I've taken courses in the past and the instructor never gave me any feedback. If a student doesn't pose a clear danger or hindering the advancement of others in the group, there's no reason why instructors should have the final word on whether or not a student is able to pass the course.
I believe that any moto school that does not offer personal coaching is missing an essential element of their curriculum and does not deserve the high marks they are awarded in student reviews. The best way to learn quickly and safely is to go through the Basic RiderCourse followed by private lessons. You can learn from an experienced instructor to avoid making mistakes and start riding with confidence and knowledge you will use for an entire lifetime. A majority of states will waive the written and riding license endorsement tests for students who have completed a specialized RiderCourse, and some insurance companies offer discounts for those who complete a course.
Final Exam
During the second half of the course you will learn about road skills, such as the ability to brake and accelerate, shifting gears, turning and steering. This part of the course is completed when you pass an evaluation of your riding skills. This part of the class is what determines if you will receive your motorcycle license waiver card. The test will cover actions that the DMV driver examiner will search for during your test to determine your license. It's fine if you don't pass the exam. Keep up the good work and do your best to pass next time.
If you pass the test the instructor will give you a certificate of completion that can be used for a reduction in insurance for motorcycles. You will also be a licensed motorcycle rider and will be able to legally ride your motorcycle on the streets.
The MSF 3-wheel BRC is a research-based and action-oriented program designed to teach new 3-wheel motorcyclists of any age the physical and mental abilities required for riding safely on the street. The 3-WBRC offers classroom instruction and two full days of "on 3WMC" instruction on motorbikes that are specifically designed to be used for training purposes. The successful completion of this course qualifies you to receive an NYS DMV road test waiver to operate three-wheeled motorcycles only.
Students must be 16 years of age and have a motorcycle helmet that is DOT approved. If under the age of 18 years, a parent or guardian must sign an New York State Covid Release waiver and indemnification form prior to the start of the class. Wearing sturdy riding pants (denim) and leather boots or athletic shoes are required, and eye protection is strongly recommended. Helmets are available for loan or you can bring your own.
To receive your certificate of completion of your motorcycle course you must pass the five-hour ePackage 1 online course. The eCourse has to be completed within 30 days from the date you begin your riding course. The online eCourse has to be completed on a computer or mobile device. There will be no refunds if you enroll without having a valid driver's license.