Experienced RiderCourse®

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 seven-hour Experienced RiderCourse® to hone their skills and fine-tune the mental skills needed for survival in traffic.

In the classroom 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. The Experienced RiderCourse® also covers protective gear, rider responsibility, motorcycle inspection and care, the effects of alcohol and other drugs on riding, and a skill evaluation and knowledge test.

Using your own motorcycle, you’ll put into practice the techniques of managing traction, controlling rear-wheel skids, stopping quickly, cornering and swerving.

Some topics covered in the ERC:
HOW to detect hazards, perceive them correctly and do something about them
HOW to manage traction
HOW to refine swerving, braking, and cornering techniques

Things you will need for class:
A street Legal motorcycle that passes a safety inspection by the instructor. Extensively modified bikes such as "choppers" may not be used.
Proof of Insurance for the motorcycle used in training
Written permission for use of the motorcycle if not owned by the student
Helmet and eye protection
Gloves that completely cover the fingers and palms
Long sleeved shirt or jacket
Long pants-jeans, leather or other heavy material
Over the ankle leather footwear with low heels

Experienced Rider Course