If you are under 18 years old you must pass a motorcycle safety class or if at any age have failed the Sec of State riding test twice, you must pass a motorcycle safety course to get a cycle endorsement.
If you have never or it has been some time since you operated a motorcycle, this course could be for you.
You may want to find out, without buying a motorcycle, if you like riding a motorcycle or this type of transportation is for you.
Others may take the course who have been riding for some time , but want to brush up on their riding skills.
Many take this course who ride very well, but will enroll with a novice rider to give support.
Passengers who only ride and not operate a motorcycle take the course to be familiar with the motorcycle and get knowledge to ride safely
Some take the course instead of taking the Sec. of State riding test to get their motorcycle endorsement on their driver license..Sec of state Written Test is taken to get a training permit if so desired before the Safety Course, but not required
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Any one who passes this course will get their motorcycle endorsement on their drivers license at the Sec of States Office..No other test is needed, just the completion card given out when the course is passed...Basic Rider Course
It fun and the BRC is only $50.00 Bikes provided
Returning Rider Course (RRC)(license waiver course) Only ONE DAY long.. For the experienced rider who has their OWN (no borrowed or shared) insured bike or scooter(rev.4/09) to use in the course , wants to learn to ride safely and needs a cycle endorsement on their drivers license (one day about 8+ hrs)
If you are under 18 years old you must pass a motorcycle safety class or if at any age have failed the Sec of State riding test twice, you must pass a motorcycle safety course to get a cycle endorsement
A pre-course evaluation is given to all participants to determine their riding skill level and continuation of the course..Riders must meet the standards of the evaluation before continuing with the course .A Basic Rider Course may be recomended if the skill level is not met.
YOU MUST HAVE YOUR OWN INSURED MOTORCYCLE OR SCOOTER FOR THIS COURSE
If you have been operating a motorcycle or scooter for some time (dirt or street) and want to practice your skills on your own bike, this course may be for you.
Others take this course who have been riding for sometime without a Motorcycle Endorsement on their driver license and want to ride legally and safely
Many take this course who own a scooter and want to learn to ride safely and need a cycle endorsement
Some take this course who already own a bike, want to take a safety course that is only one day long and practice their skills and get an endorsement on their license.
If you need a completion certificate for insurance purposes or update you personal safety needs take this Returning Rider Basic Rider Course (RRC)
After taking the BRC, you may want to take this course to practise your skills on you own bike, which may be larger than others you have rode.
Any one who passes this course (RRC) will get their motorcycle endorsement on their drivers license at the Sec of States Office..No other test is needed, just the completion card given out when the course is passed
Written tests taken at the Sec of States will get you a training permit to ride a bike before taking the safety course, but is not required
It fun and only $50.00 for the RRC.(license waiver course)
ARC Advanced Rider Course
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ARCAdvanced Rider Course
ARC, the Advanced Rider Course, is the public version of the military sport bike course. It is the “best” Motorcycle Safety Foundation course out there for riders of all types of motorcycles to take on their own motorcycle. The classroom is a small group discussion format. This is an interactive classroom. There is a Knowledge Test in the classroom. Any street motorcycle can be used. No loan motorcycles will be available for this course. If you can’t do the exercises on the bike you ride on the street, maybe you should not be riding it on the street. The challenge level is higher in this course. This course is not for someone who just completed a beginning rider course. It is designed for a street rider who wants to improve their skill level. A cycle endorsement is required.
. The motorcycle fatalities in southeast Michigan are the highest in the state.
The speeds and techniques used in the course require a full size range. The 1st range exercise is Basic Control.
The objectives are to practice basic control, improve control using low speed techniques, and warm the tires. Next is Quick Stops. The objective here is to improve quick stops, practice stops, and evasion techniques. Next is a stopping demonstration to show the effects of speed, and the effects of intersections. Next is Curve Adjustments. This is a fun exercise using two upper body positions, adjusting speed and path in a curve. Next is Cornering & Swerving with the goal of using a different body position in cornering, and a different body position in swerving. Then the next exercise is Multiple Curves, which aims to improve skills in curves. Next is Decreasing Radius Curves, where a rider must corner skillfully and come to a judgment quick stop. The last range exercise is called Gap Analysis & Safety Margins. The riders must change riding paths and intermix in a traffic scenario. There is a riding circuit skills test in the Detroit area.
The objectives are to practice basic control, improve control using low speed techniques, and warm the tires. Next is Quick Stops. The objective here is to improve quick stops, practice stops, and evasion techniques. Next is a stopping demonstration to show the effects of speed, and the effects of intersections. Next is Curve Adjustments. This is a fun exercise using two upper body positions, adjusting speed and path in a curve. Next is Cornering & Swerving with the goal of using a different body position in cornering, and a different body position in swerving. Then the next exercise is Multiple Curves, which aims to improve skills in curves. Next is Decreasing Radius Curves, where a rider must corner skillfully and come to a judgment quick stop. The last range exercise is called Gap Analysis & Safety Margins. The riders must change riding paths and intermix in a traffic scenario. There is a riding circuit skills test in the Detroit area.
Advanced Rider Course-ARC
Q & A
What is the Advanced Rider Course?
It is the public version of the Military Sport Bike Rider Course.
Why was it developed?
A high number of military fatalities were recorded by service men riding sport bikes in the states.
What is the overall aim of the ARC?
The overall aim is to provide rider development in the areas of risk management, decision-making, riding strategies, and rider behavior and choices.
Can any bike be used in the ARC?
For the ARC any bike may be used. Coaching on the range will be tailored to each rider for their specific motorcycle.
What are the range exercises for the ARC?
There are eight: Basic Control, Quick Stops, Stopping Demonstration, Curve Adjustments, Cornering and Swerving, Multiple Curves, Decreasing Radius Curves, Gap Analysis and Safety Margins.
Because of the design of the course and the higher speeds, a full size range must be used. The parking lot used for the range must have a good traction surface.
Does a rider use their own bike?
Yes. No loan bikes will be supplied in Michigan.
Does the bike need to be a sport bike?
No. All kinds and sizes can be used. The student motorcycles will be safety inspected before the riding begins.
What system is used to inspect the motorcycles?
T-CLOCS= Tires and Wheels, Controls, Light, Oil, chassis, Stands.
Is a cycle endorsement required?
Yes. Each rider must provide their motorcycle, cycle endorsement, insurance, and must be experienced with their motorcycle.
How much does it cost? $50.00
Are passenger allowed?
No.
Why should anyone take this class?
It’s FUN, and it helps improve your riding skill and judgment.
Is the classroom boring?
The classroom size is limited to 12. This is done to keep the interaction at a maximum level.
