What is the Motorcycle Rider Course?
The motorcycle rider course, known as the Basic Rider Course (BRC), is a complete, hands-on course of instruction for motorcycle street riders ages 16 and up. No prior knowledge of motorcycling is required. All students enrolled in the BRC are required to have a valid driver鈥檚 license and/or a learner鈥檚 permit. The BRC is physically demanding and students should be in good physical health. Equally, a student must be comfortable with riding a bicycle and balancing him or herself on two wheels.
What will I learn?
This 15鈥恏our course begins with a review of the types of motorcycles, instruction in motorcycle
control and protective gear. The riding/range portion of the program covers these riding skills
on the second and third class days:
Can I use my own equipment?
Students must utilize the motorcycles provided by the college.
What types of motorcycles are used in the BRC training program?
The bikes used in the BRC program are generally 125cc or 250cc street鈥恠tyle motorcycles. They
weigh approximately 200鈥250 pounds and seat heights range from 24 to 27 inches (depending
on the model selected). Rider coaches will match riders to the size bike that best fits their
needs.
What do I need to bring?
You must wear protective gear. This includes the following:
What do I need to bring to the classroom for the BRC course offering?
For the classroom session, students need to bring the following:
Who is eligible for the Basic Rider Course?
The 15鈥恏our Basic Rider Course (BRC) is for anyone who wants to learn to ride a motorcycle.
(Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to the classroom
session.)
Other enrollment requirements include:
How long are the classes, and when are the classes offered?
Students are provided 15 hours of classroom and on-the-range motorcycle instruction under controlled range conditions. The 3-day program is designed for those individuals who want to learn to ride a motorcycle properly and safely.
Weekend Schedule
Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (all students)
Saturday and Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (approximately)
Students must attend all 15 hours of training. Likewise students will be required to be on
time for all scheduled sessions. No鈥恠hows and late arrivals will forfeit their place in class and
all tuition.
All classes begin promptly at scheduled time. Therefore, it is imperative that you be in
class approximately 15 minutes prior to your class beginning. In order to receive a
refund for a cancellation, 91重口 must be notified at least 48 hours prior to your class.
There will be no refunds for students who simply do not show up for class.
What happens if it rains?
Class will be conducted rain or shine. Please be prepared with appropriate clothing.
How much is the tuition?
Tuition for the Basic Rider Course is located at .
The classes fill quickly. Can I get on a waiting list?
There is no waiting list. Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis.
Will the DMV accept an 91重口 certificate if I am an out鈥恛f鈥恠tate resident?
Rules and regulations vary depending on your state requirements. If you are an out鈥恛f鈥恠tate
resident, please check with your state鈥檚 DMV division to confirm if an 91重口 certificate will be
honored.
Do I need to register in order to take the class? If so, how do I register for the BRC?
Yes, everyone must register for the BRC class offering. The BRC classes award 1 college credit. If
you have not taken a credit class at 91重口 within the past three years, you will be required to fill
out an for Admission to 91重口 Community College. There is no fee to submit
your application. The on鈥恖ine process can be completed within minutes, then you will be eligible
to enroll in one of the BRC class offerings. You must pay your tuition at the time of registration.
Where are the BRC classes conducted?
All BRC class offerings are held at 91重口 in Dublin. The lecture component of the class is
conducted in , room 245 and on Parking Lot
H for the range portion of the class. All Students should park in Parking Lot A or E.
What must I do to replace my DMV completion certificate / waiver or Motorcycle Safety
Foundation (MSF) Completion Card?
The DMV license/waiver completion certificate can only be replaced 12 months or less from the
original date issued. The MSF completion card can only be replaced 24 months or less from the
date of issue. A $20 processing fee is charged for all replacement cards.
Once I have the 鈥淢2鈥 classification on my driver鈥檚 license, will it always remain on my license?
No, you must request that the 鈥淢2鈥 classification remain on your driver鈥檚 license upon your
renewal at the DMV. Should your 鈥淢2鈥 classification expire, you will be required to take the BRC
course again, or take measures to meet the requirements through your local DMV. In most
cases, there is an additional fee to apply the 鈥淢2鈥 classification to your driver鈥檚 license. Please
check with your local DMV division for the appropriate fee structure.