The 14 Riding Exercises in the Course

1. Motorcycle Familiarization
• Review T-CLOCS pre-ride inspection
• Identify location and operation of important controls and major parts
• Review mounting/dismounting procedures
• Review elements of good posture
2. Using the Friction Zone
• Become skilled in using the clutch friction zone for control
3. Starting & Stopping Drill
• Coordinate the friction zone, throttle, and brakes to control the motorcycle
• Start out and stop with precision and control
4. Shifting & Stopping
• Shift gears and stop smoothly
5. Basic Skill Practice
• Refine low-speed maneuvering skills
• Refine throttle use and brake manipulation for corners
6. Pressing to Initiate and Adjust Lean
• Understand the maneuvering elements needed for negotiating curves
• Experience the effects of handgrip pressure and handlebar movement to initiate and adjust lean
7. Stopping More Quickly & Tight Turns from a Stop
• Develop a feel for progressive braking pressure to stop more quickly without skidding
• Practice making a sharp turn from a stop
8. Stopping Distance Demonstration
• Observe a demonstration of the reaction/braking parts of total stopping distance
• To understand effects of speed on braking distance
• To relate the results to intersection strategies
9. Limited-Space Maneuvers
• Refine maneuvering skills to allow turns in limited spaces
• Learn the counterweighting technique
10. Stopping in a Curve
• Learn to maintain control while stopping in a curve
• Understand traction management
11. Curve Judgment
• Improve skills for negotiating multiple curves
• Understand the "search-setup-smooth" strategy
12. Multiple Curves & Lane Changes
• Practice negotiating curves and lane changes
• Understand safety margins and gap selection
13. Crossing an Obstacle & Swerving
• Learn techniques for crossing over obstacles
• Execute a basic swerve
• Practice turning from a stop
• Refine slow-speed weaves
14. Skill Practice
• Capstone exercise that combines a variety of maneuvers
15. Skill Test
• To assess basic skills using a cone weave, normal stop, turning from a stop, U-turn, quick stop, obstacle swerve, and cornering maneuver.
• To demonstrate basic motorcycle control skills and ability to avoid an obstacle
• To demonstrate ability to use the proper technique to negotiate a curve

What You Need to Know

• Pre-requisites:
• Able to balance and ride a bicycle
• Possess either a driver's license or motorcycle learner's permit
• What to Expect
• 15-hours of instruction (5 hours classroom/10 hours riding)
• Range exercises include low-speed maneuvers and basic skills such as shifting, accelerating, braking, cornering, U-turns, and lane changes
• You’ll be with the same group for the duration of your training
• You’ll receive individual RiderCoach feedback while learning to ride
• Motorcycle and helmet are included in your registration fee at no additional cost.
• Types and/or models of motorcycles available vary by site. Your RiderCoach will help you with which training bike is best for you based on your height, weight or preferred riding style
• What to bring
• Food/beverages for breaks and lunch
• Pen/pencil for classroom sessions
• What you MUST wear in order to ride:
• Long-sleeve shirt or jacket (no rips, or holes)
• Jeans (no rips, no holes)
• Over-the-ankle boots or shoes (sturdy, not canvas)
• Eye protection/sunglasses
• Full-finger gloves, leather preferred 
• Full-face helmet (provided by Clutch Motorcycle School) 

The course concludes with a classroom knowledge test and hands-on riding skill evaluation. 

There are benefits to taking a RiderCourse besides learning important skills and strategies: You don't have to get a permit through the DMV before taking a course and since you take both the written test and the riding evaluation with us, you won't need to take anymore tests with the DMV. In addition, your insurance company may provide a discount on your insurance. Be sure to ask your agent.

Find additional frequently asked questions in our FAQ section.