We offer FREE classes on SIUC campus as well as many other locations throughout southern Illinois. The purpose of the Motorcycle Rider Program is to provide quality instruction in safe riding techniques for beginning and experienced motorcyclists. Our goal is to increase your skill level and knowledge, in an attempt to produce a safe and conscientious motorcyclist. Basic Rider Course (BRC)
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courses are designed to provide a foundation of knowledge and skills for people who have never ridden as well as those who have ridden up to 10,000 miles. Non-motorcyclists can benefit from these courses by learning on a first-hand basis what a motorcyclist experiences and the necessity for developing respect for all vehicles on the highway. The novice or occasional rider can benefit in the areas of skill development with emphasis on control and operational aspects essential for survival as a street rider. Individuals desiring to become licensed motorcyclists are provided with the basic skills beyond those required for the license examination. Those who successfully complete the course will be issued a completion card from the Illinois Cycle Rider Safety Training Program, which is recognized by many insurance companies for premium discounts. This completion card will enable 16 and 17 year olds to apply for an M classification on their driver license. Person 18 years of age or older who successfully complete the course will have the written and riding examination waived at the driver services facility. The BRC consists of 20 hours of instruction with motorcycles and helmets furnished. Advanced Rider Courses (ARC)
The ARC is intended for those who have motorcycle riding experience of at least one year or 1,000 miles. This course is primarily designed to increase your present skill level and develop a greater awareness of perceptual skills. Specially trained instructors will lead you through 8 hours of discussion and on-cycle instruction. The physical and psychological aspects of rider conditioning are considered, as well as special concerns such as emergencies, adverse conditions, and accident avoidance. Examples of specific course content include: higher speed steering, cornering, counterweighting, traction awareness, and braking. Other course time is devoted to motorcycle dynamics, wind effects, wobble, tire characteristics, and load distribution.
