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Basic
Rider Course
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The
Basic
RiderCourse
is designed to teach the novice
motorcyclist the skills necessary
to ride safely on the street.
The course takes the beginning
rider through the basics of
motorcycle operation: straight
line riding, turning, shifting,
stopping and safe riding strategies.
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Course Requirments:
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Ability
to ride a bicycle
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Protective
eye wear
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Full
fingered gloves
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Long
pants and shirt
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Sturdy
over the ankle footwear
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Snacks,
lunches and water
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Rain
gear if needed
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The Skills Evaluation and Knowlege Written Test is not required to enroll and participate in Basic RiderCourse. Students may choose to complete testing at the Dept of Motor Vehicles (DMV). However, if VMTS administers the Skills Evaluation and Knowldege Written Test and upon successful completion, student will be issued a certificate for licensing at the DMV.
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Experienced Rider
Course
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The
Experienced RiderCourse
is designed to teach the more
experienced motorcyclist the
skills that will enable the
rider to respond with precision
and accuracy to unexpected road
and traffic situations, There
is no formal classroom but safety
concepts and content are discussed.
This is a one day, approximately,
6-hour course. All instruction
is conducted on the riding range.
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Course Requirments:
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A
registered, inspected and insured
motorcycle
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Protective
eye wear
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Full
fingered gloves
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Long
pants and shirt
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Sturdy
over the ankle footwear
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Snacks,
lunches and water
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Rain
gear if needed
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DOT
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The Skills Evaluation and Knowledge Written Test is not required to enroll and participate in the Experience RiderCourse. Students may choose to complete testing at the Dept of Motor Vehicles (DMV). However, those needing a motorcycle endorsement and requests testing by VMTS will be issued a certificate upon successful completion to present to the Dept of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
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HELPFUL
HINT
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Since
the courses are physically demanding,
we suggest that you do not plan
late evening events and get
ample rest prior to each days
activities. If you have a small
cooler, bring snacks, lunch,
soft drinks, and water to class.
Be sure your boots are comfortable,
broken in, and have adequate
traction. Be alert to each days
weather conditions and dress
in layers as appropriate for
comfort.
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Disclaimer:
VMTS ,its RiderCoaches, TNMREP,
or MSF will not guarantee individual
success. Each participant is
responsible for their own learning.
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