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Course OfferingsCourse Offerings
Basic Rider Course
Cost if you are 20 and under: $150.00
Cost if you are 21 and over: $250.00
 The Basic Rider Course is designed to accomodate riders with little or no experience, however riders with years of experience use the class to tune up their skills. Student have 5 hours of classroom instruction and 10 hours of riding in a controlled safe environment. Motorcycles and helmets are provided by Bikesmart Motorcycle Training. You are welcome to use your own helmet providing it is DOT approved.
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Basic Rider
Course
An overview summary of what you'll experience in our hands-on, Basic RiderCourse training.
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DVD's and textbooks are used during the classroom to show motorcycle controls, operation, and proper riding gear. The textbooks are yours to keep. Our classroom format encourages you to ask questions and share your views in open discussion with other students in your class. You will not be lectured to.
During the Basic Rider Course seminars, students learn how to operate a motorcycle safety. Our emphasis in on safety, special skills, and the mental attitude necessary for dealing with traffic and everyday situations. Students start with straight-line riding, turning, and stopping. You will work your way up to shifting, maximum braking, swerving, and cornering.
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To register for classes click HERE or call us at (408) 244-0197.
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Basic Rider Course 2 - Skills Practice
Cost: $150.00
For riders who already have basic skills. It is similar to the BRC except the speeds are higher and riders should be riding their own motorcycle. It is an excellent refresher course for practicing and renewing basic  riding skills, often taken in early Spring after less riding time during the colder months.
It is a perfect way to reinforce basic skills on one's personal motorcycle. Passengers are permitted with a licensed operator on a personal motorcycle.
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To register for classes click HERE or call us at (408) 244-0197.
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Advanced Ridercourse
Cost: $190.00
Techniques that extend beyond basic riding are addressed in the ARC.
Advanced riding techniques are not intended to encourage or endorse riding at higher speeds, but are provided to improve the performance capabilities of riders, particularly related to overall control, cornering and emergency maneuvers.
The overall aim is to provide rider development in the areas of risk management, decision making, riding strategies and choices.
The course consists of approximately 3 hours of classroom and 5 hours of riding, we encourage you to ride your own bike, whatever the style.
You will practice, quick swerving, obstacle avoidance techniques, traction control, maximum braking, and limited space maneuvers just to name a few. All skills you can use whether you are touring cross-country or just riding down to the corner store.
During the course you will be starting your bike often; make sure you have a well charged battery before attending class. There are no refunds for mechanical breakdowns.
Naturally, riders who want to take the Advanced Rider Course must be proficient in basic riding skills.
Seasoned Rider
Cost: $40.00
 In response to the continuing increase in the average age of motorcyclists (now 41 years of age), we offer a fun, activity-based learning module for the general public in our classroom, local riding clubs or community events.
The module consists of a new award-winning 13-minute DVD video, and props for learning activities, all designed to help riders assess and compensate for the effects of aging on their ability to effectively manage risk when operating a motorcycle. A Seasoned Rider Module session can last from 45 to 90 minutes. Although the content and activities are generally targeted at riders over the age of 40, the sessions are appropriate for any age and any type of vehicle operator.
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To register for classes click HERE or call us at (408) 244-0197.
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Group Riding
Cost: $40.00
 This classroom based course will take you through information you need to know to put safety first whenever participating in a group riding event, whether you are riding with a few friends or as part of an organized event. There’s a lot to know when it comes to riding in a group. Everything from where to place your bike on the road way to how to communicate with the rest of the group while riding takes on a larger significance. This is because you’re not just responsible for your own safety and enjoyment: you share the responsibility for ensuring all members of your group have a safe and enjoyable ride.
This is not a lecture, the information is shared in open discussion, using visual training aids and practical activities. The session can last from 45 to 90 minutes.
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To register for classes click HERE or call us at (408) 244-0197.
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Intersection.
Cost: $40.00
The Intersection module is aimed at enhancing motorist awareness of motorcycles. The program combines personal stories with a dramatic new look at a crash scene that’s all too common.
The DVD contains three separate 13-minute versions to appeal to teens (via driver education classes), adults (via traffic schools), and commercial drivers (via employee orientation). Open to all vehicle users of all ages. The session can last from 45to 90 minutes.
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To register for classes click HERE or call us at (408) 244-0197.
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Riding Straight.
Cost: Free with any classroom module.
Almost 50% of riders killed have been drinking. One third of these riders has a Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) above the legal limit. The remaining two thirds had only couple of drinks in their system, not enough to be legally intoxicated but more than enough to impair their mental and physical skills.
This module uses a training aid and open discussion to explore the effects of alcohol, define the legal consequences of DUI and a practical demonstration of the effect being intoxicated can have on your ability to control your actions using “fatal vision” goggles to simulate intoxication. Open to all vehicle users of all ages. The session can last from 45 to 90 minutes.
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To register for classes click HERE or call us at (408) 244-0197.
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Private Leasons. 
At Bikesmart, we believe that a good motorcyclist has the
desire to constantly improve their riding skills. To that end,
Bikesmart is now offering our courses as a 1-1 training session,
the lessons move at your pace and all feedback is tailored
to meet the specific needs of the individual rider.
A training plan structured to your needs can help you gain
the confidence you need to approach riding in the flow of
traffic, finding and maintaining a good line through corners,
precision braking, or tight quarters balancing.
This and more can be covered in our Private Lessons at Bikesmart.
Email us for more details and course particulars for your individual
lesson plan. Remember "good" motorcyclists are life-long learners!
The Package.
Cost: TBA.
Details: TBA
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