Motorcycle Rider Course (BRC)

The Motorcycle RiderCourse: Basic RiderCourse is aimed at beginning riders of all ages. A minimum of seven hours classroom instruction prepares the student for at least eight hours of practical riding in a controlled, off-street environment - typically, a parking lot.

Motorcycles and helmets are included in your course fee. Most motorcycles used in the course are loaned by local dealers.

You'll learn how to operate a motorcycle safely, with a lot of emphasis on the special skills and mental attitude necessary in dealing with traffic.

Your instructors are certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. They'll start you off with straight-line riding, turning, shifting, and stopping. You'll gradually progress to cornering, swerving and emergency braking.

In the classroom, you'll learn about the different types of motorcycles, their controls, and how they operate. The instructors, all experienced motorcyclists, will advise you on what to wear for protection and comfort. You'll find out how alcohol and other drugs affect your ability to ride safely. A very important segment of the course will show you how to create your own strategy for riding in traffic and dealing with critical situations.

Traffic-safety experts widely acknowledge the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's RiderCourse as the best introduction to motorcycling anywhere in the world. If you're a beginning rider, the Motorcycle RiderCourse: Basic RiderCourse will put you on the road to safety, right from the start. Even if you're a veteran rider, the Experienced RiderCourse will fine-tune your skills. Over 1 million motorcyclists have graduated from a RiderCourse. Shouldn't you? Here are just some of the benefits:

Greater Confidence
One RiderCourse graduate summed it up very well: "it is scary to imagine going on the road without having participated in the RiderCourse."

Improved Skills
Here's a comment from another graduate: "I have become more defensive and observant, not only while riding a motorcycle, but also when driving an Automobile." And another: "i am certain that without the training I received just 24 hours prior to the near-collision, I might not be alive."

Licensing-Test Waivers
Over 20 states waive some portion of your motorcycle-endorsement test - if you've completed a RiderCourse.

Insurance Discounts
Many insurance companies offer discounts on motorcycle premiums to students who have successfully completed a RiderCourse. Be sure to ask your insurance agent.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• All classes begin in Room 142 of the D.H. Anderson Technical Building on the West Kentucky Community and Technical College's campus in Paducah. Be ready to ride the first meeting.
  On-cycle exercises will be ridden at the adjacent west end driving range.
• Class sizes are limited so early registration is encouraged. A waiting list is being maintained at the school switchboard.
• Successful completion of the BRC course results in waiver of the motorcycle license skill test in Kentucky.
• Successful completion of either course may lead to an insurance discount.
• Liability waivers will be required of all course participants. Those under 18 years of age must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian before taking the course.
• Additional course dates available for group participation upon request.

ELIGIBILITY
Must be 16 years of age or older (parental consent required for 16 & 17 year olds).
Possess a valid driver's license or permit (automobile, truck. or motorcycle).
Must be able to ride (balance) a bicycle before attempting on-cycle exercises

TUITION
Basic Riders Course (BRC)
$125.00 in-state
$150.00 out-of-state
Free under the age of 18 (still needs to complete registration form)

Experienced Rider Course (ERC)
$70 plus $15 with rider - In-State
$90 plus $15 with rider - Out-of-State

A portion of the tuition fee covers student insurance coverage during training.

An enrollment list is maintained for each scheduled class.

Applications must be received and fees paid in full to be placed on an enrollment list for a scheduled class.

No refunds after 48 hours prior to the scheduled class.

PROTECTIVE CLOTHING REQUIRED

Note: The following items must be brought to every scheduled class period, including the first class.

• Footwear - sturdy over-the-ankle (not cloth or canvas)
• Long pants - denim or heavy material
• Gloves - full-fingered, leather preferred
• Long-sleeved jacket or shirt - wrist-length of denim or heavy material
• Eye protection - sunglasses or prescription lenses for your convenience
  

BASIC MOTORCYCLE RIDER (BRC)

EXPERIENCED RIDER COURSE (ERC)

Note:
*Class schedule is subject to change due to inclement weather.
*Participants must be able to ride (balance) a bicycle before attempting on-cycle exercises.

Call Michelle Wright at 270/534-3335 for more information.

REGISTRATION
Complete and mail Registration Form with the correct fee amount. Pre-payment is mandatory for placement on enrollment list. Be sure to indicate course dates for which you are registering. Make checks payable to West Kentucky Community and Technical College or WKCTC.

Click here for registration form.

Mail to:
Training Center
West Kentucky Community and Technical College
P O Box 7380
Paducah, Kentucky 42002-7380
(270)534-3335