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You must register online. Please be prepared to have a debit or credit card available when you register. You may also need to create a new account with St. Cloud Technical College. Read all directions carefully! Booklets and other information will only be available on the web. We look forward to having you in one of our exciting courses. See below for more description.
Courses
Introduction to a Motorcycle-$55
This three-hour range only course is designed for the true novice who would like a “hands-on” introduction to motorcycle controls and their operation before taking the Basic Rider Course. This course is not a pre-requisite for the BRC. There are no written or skills tests for this course and a motorcycle permit is not required; however, students will need to possess a valid driver’s license or a driver’s permit.
Basic Rider Course (BRC)-$160
The Basic Rider Course offers the most complete motorcycle training available. Students must complete 14.5 hours of integrated instruction: 4.5 hours in the classroom and 10 hours of practice on a training motorcycle. This course is divided into two phases: Level 1 concentrates on motorcycle familiarization, clutch control, throttle control, riding posture, and the four basic skills: straight-line riding, turning, shifting, and stopping. Level 2 includes limited-space maneuvers, counter-steering, cornering, and swerving.
Scooter Basic Rider Course-$160
This course is a regular BRC for scooters only. Students bring their own scooters up to 500cc to ride in the course, including small scooters over 50cc or more than two horsepower and require a motorcycle operator’s license. Scooter operators can earn the motorcycle endorsement required to operate their scooter on the street. Students will need to have a valid motorcycle permit or one expired less than one year to test for their endorsement. They will also need to present proof of current insurance on their scooter and it will need to pass a T-CLOCS inspection. This course may play especially well if you have an unused range or are a mobile site that shares a trailer as students are supplying their own bikes similar to the ERC. Please note with DVS’ stricter testing enforcement for motorcycle endorsement, there are many small scooters that are 50cc that have more than two horsepower and require a motorcycle operator’s license These small scooters also are allowed, along with scooters over 50cc, in the regular BRC.
Basic Rider Course Retest-$55
This course is for students who have attended the Basic Rider Course and passed the written test but failed the driving test. The course consists of 4 hours of driving and review of driving rules and regulations. Proof must be furnished that the written test was taken and passed.
Basic Rider Course Refresher-$55
The BRC Refresher course is a four-hour course that uses selected riding exercises from the BRC. Participants must have previously completed the BRC. This course is ideal for endorsed riders who want to take a course but are not yet ready for the ERC Skills Plus, returning riders, and newer riders who have completed the BRC and want additional coaching and practice time. Training motorcycles are provided, or you may ride your own motorcycle or scooter,
51-500cc in the course. Your bike must be street legal, licensed, and insured.
Motorized Bicycle Course (Moped)-$25
This 4.5-hour course includes moped rules and regulations, defensive riding techniques, protective clothing, and alcohol information. Any 15-year-old who wants to ride a moped on the street must complete this course to obtain a moped instruction permit.
Experienced Rider Course (ERC)-$55
If you are comfortable on your own motorcycle and ready to try something new, the five-hour ERC Skills Plus course will build upon your existing skills and knowledge. Relatively new motorcyclists, returning riders, and experienced motorcyclists can all benefit from this course. Riders should take this course within their first three years, and once every other year after that.
The ERC Skills Plus covers control, finesse, judgment, counter steering, cornering, swerving, and braking. The
Scooter Experienced Rider Course-$55
This course is a regular ERC for scooters only. Students bring their own scooters up to 500cc to ride in the course, including small scooters over 50cc or more than two horsepower and require a motorcycle operator’s license. Students will need to have either a motorcycle endorsement or a valid motorcycle permit. They will also need to present proof of current insurance on their scooter and it will need to pass a T-CLOCS inspection.
Group Riding Seminar-$20
The Group Riding Seminar is a one-hour classroom workshop highlighting safe group riding procedures, whether riding with a few friends or as part of an organized event. Topics include organizing rides, preparation, the riders’ meeting, hand signals, riding information, intersections, parking, and more. Seminars are also available to groups of 10 or more upon request.
Street Smarts Classroom Workshop-$20
The Street Smarts Classroom Workshop is a 2-hour interactive course for riders of all skill levels. Street Smarts is a review of, or an introduction to, the basic elements of a sound, safe-riding strategy. The workshop assists riders in evaluating their own skill level and outlines the critical knowledge and skills needed to survive on the street. Topics include attitude, hazard awareness, riding strategy, riding skills, and protective gear. Workshops are also available to groups of 10 or more upon request.
Seasoned Rider Seminar-$20
The Seasoned Rider Seminar is a 1.5-hour interactive discussion to educate riders 40 and older in the effects of age and aging on riding ability. Topics include personal judgment, vision, reaction time, motor skills, riding strategy, and impairment (including medications and other physical conditions). All interested motorcyclists and motorists are welcome to attend. Seminars are also available to groups of 10 or more upon request.
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