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Questions are answered hereClick on the questions below see the answers 1) Can you really teach me to ride a motorcycle? 1) Can you really teach me to ride a motorcycle? If you can ride a bicycle (have balance and some physical skills) and are motivated, you can learn how to ride a motorcycle through this training program. Your RiderCoaches take pride in their teaching techniques and in helping riders build skill and confidence on the motorcycle. We are a team, with the goal to make you the best rider we can in the time we have together. Return to top 2) Where do I find a motorcycle to
ride? You don't, training motorcycle are provided for you.
3) A friend says he'll let me try riding his motorcycle before I attend the course. Is that a good idea? No. Don't risk injury and loss of a good friendship trying to ride someone’s motorcycle. If you're going to ride anything, ride a bicycle -- it will help you regain your 2-wheel sense of balance. Return to top 4) Is there anything I can do to prepare
for the course? Ride a bicycle.
5) My __________ (fill in the the blank with family members, relatives, friends, neighbors, etc) tried to show me how to ride and couldn’t, why should I expect anything different taking your course? Because your _(fill in the blank)_ didn't have a time-proven system with which to train you. Knowing how to ride does not necessarily mean someone can teach those skills to you -- experience is a great teacher, but not all experienced riders know how to teach -- many of you know exactly what I mean. Don't try this at home -- leave it to the professionals. Return to top 6) I'm not sure if I'll buy a motorcycle, but I've always wanted to know what it's like to ride one. Can I attend? Yes, please do. Motorcycling is an expensive sport, and the best way to get started is to get trained first... then you’ll buy a motorcycle knowing you enjoy riding and even having a better idea of what TYPE of motorcycle to buy! No matter what, whether you buy a motorcycle or not, you'll have an experience to brag to your friends about! Return to top 7) [Common questions from ladies] If I attend, will I be the only female there? No. Most classes are half women, half men. Women constitute one of the fastest growing segments in motorcycling, and unlike many men, KNOW training makes a difference. Return to top 8) I _______ (fill in the blank with -- am short, vertically challenged, have short legs, etc), will that be a problem? No. The goal is to ride without putting your feet down... but I know the initial concern is just being able to reach the ground and balance the bike without falling over. The shortest person to take the course so far was 4’ 8” -- no prior experience and passed easily. Heart and desire are more important than height. Return to top 9) What do I need to bring to class? [You can print the What to Bring Checklist and you’ll have what you need.]
Weekend riding gear: Other items you'll need to bring: Want a printable checklist so you can ensure you have everything? Click this link and you'll have one: What to Bring Checklist: Return to top 10) What does the weekend schedule look like? On Saturday morning, we start AT 7:30 AM... usually finishing around 5:00 PM (we picnic through lunch, so bring a brown bag). Sunday is a carbon copy of Saturday, but usually get done a little earlier. [Be flexible, times are subject to change.] NOTE FROM PREVIOUS GRADUATES: don’t make any major activity plans for Saturday night, you will be physically and mentally tired, but will have had a great time and look forward to Sunday. Return to top 11) What is the pass rate? 100% for those that take the riding coaches' instructions, have a sense of balance, and a desire to ride. The coaches are experts with years of doing this training. Realize you’re going to make mistakes, we expect it! Riders who beat themselves up over mistakes are hard to help because they dwell on what they are doing wrong instead of working to get better. If you were perfect, you wouldn’t need us RidingSafety coaches!!! We need something to do, so let us help you and take our instruction as doing everything within our power to help you to develop safe riding skills. The actual passing rate is 96.9% out of 1,447 students as of Jan 08. Return to top 12) Will taking this course get me a license? No. With your MSF Completion Card in hand, all you have to do in Louisiana is take the State's written test. You WILL NOT do the riding portion of the licensing process. Just present your MSF Completion Card at you local Dept of Motor Vehicles, take the written test, pay your money, and you'll obtain a motorcycle endorsement on your license. Return to top 13) I own a motorcycle, can I ride it instead of using your training motorcycle? That’s a possibility. If you would like to use your motorcycle, advise your RiderCoach the first night of class. Don't show up expecting to ride your bike if it was not pre-coordinated. Many riders have attended this course who own their own motorcycles and most think it is better to learn on the training bikes and then perfect the techniques on their bike later -- but the option exists. Return to top 14) What does it cost? LSUS Continuing Education does all the registration and tuition collection for this course. Check out the LSUS website for the most current pricing information... but plan on paying around $200 -- that is for approx 20 hours of instruction, classroom supplies, workbook, and use of a training motorcycle for a weekend -- what a deal!!! Return to top
15) What are the class dates? You can check the Schedule webpage, but the most current and accurate information is found on the LSUS link (Continuing Education picture below), or by calling LSU-S at 798-4177. Return to top 16) Words of caution [disclaimer] If you sign up for this class you are participating in an inherently dangerous activity (don’t let anyone fool you, riding a motorcycle is dangerous, and the reason riders need to be trained!!!). The first night of class you must sign a RELEASE, WAIVER AND INDEMNIFICATION FORM acknowledging your waive your right to sue ANYONE involved in this risky training. You must also sign a form stating you understand the TRAINING RULES & CONTRACT under which the course is conducted. These forms are posted here to allow you to read and comprehend them before signing up for, or attending, the class. You must sign theses forms to receive this training. Please read them before attending the first night of class. You will find these forms posted on the Preparing for the first night of class page as [MUST DO] items 1 and 2. Return to top 17) How do I register for a class? Contact LSUS -- call them at 798-4177 or check out their website (press picture below). On-line registration is available.
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