The cost of the New Rider Course is determined by the dealership. The cost for the Riders class is $325 at Manatee River Harley Davidson. Remember, the price includes the use of a Buell® Blast® motorcycle for class riding sessions.
The Schedule
The course is scheduled over five days, Thursday to Monday. Weekday sessions are held in the evening at the dealership classroom. Saturday and Sunday sessions run all day and are taught on a controlled range near the dealership.
Attendance at each session is mandatory - if you miss a class for any reason, you'll have to reschedule so you can take the course again from start to finish. Be sure to contact Manatee River Harley Davidson for class times and availability.
The Card
You will receive your Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCourseSM completion card after passing a multiple-choice written knowledge test and a riding skills evaluation.
This card will exempt you from having to take the written and/or riding portion of your motorcycle license test. You simply take the Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCourseSM completion card to your local DMV or Tax Collectors office to receive your motorcycle endorsement on a new drivers license.
Depending on your insurance provider, the completion card can also qualify you for a substantial discount - usually 10 to 15% - on motorcycle coverage. Check with your insurance company for details.
In the Rider's Edge® New Rider Course, you'll learn on the Buell® Blast® — a light weight, easy-to-handle sportbike with a rider-friendly design that'll have you confidently carving up backroad curves or slicing through around-town traffic.
The Right Gear
With the Rider’s Edge® New Rider Course, learning to ride right also means learning to dress right for the road. Proper riding gear keeps you comfortable in a variety of conditions so you can keep your mind on the road. And it can also protect you from injury. That’s why you’ll need the right gear to participate in the New Rider Course.
1) Jacket - a long-sleeve jacket to protect your upper body and arms.
2) Pants - jeans, chaps or leather pants for comfort and protection.
3) Boots - over-the-ankle boots with a sturdy heel and non-slip soles to protect from hot exhaust pipes and debris.
4) Gloves - full-fingered motorcycling gloves to protect from the elements and aid your grip of the hand controls.
5) Helmet - a helmet will provide vital protection in case of an accident and cut fatigue by reducing wind noise; must meet DOT requirements.
6) Eyewear - goggles or glasses to protect from the rain, dust and bugs.
