I have a couple of questions reguarding Motorcycles. I'm looking to buy a bike. I've never road one before. Who do I contact to get motorcycle lessons? How much does it cost. What type of license do I need to ride one. I like Cruisers. Thanks for your help!
2007-02-26 15:18:08 · 12 answers · asked by losing my way 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Since you like cruisers I suggest you call your local Harley dealer and ask about riding classes. They furnish you with a small bike to learn the coordination and the handling principles. They teach you the dynamics that make a bike do what it does. Then they guide you through a course laid out on a blacktop parking lot until you are comfortable with handling the bike. If you do well and so far everyone has, you will be given your license by a member of the DMV on the last day of your class. It is a bit more expensive than some other classes, but you get to learn in the safety of trained instructors and on bikes furnished by the dealer. If you buy a bike and wipe out while learning it will cost you more than the riding course. They call it Riders Edge at Harley.
2007-02-26 17:22:25 · answer #1 · answered by Harley Charley 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would first learn to ride on the dirt then focus on the street. The dirt is a lot softer than pavement!
The dirt is a good place to hone your reflex with the bike. Then go and learn how to ride on the street, traffic, etc.
I have been riding for about 30 years I have seen a lot of inexperienced riders really mess up ,some are crippled for life!
The traffic these days is tight even in the country, suburbs. When I started you could go for hours and not see anyone on the road, in the same area, within 15 mins you will see some one.
All I am saying motorcycle riding is fun if your safe and ready to to ride.
Get a hold of your local DMV they can direct you.
2007-02-26 15:41:26 · answer #2 · answered by Say-- 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your local dmv is a good place to start, they might just have info about learn to ride courses. Also many community colleges give them as well, often in just one weekend, prices vary. A complete course will end with you having your license, and some of them even provide the bikes to learn on. You need a motorcycle learners permit to take these courses, a simple written test. But read through the book first! The questions can often be tricky. As far as what type of bike, their you are on your own!
2007-02-26 15:27:58 · answer #3 · answered by honeybear 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you don't get a big expensive bike for your first. Chances are your going to make some mistakes. I haven't dropped it yet, but if it was any heavier I would have a few times. I'm 5'9" and bought a 2003 Honda Shadow VLX. It's a great learner bike.....and it looks good. Also, about your M1's you can look on the net, or call a motorcycle shop close to you and ask for information. Good luck, and be safe.
2007-02-27 04:02:31 · answer #4 · answered by deb 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1st thing an most important thing is take a MSF course!!!! I took one and it was the best thing you can do. Then choose a bike you like. Most start off small or with a light weight bike used before getting new. Me I got a Harley for my 1st I felt comfortable with going with it some may not cuz of the weight difference. Good luck!.
2007-02-27 05:04:59 · answer #5 · answered by prebs_07 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact your local state troopers, or junior college, and ask for information on the Basic Rider Course. A Motorcycle Safety Foundation approved course is also available at Harley-Davidson dealers. Your are looking at $150. for a three day BRC course.
(The Harley course is more expensive, but generally more available.)
2007-02-26 16:03:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-29 23:19:32 · answer #7 · answered by emilios 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact your local ABATE chapter. They offer motorcycle training courses - a 2 day course cost about $150. At the end of your course you receive the motorcycle endorsement for your driver's license.
Most state require that you have a motorcycle license or the motorcycle endorsement or your regular driver's license.
2007-02-26 15:27:20 · answer #8 · answered by debwils_4kids 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Questions like this are really hard to answer.
I have NO idea where you are posting from!
Every Country, Province or State has different rules.
If you ask at a place where the give licences they can explain that part. Your phone book should have safe rider courses and the licence registry might even have some to recommend.
2007-02-26 15:30:51 · answer #9 · answered by U-98 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The MSF , The Motorcycle Saftey Foundation, hosts classes in most major cities, Put them in your search engine with you city and zip code and it should give you a location.
I believe it's about $250.00 , but you get to use their bikes to learn on.
You will need to go to the DMV and pass a written exam and get your learners permit first. http://www.msf-usa.org
2007-02-26 16:07:39 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋