MSF vs Riders Edge?
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05-21-2007, 12:17 AM
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MSF vs Riders Edge?
I have been riding off and on (more off) for many years. I recently started riding again and I know I have some bad habits and would like to get a good course under my belt. With that said, how do these 2 courses compare, which would you recommend and why? Both are offered in my area.
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#2
05-21-2007, 12:36 AM
RE: MSF vs Riders Edge?
Back in 2003, I took the Rider's Edge course after a long period of inactivity. The bikes that you ride are larger than in the MSF courses in this area -- they use the Buell Blast. I think that the content is similar, although it's steered more toward Harley bikes. In Washington State, the RE course doesn't get you the endorsement -- you still have to take the test. Great experience, though. As with anything, it probably depends on the instructor corps.
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05-21-2007, 12:43 AM
RE: MSF vs Riders Edge?
The Riders Edge is run using only Buell Blasts, while the MSF course typically has whatever is donated/etc. I believe the RE class is a little longer too, if I recall there was another 4 hour session (classroom I think). Depending on the area, it probably costs more, although if you go through a sponsored dealer, they will usually give youa voucherback if you purchase a bike from them.
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05-21-2007, 12:54 AM
RE: MSF vs Riders Edge?
I haven't taken either, but from what i've read on here they're pretty much the same except that the Rider's Edge has some HD product promotion thrown in.
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05-21-2007, 02:48 AM
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05-21-2007, 03:31 AM
RE: MSF vs Riders Edge?
Riders Edge class uses MSF materials, exercises, and tests. It is the same class. Riders Edge takes more time because of shameless dealer product promotion. Like a pointless dealer tour and time after discussing riding clothing to take a break and go shopping in the motorclothes department, etc. On the plus side, the dealer provided cake on the last day and a coupon for products purchased at the dealer. Buell Blasts are a pretty nice learning bike, too.
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05-21-2007, 04:36 AM
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RE: MSF vs Riders Edge?
ORIGINAL: grinner
Riders Edge class uses MSF materials, exercises, and tests. It is the same class. Riders Edge takes more time because of shameless dealer product promotion. Like a pointless dealer tour and time after discussing riding clothing to take a break and go shopping in the motorclothes department, etc. On the plus side, the dealer provided cake on the last day and a coupon for products purchased at the dealer. Buell Blasts are a pretty nice learning bike, too.
Riders Edge class uses MSF materials, exercises, and tests. It is the same class. Riders Edge takes more time because of shameless dealer product promotion. Like a pointless dealer tour and time after discussing riding clothing to take a break and go shopping in the motorclothes department, etc. On the plus side, the dealer provided cake on the last day and a coupon for products purchased at the dealer. Buell Blasts are a pretty nice learning bike, too.
#9
05-21-2007, 04:46 AM
RE: MSF vs Riders Edge?
ORIGINAL: azrider
Wellthat explains why one ofthe dealers around here ishas it on their site that they do the Riders Edge course (and it does not say anything about the MSF course)butthey are listed on the MSF site as doing that trainingalso.
Wellthat explains why one ofthe dealers around here ishas it on their site that they do the Riders Edge course (and it does not say anything about the MSF course)butthey are listed on the MSF site as doing that trainingalso.
#10
05-21-2007, 08:50 AM
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RE: MSF vs Riders Edge?
Both courses are the same...
Riders Edge is about 4 hours longer so you have time to shop the dealer and buy more stuff.
Riders Edge is about 4 hours longer so you have time to shop the dealer and buy more stuff.