I completed the MSF Basic Rider course this weekend in St. Charles, MO, and it was excellent. The two instructors, Jerry and Marty, did a great job on making the class both informative and interesting.

We had a mix of riders with previous experience and some who had never been on a motorcycle before, and the course worked for both. The new riders learned to ride, and the experienced ones sharpened their skills and learned which habits they needed to break.

I even had a chance to see my sharpened skill in operation. On the way home from the course (long way home...), a deer jumped out in front of me going around a corner, and my reaction time on straightening out the bike and braking really surprised me.

I would recommend this for anyone who hasn't already taken it.

-Dave

 

I agree! That's how I got my license when I started riding again - about 8 months ago. I also have friends who took it after riding for 20+ years and they really learned a lot.

I would suggest this course for everyone, regardless of riding ability or experience. The more safe & informed riders we have out on the highways, the better off we'll all be!

 

Congatulations!

 

I was amazed at how much I did not know about riding. I certainly agree that it is a very worthwhile experience.

 

Congrats on passing your class (I am assuming "completed" = passed).

Practicing the class techniques is an ongoing thing. Try to hit the course off hours in the spring and one or two times a year. You will be surprised how much we get lazy with tight turns and slow speed drills after a while. Remember..... Turn your head

 

Yes, I passed! My only deduction in the riding test was I put my foot down once in the second U-turn. I had nailed it in practice, but while the instructor was watching with clipboard in hand I let my speed get just a bit too low. That is really a hard test.

 

My wife is taking the course this coming weekend. She wants to learn to drive a bike now.