I think I had the same instructor, except I paid $200 (same as the MSF classes). Difference was Riders Edge was 2 evenings in the classroom plus 2 full days ridingon the weekend. The class spent very little time touring the dealership. I highly recommend the Riders Edge course.

 

Did the community college MSF course since I had to pay for the wife and I. 180.00 x 2.

 

I took Riders Edge, mostly because it fit well with my work schedule. Classes were in the evenings so I wouldnt have to take any time off. I did have to take one Saturday off for a range day, but it wasn't an issue. It is somewhat pricey, however they keep the class sizes small and do everything possible to see you succeed. Myself and a few other people had experience so we didn't require much (if any) assistance, while others had never picked up a bike before. The Blast 500's they use are good learners bikes, at the expense of vibration and touchy clutches. After a few days on them though, they're actually fun little scoots.

 

I believe some insurance companies offer a discount if you've taken the MSF course, or even a greater one if you are an instructor. Nor sure if they do that for the Rider's course.

Anyone know for sure?

IL is great! I took the MSF course when I was 16, which allowed me to get the M classification (unlimited cc's) on my license. First thing I did after that was go out & buy a new Honda V-65! haha! Nothing like a 16-yr-old on a 160mph bike!

 

MSF course $350 here(LI,NY) with 5 hrs. of classroom and 10 hrs of hands on riding over 2 or 3 days

 

Not true at all, you spend more time on the bike also they give you more one on one work. There is no time frame, but the MSF class if you can not keep up they will drop you out. they set times for each part of the class.

I took the riders edge program last year, well worth it. Also some dealerships will refund you the amount if you buy the bike thru them.

 

Also the riders edge prgram has less people in it. that is a big plus

 

I can't speak for every insurance company, but Farmers Insurance for sure will accept the hd course. Any company that accepts the msf class should take the hd class too since I think you get the same credentials at the end

 

Nothing riders edge or msf teaches will compare to real road experience.

Don't get me wrong, they are great programs but they are very basic. Its the easy way to get your motorcycle endorsement.

 

Nothing riders edge or msf teaches will compare to real road experience.

Don't get me wrong, they are great programs but they are very basic. Its the easy way to get your motorcycle endorsement.