Experienced Rider Class!
Road Master
Joined: Jun 2008
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From: Fort Bragg, NC Area
As a RiderCoach, I see many arrive with the idea they have nothing to learn. They all skid on the stopping quickly, fail to complete the box the first few tries and hit cones often. When the day is over, they are smiling ear to ear and talking about the new things they learned how they have all learned at least one thing that day.
If you have taken the BRC II (formerly called ERC), take the ARC. The Advanced RiderCourse will really show you how to ride. I cannot stress enough how much you will learn at the ARC.
If you have taken the BRC II (formerly called ERC), take the ARC. The Advanced RiderCourse will really show you how to ride. I cannot stress enough how much you will learn at the ARC.
TwoBlue...that's the class I took. They had space for 12, but only 4 signed up. Make sure you wear over the ankle boots and long sleeves along with your gloves, helmet and eye protection or you'll be sent packing. They don't stipulate on the website and 2 guys in my class had to call wives to bring the stuff. Great class, but get ready to work. I really felt a sense of accomplishment when I could hit "the box" from the white line every time. Hope you have Jim Nass for an instructor. Great guy with lots of stories at breaks.
Sarge...I was all smiles when I was done (well, wore out really) and I'd love to take the ARC! BTW, I see the Rakkasan coat of arms at the bottom of your signature. My Son was in the 2-187 in Afghanistan 2002 and Iraq 2003.
Ne Desit Virtus,
Frank
Sarge...I was all smiles when I was done (well, wore out really) and I'd love to take the ARC! BTW, I see the Rakkasan coat of arms at the bottom of your signature. My Son was in the 2-187 in Afghanistan 2002 and Iraq 2003.
Ne Desit Virtus,
Frank
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From: Near Myrtle Beach, SC
Back when I took it the courses were called beginner, intermediate, and advanced. I took the intermediate and was of course the only HD there. That was back when I had my 2000 RK Classic. (loved that bike). Anyway, it was worth every penny of the fee and worth every minute I spent in class and on the course. (it was a Friday evening 3 hours in classroom course and all day Saturday on the outside skills course)
I remember one of the instructors saying something like...."you can perform a maneuver for 30 years the same way, but that don't make it right...." Guess he has a valid point!!
I remember one of the instructors saying something like...."you can perform a maneuver for 30 years the same way, but that don't make it right...." Guess he has a valid point!!
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2009
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And...
For those who are HOG members, you can get a coupon for $50.00 or the cost of your tuition (whichever is less) from HOG's "Safe Rider Skills" program.
https://members.hog.com/website/prot...kills_Form.pdf
Harris
Denver, CO
www.youtube.com/conedown
For those who are HOG members, you can get a coupon for $50.00 or the cost of your tuition (whichever is less) from HOG's "Safe Rider Skills" program.
https://members.hog.com/website/prot...kills_Form.pdf
Harris
Denver, CO
www.youtube.com/conedown
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Road Master
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From: Fort Bragg, NC Area
I was in 1/187th Infantry from Jun 85 to July 88 at Fort Clayton, Panama. We changed out to 5/87 under 10th Mountain toward the end of my assignment.
Tourer
Joined: Apr 2012
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From: NewJersey
Advanced riders class is worth it. Also check into Ride Like a Pro. I got the video and did the class not too far from where I live. Both were worth the money. Important thing is to practice the skills in an empty lot, and you will easily apply them in real life. Wife noticed a change in my riding skills, for the better. Ride a '10 EGC with a 103 stage 2 upgrade.
Road Master
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From: Bellefonte PA
I am scheduled for the ARC at the end of this month. Looking forward to coming out of it a better rider. Hopefully.
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From: South Carolina
As a RiderCoach, I see many arrive with the idea they have nothing to learn. They all skid on the stopping quickly, fail to complete the box the first few tries and hit cones often. When the day is over, they are smiling ear to ear and talking about the new things they learned how they have all learned at least one thing that day.
If you have taken the BRC II (formerly called ERC), take the ARC. The Advanced RiderCourse will really show you how to ride. I cannot stress enough how much you will learn at the ARC.
If you have taken the BRC II (formerly called ERC), take the ARC. The Advanced RiderCourse will really show you how to ride. I cannot stress enough how much you will learn at the ARC.
Glad you enjoyed the day and had a good experience.
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Back woods of Maine
As the former Safety Officer of my local HOG Chapter, I was responsible for arranging the course and getting members to attend. I did it for several years and in all that time and with all those riders, I never heard anybody say that they didn't get anything from the course. And, believe me, I asked every one of them. You should not be embarassed to take the course. It can only make you a better rider.