Intermediate Rider Course - Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy
No matter how experienced you are, there’s always something new to learn or improve on. If you’re an experienced rider who is serious about becoming a better rider, taking the Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy Skilled Rider Course is a great way to hone your existing skills, boost your confidence, and learn new mental skills and street strategies. You’ll learn advanced techniques for managing traction, stopping quickly, cornering, swerving, and more − all while riding your own motorcycle.
SKILLED RIDER COURSE REQUIREMENTS
To take this course you will need:
CLICK HERE to Sign up for your BRC2 Course with our friendly & experienced RiderCoaches.
SKILLED RIDER COURSE: F.A.Q.s
Q: What is the Skilled Rider Course?
The Harley-Davidson Riding Academy Skilled Rider Course is a motorcycle safety course that uses the proven curriculum of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation® (MSF) Experienced Rider Course, with some enhancements developed by Harley-Davidson enthusiasts. Participants use their own motorcycles to enhance the following skills: control at low speeds, risk management, limited space maneuvers, cornering judgment, stopping quickly in a curve, swerving, stopping quickly, multiple curve maneuvers, and overcoming obstacles.
Q: Why should I participate in the Skilled Rider Course?
The skilled rider course is designed to help you improve and build on your motorcycle riding skills in a controlled environment. The lack of distractions and road hazards allows you to concentrate on fine-tuning maneuvers that you may not be able to safely perform on public roadways. It is the best way to take your riding skills to the next level while having fun with other riding enthusiasts.
You don't need to have your motorcycle license to take this course. Upon successful completion, non-licensed riders are issued a waiver that can be used at the DMV to obtain a motorcycle endorsement.
The MSF completion card, if submitted to your insurance provider, might assist you in getting possible discounts on your insurance.
Q: How much does the course cost?
This one-day course costs $199 + tax. It includes the E-course for FREE.
Q: Tell me more about this Screening Exercise.
To participate in the Intermediate Rider Course, you must pass a qualifying exercise to continue with the class to demonstrate you have control during slow-speed maneuvers.
Q: What if I can’t do the qualifying exercise?
Those who don’t successfully complete the screening exercise are welcome to take the Basic Rider Course to get more practice on all basic skills.
Q: Do I get a refund if I fail the qualifier?
While we are unable to issue refunds, we will transfer your payment toward the Basic Rider Course fee ($340).
Q: Will I be able to get into a BRC1 class right away?
Since the two classes operate on a different schedule, we can’t guarantee that you’ll be able to get into the next class, just the next one that has available seats. This could be a week to a few months beyond your BRC2 class.
Q: How do I pay for the course?
You can pay online or in-store. If paying online, you may pay the course fee by credit card only. In-store, you may pay the course fee by credit card, cash, gift card, or check.
Q: How do I know when Harley-Davidson Riding Academy Courses are available?
Click on the “sign up now” button. This will bring up all classes that are currently available at Appleton Harley-Davidson.
Q: I haven’t ridden a motorcycle for several years, but I’m not exactly “a beginner”. Does it make sense for me to take the Riding Academy Experienced Rider course?
A: Absolutely! You’ll know right away if this is the right class for you, or if you need to take the Basic Rider Course. All class fees will transfer to the Basic Rider Course if needed.
If you have questions about our Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy Intermediate Rider Course or enrollment, please call (920) 750-6943 or email ridingacademy@appletonhd.com.
To take this course you will need:
- Minimum 18 years old
- Proof of ownership of a safe, street-ready motorcycle
- Proof of motorcycle insurance
- Satisfactory T-CLOCS inspection of motorcycle
- Signed SRC Student Waiver & Release Forms, Ground Rules Acknowledgement Forms
student is responsible for any damage to motorcycle or personal property. - A valid driver’s license with a motorcycle endorsement, a learner’s permit or temporary endorsement
- A minimum of 2,000 miles experience on your own motorcycle
- Proper protective riding gear:
- jeans, leather pants or chaps without holes, rips or tears
- sturdy over-the-ankle, rubber-soled boots or shoes
- full-fingered gloves
- protective eyewear (face shield, eyeglasses, safety glasses, or sunglasses)
- D.O.T. approved helmet
- Must pass screening exercise to continue with course.
If you cannot fully control your motorcycle to pass the screening exercise, your enrollment fee will be put towards a Basic Riders Course.
MOTORCYCLE
You will need your own motorcycle. All motorcycles must be street-ready and subject to a T-CLOCS inspection prior to the beginning of the class session.
COURSE SCHEDULE
This is a one-day course. 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (including breaks and lunch)
Minimum of 7 students, maximum of 11 students per class.
COST
The Intermediate Rider Course cost is $199.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund is given if you cancel more than 1 week before course date/time and your place can be filled with another student (either by us or by you).
Gift card refund if you cancel less than 1 week, but more than 24 hours, before course date/time.
No refund if you cancel less than 24 hours before course date/time.
MSF’s Street Strategies e-Course
You must complete the MSF Street Strategies online e-Course within 30 days of taking the BRC2 course.
Upon signing up for one of our classes, you will automatically receive MSF’s Street Strategies online e-Course for FREE.
Students must bring the Street Strategies e-Course completion certificate to class.
You will need your own motorcycle. All motorcycles must be street-ready and subject to a T-CLOCS inspection prior to the beginning of the class session.
COURSE SCHEDULE
This is a one-day course. 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (including breaks and lunch)
Minimum of 7 students, maximum of 11 students per class.
COST
The Intermediate Rider Course cost is $199.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund is given if you cancel more than 1 week before course date/time and your place can be filled with another student (either by us or by you).
Gift card refund if you cancel less than 1 week, but more than 24 hours, before course date/time.
No refund if you cancel less than 24 hours before course date/time.
MSF’s Street Strategies e-Course
You must complete the MSF Street Strategies online e-Course within 30 days of taking the BRC2 course.
Upon signing up for one of our classes, you will automatically receive MSF’s Street Strategies online e-Course for FREE.
Students must bring the Street Strategies e-Course completion certificate to class.
CLICK HERE to Sign up for your BRC2 Course with our friendly & experienced RiderCoaches.
SKILLED RIDER COURSE: F.A.Q.s
Q: What is the Skilled Rider Course?
The Harley-Davidson Riding Academy Skilled Rider Course is a motorcycle safety course that uses the proven curriculum of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation® (MSF) Experienced Rider Course, with some enhancements developed by Harley-Davidson enthusiasts. Participants use their own motorcycles to enhance the following skills: control at low speeds, risk management, limited space maneuvers, cornering judgment, stopping quickly in a curve, swerving, stopping quickly, multiple curve maneuvers, and overcoming obstacles.
Q: Why should I participate in the Skilled Rider Course?
The skilled rider course is designed to help you improve and build on your motorcycle riding skills in a controlled environment. The lack of distractions and road hazards allows you to concentrate on fine-tuning maneuvers that you may not be able to safely perform on public roadways. It is the best way to take your riding skills to the next level while having fun with other riding enthusiasts.
You don't need to have your motorcycle license to take this course. Upon successful completion, non-licensed riders are issued a waiver that can be used at the DMV to obtain a motorcycle endorsement.
The MSF completion card, if submitted to your insurance provider, might assist you in getting possible discounts on your insurance.
Q: How much does the course cost?
This one-day course costs $199 + tax. It includes the E-course for FREE.
Q: Tell me more about this Screening Exercise.
To participate in the Intermediate Rider Course, you must pass a qualifying exercise to continue with the class to demonstrate you have control during slow-speed maneuvers.
Q: What if I can’t do the qualifying exercise?
Those who don’t successfully complete the screening exercise are welcome to take the Basic Rider Course to get more practice on all basic skills.
Q: Do I get a refund if I fail the qualifier?
While we are unable to issue refunds, we will transfer your payment toward the Basic Rider Course fee ($340).
Q: Will I be able to get into a BRC1 class right away?
Since the two classes operate on a different schedule, we can’t guarantee that you’ll be able to get into the next class, just the next one that has available seats. This could be a week to a few months beyond your BRC2 class.
Q: How do I pay for the course?
You can pay online or in-store. If paying online, you may pay the course fee by credit card only. In-store, you may pay the course fee by credit card, cash, gift card, or check.
Q: How do I know when Harley-Davidson Riding Academy Courses are available?
Click on the “sign up now” button. This will bring up all classes that are currently available at Appleton Harley-Davidson.
Q: I haven’t ridden a motorcycle for several years, but I’m not exactly “a beginner”. Does it make sense for me to take the Riding Academy Experienced Rider course?
A: Absolutely! You’ll know right away if this is the right class for you, or if you need to take the Basic Rider Course. All class fees will transfer to the Basic Rider Course if needed.
If you have questions about our Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy Intermediate Rider Course or enrollment, please call (920) 750-6943 or email ridingacademy@appletonhd.com.