Motorcycle Rider Safety

The Basic Motorcycle Rider Course is a 16-hour class, consisting of six hours of classroom instruction with ten hours of range training. Motorcycles and helmets are provided for students. All classroom and range exercises will be held at Blackhawk Technical College's Central Campus.

At the end of the class, you will complete a riding skills evaluation. Successful completion of this class will allow you to receive your MSF Completion Card and the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Skills Test Waiver form. You will need to pass an additional written test at the Wisconsin DMV to obtain an "M" endorsement. You will NOT have to retake the road test at the DMV. 

Please note the following requirements:

• Basic Rider Course requires the online MSF Basic eCourse. You must complete the eCourse within 30 days prior to the start date of your Basic Motorcycle Riding class.
• Students must have a valid driver’s license, this must be presented the first night of class.
• If you are under the age of 18 at the time of registration, or require proof of enrollment to receive your temporary motorcycle permit, please contact us at (608) 757-7630 to obtain the necessary paperwork.

Students who successfully pass both the written test and range skills test will be eligible to become motorcycle endorsed in the State of Wisconsin. This class also meets Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements for students under age 18 who wish to become motorcycle endorsed. Upon successful completion of the class, you will have to take the Skills Waiver Form to the DMV to receive your endorsement. (Remember you still have to successfully complete the written portion of the test at the DMV to receive your M endorsement).

What should I bring to class?

• You must bring your current driver's license.
• You must wear an approved motorcycle helmet with face shield/eye protection.
  • NO half-helmets will be allowed for training!
  • We do have helmets available to use if you do not have one.
• Wear long jeans, full-fingered gloves, and over-the-ankle footwear.
• For the range (Saturday and Sunday), students must arrive in appropriate riding attire which includes gloves, long-sleeved shirt or jacket, long pants, and sturdy boots for range training. We also recommend sun block and a cooler with water/sport drinks.
• For the classroom, bring a pen/pencil, paper, and highlighter.