The motorcycle practical exam given by the DMV may be waived with this certification.
Graduates may also qualify for insurance premium discounts with some motorcycle
insurers. For Military Personnel: the MSF Course Completion wallet card meets
military base requirements.
Waives the DMV licensing skill test waiver, teaches the student how to be a safe and responsible motorcyclist as well as provide possible insurance discounts.
Yes. Pacific Safety Council conducts the California State program for beginning and experienced riders. We teach the MSF curriculum adopted for the California Motorcycle Safety Program and currently there are only two approved sites in San Diego County.
Any individual 15 ½ years of age or older, who wishes to participate in the Basic RiderCourse (BRC) must posses either a valid drivers license, an instruction permit, or have proof of a successful completion of the classroom portion of a basic driver's education program.
NOTE: Any person younger than 18 years must also have the written permission of his/her parents(s) or legal guardian and this person must accompany you to the classroom session of the BRC in order to sign all required paperwork, which includes a liability waiver.
Yes, as long as your license is valid. An International Drivers License will be accepted upon enrollment in the course however, you will only be issued a Basic RiderCourse Completion Card upon successful completion of the BRC. To be issued a Certificate of Completion of Motorcycle Training (DL 389), you must provide proof of a valid California Drivers License and/or permit within 30 days of completing the BRC.
The cost is $150 for riders who are under 21 years of age and $250 for riders 21 and over. Please be aware that tuition for the BRC does not include DMV fees associated with obtaining your motorcycle license.
Glasses, if you need them for viewing paperwork and video monitors.
For the riding portion:
eye protection
a long-sleeved shirt or jacket
full-fingered gloves
long pants
sturdy over- the-ankle footwear.
Additionally, it is recommended that you bring some snacks and beverages for yourself. We provide bottled drinking water and other accommodations for your comfort.
No. If you enroll in the BRC and then change your mind, you will receive a refund of $25 less than your enrollment fee if you cancel within 5 days of when the course is scheduled to begin. If you cancel out of the course after the 5 day requirement, you will not receive a refund.
Yes, if the scooter is 250cc or less and arrangements have been previously addressed with the Motorcycle Safety Program (MSP) Site Manager and approval is given.
NOTE: Proof of registration and insurance (minimum required by law) must be provided prior to riding on the range. The scooter must be in mechanically sound condition and will be inspected upon arrival to the riding range.
It is not essential to have any riding experience and we have no minimum height restrictions. However, you must have the ability to be able to touch both feet on the ground while straddling a motorcycle and must be able to hold the bike up when stopping or walking the motorcycle. If you have not ridden a bicycle in a long time, it would be a good idea to get some practice before attempting to ride a motorcycle.
Classes start promptly. If you arrive late, you will not be allowed to attend the class and/or the riding range session. You will then be placed in a “Standby” status which operates as a first come first serve basis.
90-Days: Students must complete all riding sessions, including the Skills Evaluation within a 90-day period of their original registration date.
STAND-BY: Students must understand that they are in a “Stand-By” status and that there are no guarantees. It is on a first come, first served basis.
90+ Days: If the student cannot complete all riding sessions and the Skills Evaluation within the 90-day period, they cannot continue and must understand that the registration fee is forfeited with no opportunity to reschedule.
New Registration: If a student exceeds the 90-day requirement, they may enroll in the Motorcycle Safety Program, Basic Riders Course, as a new student and pay the full registration fee.
Questions: The student may contact the MSP Coordinator with specific questions at (858) 621-2313 ×28 during normal business hours Monday through Friday from 8am-5pm.
If you do not pass the knowledge test or the skills test evaluation, you can re-take the skills evaluation at a later time. Contact the MSP Site Manager to reschedule a re-take of either the knowledge test or the skills test evaluation.
We have a 90% pass rate with our students. Not everyone completes the course the first time. If it is recommended by a RiderCoach that you repeat any portion of the session, you may repeat that session at no additional cost. If you don’t pass the course, you may repeat the entire session for a second time at no additional cost. We allow students 90 days from the date of registration to repeat any or all sessions.
You will receive a DL 389 to take to the DMV, which waives the riding portion of the Motorcycle License test. You will still be required to take the written motorcycle exam if you haven’t already done so. Please be aware that tuition for the BRC does not include DMV fees associated with obtaining your motorcycle license.
Yes, some dealerships and motorcycle manufacturers may offer a rebate program to encourage you to take the BRC. Once you complete the course you will be issued a MSF Basic RiderCourse Completion Card and a DL 389. A copy of both of these documents serves as proof of registration and successful completion of the course.
Many insurance companies offer a discount for successful completion of the Basis RiderCourse or the Experienced RiderCourse. Your Completion Card serves as proof of successful course completion.
Knowing how to shift is not a pre-requisite. The coaches will teach students how to shift and control the throttle. If you have not driven a manual car recently, it would be a good idea to get some practice before the course to refresh the basic principles.
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