Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need
to pay for the class in advance?
Are credit cards accepted for payment?
Where are the classes taught?
How old must I be to take the class?
What qualifications do I need to take the class?
What do I need to wear while taking the riding portion of the class?
What if rain is forecast for the weekend or it rains during a class?
Can I ride my own motorcycle when participating in the Basic Rider Course?
What size motorcycles are provided as trainers?
Can a trainer motorcycle be ridden in the Experienced Rider
Course?
What does the State of Arkansas require for a motorcycle endorsement?
How does completing the Basic Rider Course or Experienced Rider Course aid
in getting a motorcycle endorsement on my Arkansas Drivers License?
Does completing a course entitle me to a discount on my insurance premium?
Do motorcycle manufacturers offer incentives for taking the course?
What does the law in the State of Arkansas state about wearing a helmet?
Need a local Hotel?
Active members of the National Guard have the tuition paid for by the Guard!
Do I need to pay for the class in advance?
If you want a guaranteed position on a particular weekend you must
pre-pay. If you are not pre-paid then you are on a 'stand-by' status, so if
you show up and the class is full you will not be able to participate.
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Are credit cards accepted for payment?
Unfortunately, credit cards are not accepted. Personal
checks, money orders, or cash are the only means of payment.
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Where are the classes taught?
Currently classes are taught at facilities provided by Arkansas State
University (ASU) at the main campus in Jonesboro and at Marion High School (MHS).
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How old must I be to take the class?
Minimum age is fourteen, (younger students can take the course if a parent
or legal guardian is present for both the classroom and riding portions of the
course). If you are under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must
sign a waiver prior to participating in the riding portion of the class.
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What qualifications do I need to take the class?
Participants must be able to balance and ride a bicycle. If it has
been a long time since you rode a bicycle, it is suggested you ride again to
regain your two-wheel balance.
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What do I need to wear while taking the riding portion of the class?
1. DOT helmet (Loaner helmets are available upon request)
2. Eye protection
3. Full fingered gloves
4. Long sleeved shirt or jacket
5. Long sturdy pants
6. Sturdy over-the-ankle footwear (Practical for riding with a low heel)
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What if rain is forecast for the weekend or it rains during a class?
Classes are held rain or shine unless the Rider Coach
determines weather
conditions render it unsafe to be outdoors; then students will have an
opportunity to reschedule. Heavy down pours can cause temporary delays but
do not completely cancel the class. If you do not arrive on time
for the riding portion of the course due to a fear of rain, you will be
considered a no-show and your tuition is forfeited. If rain is in the
forecast be prepared by bringing a rain suit or a change of clothing and shoes.
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Can I ride my own motorcycle when participating in the Basic Rider Course?
Yes, but we prefer you to ride a trainer motorcycle that we provide.
The course is designed to further develop some riding skills that you may have
never attempted before. It might be less intimidating to learn these
maneuvers on a 300 pound motorcycle.
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What size motorcycles are provided as trainers?
We use 250 cc motorcycles or smaller that weigh around 300 pounds.
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Can a trainer motorcycle be ridded in the Rider
Course?Experienced
Two things are required 1.) Score 80% or more on a twenty-five question multiple choice written test. 2.) Practical riding
test OR completion a rider safety course. The written test is required to
obtain a 60 day learner permit to practice riding skills (the riding portion of
the test can be taken later on the same day as the written test but a motorcycle
may not be ridden to the testing site to take the written portion of the test).
When the riding test is taken the applicant must show proof of insurance and
registration.
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How does completing the Basic Rider Course or Experienced Rider Course aid
in getting a motorcycle endorsement on my Arkansas Drivers License?
Successful completion of either course waives the practical riding portion of the
licensing process; however the State's written test is still required.
This makes it possible to obtain a motorcycle endorsement on your license without actually
owning a motorcycle.
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Does completing a course entitle me to a discount on my insurance premium?
Some insurance companies offer discounts on premiums for riders who successfully complete the course. You
should check with your insurance agent for details.
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Do motorcycle manufacturers offer incentives for taking the course?
To further support safety some manufacturers offer incentives such
as gift certificates to be spent at a dealership for successful completion of the course. Programs vary and are subject to change
so check with your dealer for details.
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What does the law in the State of Arkansas state about wearing a helmet?
"Protective head gear must be by persons under twenty-one years of age." This age restriction includes both the driver and/or passenger under twenty-one.
Further restrictions for young riders in Arkansas are:
"No driver under the age of sixteen
years is allowed to carry a passenger."
"A child must be at least eight years old to be a passenger in the State of
Arkansas."
"A signiture is required by parent or legal guardian to obtain a motorcycle endorsement for riders under the age of 18."
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Need a local Hotel?
If you need to spend the night, a list of local Hotels is available upon
request.
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