Learn the skills to ride safely and confidently in real-world conditions.
2025 Basic Rider Courses are full for this riding season.
We will open registration for the 2026 riding season on February 18, 2026.
The first class is scheduled for April 11-12, 2026.
Build Confidence on the Road
Whether you’re new to motorcycles or returning to riding, Ozarks Tech’s Motorcycle Basic Rider Course helps you develop the knowledge and control needed for safe, responsible riding. You’ll learn:
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Motorcycle operation and control
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Balance and stability techniques
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Effective braking and cornering
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Traffic strategies and hazard awareness
Led by experienced instructors, this hands-on course combines classroom learning and range exercises in a supportive environment.
Training Options
Basic Motorcycle Course I
Duration: 2 Days
Credits: 0
Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Cost: $275
Short-Term Course Credits: 0 The MSF Basic RiderCourse is designed for beginning riders 15 1/2 years of age and up. During class, you will complete approximately 11 hours of hands-on riding exercises in a controlled, off-street environment. Motorcycles are provided at no additional charge for your use during the course. Your MSF-certified RiderCoach will guide you through the basic skills of straight-line riding, stopping, shifting, and turning, gradually progressing to swerving and emergency braking. You will also complete both a written and riding test. Students who successfully complete the BRC course and pass both tests will be issued a completion card from MMSP which is a waiver for BOTH the Missouri DMV written and riding tests. Take the card to your local Missouri license office and they will put a motorcycle endorsement on your driver’s license. You must complete a 5-hour online course within 30 days before your first class date.
Motorcycles are provided, and helmets are available for use. Students may bring their own helmet (DOT approved 3/4 or full-face only. No half helmets permitted). Protective clothing is required. Students must wear over-the-ankle skid-proof boots/shoes, with no heels taller than 2 inches, denim weight pants and a long-sleeve shirt or jacket, eye protection, and full-finger gloves.
Advanced Rider Course
Duration: 1 Day
Credits: 0
Lec 0 Lab 0 Practicum 0
Cost: $149
Short-Term Course Credits: 0 This one-day course utilizes and builds on your basic skills as well as helps with personal risk assessment – to help you improve your overall riding. It includes a fast-paced classroom segment with several fun interactive activities to improve perception and hazard awareness. Range exercises enhance both basic operating skills and crash-avoidance skills. Improving your braking and cornering finesse is emphasized. The course is beneficial for riders on any type of street motorcycle.
Students will bring their own motorcycle and helmet (DOT approved 3/4 or full-face only. No half helmets permitted). Protective clothing is required. Students must wear over-the-ankle skid-proof boots/shoes, with no heels taller than 2 inches, denim weight pants, and a long-sleeve shirt or jacket, eye protection, and full-finger gloves.
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