Basic Rider Course

The Basic Rider Course is the best starting point for anyone ready to learn how to ride. This comprehensive course combines a 3-hour online eCourse with two full days of in-person training.

Class Details

• Online Pre-requisite: Computer eCourse
  Must be completed prior to in-person training. Print your completion certificate and bring it to class.
  *If you’re unable to print it, email it to Tim at trabalais@swtech.edu several days before class*

• In-Person Training Includes:

  • 5 hours of classroom instruction

  • 12 hours of on-motorcycle riding

  • Held Saturday & Sunday | 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. both days

Who Can Attend?

• Must be at least 14 years old

• Students under 18 must have a parent/guardian sign a waiver on the first day

• Students without a driver’s license/permit must bring a birth certificate 

2026 Class Dates

March 7-8 (COMPLETE)

April 18-19 (FULL)

May 16-17

June 13-14

July 11-12

August 15-16

September 12-13

October 3-4

November 14-15

Enrollment

Enrollment for Motorcycle Basic Safety Rider Course will be done onsite. This will allow the coordinator to go over all the information for the class, and present the student with eLearning module URL.

Cost: $185 (non-refundable)

Class size limited to 11 students

Call Tim Rabalais at (580) 480-4739 for more information.

What To Bring

All students must bring the following gear to every session:

• DOT-approved helmet

• Eye protection (sunglasses or prescription glasses acceptable)

• Full-finger gloves

• Long-sleeve shirt or jacket

• Long pants (no holes)

• Over-the-ankle boots

Safety

Before you kick up the kickstand, make sure your ride is as ready as you are! 

At Southwest Technology Center, we know that a safe ride starts in the driveway. We recommend a quick T-CLOCS inspection before every trip to ensure your bike is in top shape:

• Tires & Wheels (pressure and tread)

• Controls (levers and cables)

• Lights & Electrics (beams and signals)

• Oil & Fluids (levels and leaks)

• Chassis & Chain (frame and drive)

• Stands (side and center)

Why Choose Us?

• Motorcycles Provided: Ride our motorcycles — no need to bring your own.

• Safe Training Environment: Closed-course range ensures a safe, controlled setting.

• Certified MSF RiderCoaches: Learn from qualified instructors with proven expertise.

• Insurance Savings: Course completion certificates may qualify you for insurance discounts.

Short-Term Refund Policy

• 100% tuition refund prior to the course start date, less a $10 processing fee.

• 50% tuition refund from the beginning through 2 days after course start date.

• No refund after second class meeting.

• Books and supply fees are NOT refundable.

• Workshop seminar refunds only made prior to the start date.

• Fee of $25 assessed for all returned checks.