Bike Bonding Courses
The Bike Bonding Rider Courses are divided into the Basic Bike Bonding Rider Course (BBBRC) and the Ultimate Bike Bonding Rider Course (UBBRC). Bike Bonding refers to the connection and interaction of the rider and motorcycle. Good bike bonding helps riders automate their physical skills so they can devote more attention to road and traffic conditions (searching and evaluating).
Basic Bike Bonding
The MSF Basic Bike Bonding RiderCourse (BBBRC) is a program patterned after police training courses. It stresses motorcycle manipulation skills to maximize low-speed operation and control. Emphasis is placed on helping riders improve their control manipulation, or "putting the bike where you want it".
The general objective is for participants to develop and practice basic skills beyond those acquired in the Basic RiderCourse. By the end of the course, participants will have sufficient motorcycle control skills to handle a motorcycle in more challenging street situations.
The BBBRC is designed to provide a low risk, effective, and enjoyable training event for participants as the next logical step to the Basic RiderCourse (BRC) curriculum. Participants are those that have completed the MSF Basic RiderCourse or equivalent, or have sufficient riding skills and experience to operate a motorcycle with basic proficiency. Riders must have a motorcycle endorsement or motorcycle permit. The BBBRC is also an excellent refresher course for those that may not have ridden for a period of time since their MSF Basic RiderCourse.
There is no classroom portion to this course. The BBBRC is designed to be taken with our training motorcycles, which we provide.
Items you must bring with you:
License with motorcycle endorsement.
Helmet - DOT approved helmet only!
Full-Fingered Gloves
Sturdy, over-the-ankle footwear
Long Pants
Long sleeved shirt or jacket
Eye protection.
Ultimate Bike Bonding
The Ultimate Bike-Bonding RiderCourse is a program patterned after police motorcycle training courses. It consists of drills and skill circuits to improve a rider’s performance. Control operation and body positioning are emphasized to improve smoothness and precision. It stresses motorcycle manipulation skills to maximize low-speed operation and control. Emphasis is placed on helping riders improve their control manipulation, or "putting the bike where you want it". A primary value of having good bike-bonding is how it transfers to actual on-street riding in the form of smooth control inputs and more spare "mental capacity" with which to strategize riding plans and escape routes.
The UBBRC is designed for riders who possess solid basic skills and have recent riding experience. It is recommended that the motorcycle be appropriate for the size and strength of its rider. The UBBRC does not have a formal classroom component. The overall aim is to help riders develop smooth and precise control as they manipulate the primary controls and develop riding techniques. The UBBRC allows participants to refine and practice skills, mostly in low-speed exercises. By the end of the course, participants should be able to handle their motorcycle in a more precise and smooth manner.
Participants in the UBBRC must provide their own bikes. Bikes must be capable of passing an on-site safety inspection. Minimum tread must be within the manufacturer's recommendations! Car tires or other inappropriate tires are not allowed.
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You must bring the following required items:
Motorcycle registration.
Insurance card.
Operator's license with motorcycle endorsement.
Helmet - DOT approved helmet only!
Full-Fingered Gloves
Sturdy, over-the-ankle footwear
Long Pants
Long sleeved shirt or jacket
Eye protection.