Safe Rider
The Safe Rider Program is an award-winning, WIDOT and Motorcycle Safety Foundation Certified and Approved Training Series. It is designed to lower the fatality rate on our roads by training riders in the proper and prudent use of motorcycles. It also aims to increase their traffic skills and thereby improve their survival rates on the street. To this end we offer both the Basic Rider Course (BRC) (designed for beginning and minimally skilled riders) and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation BRC2 Class for experienced riders who are at least 18 years old (designed for the rider with at least a year of on-street operation). This course offers valuable practice and learning of advanced riding techniques on your own motorcycle. This class qualifies for License Waiver, a course for experienced riders who need to get their motorcycle endorsement.
Questions call 715-299-7233
Email - abatesaferider@gmail.com
As of the start of classes for 2025 you must have the Real ID driver's license or ID to enter Ft. McCoy for your class. Go to the DMV or check the Wisconsin DOT site for details.
NOTE: Entrance to the classes at Fort McCoy requires a background check. If you have a felony conviction, we cannot train you at our site. Please click the link below to find another training site.
Basic Rider Course (BRC)
Basic Rider Course (BRC)
Prerequisites:
You must have the ability to balance on a two-wheeled vehicle -- a bicycle, for example. You must be at least 15.5 years old and have completed driver education. If you are a minor, you must have proof of parental permission. (We can send you a blank permission form on request.) You do not need to have your DMV Motorcycle Permit to take the class. You will need a Driver's License or picture ID.
IMPORTANT eCourse Information:
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Before you register, you should know that there will be a pre-course assignment. This must be completed prior to your first day of class. It is in the form of an online eCourse. This eCourse will take you approximately five hours to complete. Internet access is required to complete this eCourse. More information will be sent to you about the eCourse process when you register with us.
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You need to complete the eCourse no more than 30 days prior to your class with us.
Necessary equipment you must supply for the hands-on course includes: a sturdy jacket or long-sleeved shirt, full-fingered gloves, long pants, low heeled boots or high-topped shoes, and eye protection. You may also use your own helmet. Helmets must be three-quarter or full-face. If you do not have an acceptable helmet, one will be supplied. One of our motorcycles and all other course materials will be provided.
Course Content: The BRC consists of approximately 16 hours of instruction. There are approximately five hours of the eCourse instruction, stressing traffic-survival techniques and motorcycle operation., and eleven hours of hands-on riding. You must report on time for all sessions of your class to complete the requirements.
Instructors:
All instructors are certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and approved by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Our instructors have as many as 29 years of experience.
BRC Registration
Our Location:
BRC riding classes are held at Fort McCoy. You must have a real ID with you to enter Fort McCoy for the class. This year's cost for the beginning course is $275, which includes the use of one of our motorcycles and the cost of the eCourse. Helmets are also furnished if you do not have one.
For locations in other parts of the state see Wisconsin DOT.
For Permit or licensing questions go to WISDOT and DMV Motorcycle Licensing.
Classes run Saturday and Sunday all day beginning at 7:45 AM at Fort McCoy.
Instructors:
Gary Klinker, Larry Geist, Diana Guinn, Les Mlsna, Savannah Rose, Abby Weis, Deven Felber, and Brandon Grogan
Due to facility conflicts, all classes are subject to revision or rescheduling.
Questions call 715-299-7233
Email - abatesaferider@gmail.com
Three Wheel Basic Rider Course (3WBRC)
Three Wheel Basic Rider Course (3WBRC)
Prerequisites:
You must be at least 16 years old and have a Driver License. If you are a minor, you must have proof of parental permission. (We can send you a blank permission form on request.) You will need to have your Driver’s License and a DMV Motorcycle Permit to take the class because you will ride your own motorcycle. Students must provide their own 3-wheel motorcycle, safety checked, licensed, and insured.
IMPORTANT eCourse Information:
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Before you register, you should know that there will be a pre-course assignment. This must be completed prior to your first day of class. It is in the form of an online eCourse. This eCourse will take you approximately five hours to complete. Internet access is required to complete this eCourse. More information will be sent to you about the eCourse process when you register with us.
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You need to complete the eCourse no more than 30 days prior to your class with us.
Necessary equipment you must supply for the hands-on course includes: a sturdy jacket or long-sleeved shirt, full-fingered gloves, long pants, low heeled boots or high-topped shoes, and eye protection. You may also use your own helmet. Helmets must be three-quarter or full-face. If you do not have an acceptable helmet, one will be supplied. All other course materials will be provided. Must supply your own street legal, insured 3-wheel motorcycle.
Course Content:
The 3WBRC consists of approximately 16 hours of instruction. There are approximately five hours of eCourse instruction, stressing traffic-survival techniques, and motorcycle operation and eleven hours of hands-on riding. You must report on time for all sessions of your class to complete the requirements.Instructors: All instructors are certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and approved by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Our instructors have as many as 29 years of experience.
3WBRC Registration
Our Location: 3WBRC riding classes are held at Fort McCoy. You must have a real ID with you to enter Fort McCoy for the class.
This year's cost for the course is $275, which includes all class materials and the cost of the eCourse. Helmets are also furnished if you do not have an acceptable one.
For locations in other parts of the state see Wisconsin DOT.
For Permit or licensing questions go to WISDOT and DMV Motorcycle Licensing.
Classes run Saturday and Sunday 8:45 AM to 4 PM
Due to facility conflicts, all classes are subject to revision or rescheduling.
Questions call 715-299-7233
Email - abatesaferider@gmail.com