Motorcycle and Scooter Training!
Summer 2010
This CHP-approved training is designed primarily for beginning and inexperienced motorcyclists of all ages. It consists of 6 hours classroom and 10 hours on-cycle instruction of safe, responsible motorcycling.
Are you an experienced rider, but without a motorcycle license? The vehicle code in California is to impound your motorcycle if you are caught riding without a M1 (motorcycle license) endorsement on your license. Law Enforcement officers don’t always impound, but a high percentage do. Towing costs, storage cost and the cost of the ticket all add up to $$$.
The "most-asked" questions we receive regarding
motorcycle training are:
What happens after I successfully complete the course?
What do I do if I have a scooter?
1. When are your classes held?
In the summer we'll have 2 classes every weekend (A & B) meeting on Thursday evening, all day Saturday and 1/2 day on Sunday.
A Class
Thursday evening - 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Saturday - 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sunday - 6:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
B class
Thursday evening - 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Saturday - 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Sundays - 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Scheduled Weekend Classes:
Download a schedule of classes for the following months
You will attend a total of at least 16 hours of instruction, including both classroom and range time. Times may vary, check the schedule that will be given to you.
2. How much does the class cost?
21 years of age or over - $250
Under 21 at the time the registration is taken - $150
The fee is less for anyone under 21 because the state requires anyone under 21 who wants to ride a motorcycle to take this safety course.
3. How do I sign up?
You can register over the phone using a credit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover) - OR come to our office at 435 College Avenue, Morris Building, Room 204 and register using Cash, Check or Credit Card.
4. What happens after I successfully complete the course?
Once you successfully complete the motorcycle class, our office will process the paperwork, and mail you a certificate within 2 weeks. You will take the certificate we mail you to the DMV and it will waive the driving portion of the test. If you do not pass the course the first time, you may retake the course, or portion needed, at no cost.
5. Do you provide the motorcycles?
Yes, we provide the motorcycles that you will use on the range portion of the class. They are Honda 250cc - Nighthawks and Rebels.
6. What else do I need?
We provide the helmets if you need one - if you bring your own it needs to be DOT (Department of Transportation) approved.
On the days you ride you will need:
Heavy jeans
Long sleeve shirt that covers the wrists
Eye protection (can be sun glasses, eye glasses or the visor for your helmet)
Full-finger leather gloves
Heavy boots that cover the ankle (Converse tennis shoes are not heavy enough - can use hiking boots, riding boots, work boots, etc.)
Helmet - if you bring you own make sure it is DOT approved. We provide helmets if you need one
Call 575-6063 for Current Available Dates or download the links below
Be sure to review the information listed here or what is sent to you.
You can call us an put your name on a "Last Minute" wait list. This list is ONLY for cancellations that we receive. We do not call you from this list for new dates.
NOTE: Under 21 years of age MUST register in person or over the phone - 575-6063.
The classes will consist of 6 hours classroom time and 10 hours of range time while riding a motorcycle. The motorcycles and helmets are provided and upon successful completion of the course you will receive a certificate of completion (DL 389) that will waive the skills test at DMV. You will need to take the DMV written test to get your license.
You will need one of the following: a valid driver's license, permit (for car or motorcycle), or completion certificate from drivers education. All valid out-of-state and foreign licenses are acceptable.
If you are going to get a motorcycle license only (you do not have an automobile drivers license), DMV will require you to also take a road test.
M1 license = motorcycle & scooter
M2 license = moped
It is the policy of the Modesto Junior College Community Education school to use only MJC motorcycles as training bikes. Due to increased liability issues we do not allow students to use their personal motorcycle or scooter as a training bike.
State law requires anyone under 21 years of age who will be riding a motorcycle to have this training. It also recommends that all others riding motorcycles be trained.
Information for Scooters
If you are registering for scooter training please call our office and let us know. You will use your own scooter - you must have valid, up-to-date insurance and registration copies that you will turn into the office or instructor. You will be asked to come to the range 1/2 hour early so the instructor can do a pre-ride inspection of your scooter.
