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| Basic Rider Course | |
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Enrolled students will be provided
with a motorcycle and a helmet. |
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| Experienced Rider Course | |
 This
six-hour course is for the licensed motorcyclist who wants to improve
or refresh their skills. Instruction is provided by Motor Vehicle
Administration and Motorcycle Safety Foundation certified instructors.
Individuals enrolling in this course must have a valid motorcycle
license. During the initial riding activities, each rider’s ability to operate a motorcycle will be evaluated by the instructors. Riders that cannot demonstrate minimum riding proficiency will not be allowed to continue and will need to consider enrolling in the Basic Rider Course. Riders who are not allowed to continue will not be eligible for a refund and may have to pay an additional fee to be enrolled in a Basic Rider Course. Riders are expected to use their own motorcycle. Personal motorcycles must be street legal, in good operating condition and pass a routine pre-ride check given as a part of the course. Riders are to provide their own riding gear, which includes a DOT certified helmet, eye protection, jacket, full-fingered gloves, long pants and sturdy over-the-ankle footwear. To complete the course riders must pass a skill test administered at the end of the course. Riders who pass will receive a Maryland Motorcycle Safety Program Completion Card. Bob’s BMW recommends Howard Community College for MSF Basic and Experienced Rider Training and the Total Control Advanced Rider Course. Click HERE to for a current list of classes for the Experienced Rider's Course at Howard Community College. |
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| Total Control | |
Who is the
Class For? The
TCARC is an advanced class and not for beginners. You must already
have your motorcycle license and a minimum of one year of street riding
experience. For students with less than two years of experience, it
is advised (though not required) that they have completed an MSF Experienced
Riders Course (ERC). If you’ve taken ERC this class is the next
step. Even if you haven’t taken the ERC but feel that your riding
skills have progressed as far as you can take them on your own, the
Advanced Riding Clinic will help you achieve the next level of riding.
If you are a racer or have participated in a “track day”
event the TCARC will improve confidence on the racetrack as well as
reduce your lap times.
What Type of Riders/Motorcycles is the Class For? Whether you ride a full-dress cruiser, sport touring, standard motorcycle or sport bike, the cornering skills taught during the Total Control Advanced Riding Clinic will all apply to your riding style. While these techniques may vary slightly for each type of motorcycle but all follow the same philosophical principals. If you primary interest is safety, the class will help you improve you ground clearance and confidence in corners. If you interested in speed and smoothness the techniques address these issues as well. How is the Class Taught? The range portion of the training takes place in a large parking lot at Frederick Community College where each of the riding exercises are individually explained, demonstrated by an instructor, and practiced by each student. Working on one skill at a time with constant instructor feedback creates the building blocks for consistent riding improvements. Each skill is built using small two-mph increments until the desired result is achieved. Typical corning speeds never exceed 20 mph, and while this may seem slow, it feels very fast while cornering around a 40-foot circle. All your bad habits, and/or fears, will rear their ugly heads but can be addressed by an experienced instructor. This learning technique allows for high rider confidence and never gets too scary. Lots of individual attention is available, as the student to instructor ration never exceeds 6 to 1. In addition to the range portion of the class a practical presentation on motorcycle suspension is included. Students learn how to analyze the effectiveness of their suspension and how to set it up for maximum traction, control and comfort. Details All students must provide their own bikes, be at least 18 years old, have a current motorcycle license, insurance policy (proof of insurance will be required at registration) and have at least one year of riding experience. Protective gear is required for all students, which include a DOT-approved helmet (full-face recommended), motorcycle jacket and pants, gloves and boots that cover the ankles. Pre-class activities start at 8:00 am on the day of each class and include; motorcycle safety inspection, nametags and filling out class forms. Instruction begins promptly at 8:30 am and ends around 4:30 pm. Lunch and a workbook with explanations and examples of the techniques and concepts covered in the course are included. Motor Vehicle Administration While the curriculum for the Advanced Riding Clinic has been approved by Maryland’s MVA, it is only for those motorcyclists that already have a current, class “M” drivers license (motorcycle license). The course does not teach beginning riders how to ride and/or operate a motorcycle. Participation in this course does not prepare students for taking any driving tests for the purposes of obtaining a motorcycle license nor does it provide any waivers for MVA testing. The Total Control Advanced Riding Clinic is not associated in any way with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). Bob’s BMW recommends Howard Community College for MSF Basic and Experienced Rider Training and the Total Control Advanced Rider Course. Click HERE to for a current list of classes for the Experienced Rider's Course at Howard Community College. |
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