Basic Training Course
Your First Ride Starts Here
The Basic Riding Course takes you from complete beginner to road-ready rider in this 16 hour, 2 consecutive days, course. Learn fundamental riding skills with hands-on practice on our motorcycles. The best foundation for any rider earning their California motorcycle endorsement—and required for riders under 21.
$395 Riders under 21 • $425 Riders 21 & over
BASIC RIDING COURSE
Built For Beginners. Trusted By Thousands.
Over two decades of teaching new riders means we know exactly how to get you licensed and road-ready. CMSP-approved training that may waive the DMV riding test upon graduation*.
Sign Up for A Course
Choose a location, register and pay for the course.
You will receive a confirmation via email. If you do not receive an email within 48hrs, give us a call.
Complete 2-Day Training
6 hours classroom + 10 hours riding practice. Motorcycles & helmets included—just bring safety gear.
see a list of safety gear below
Take Your Certificate to the DMV
Upon graduating, you will be mailed a DL389 certificate. Take this with you to the DMV to waive the skills test*.
*the DMV may decide in person that you need to take all testing, neither passing nor getting a license is guaranteed.
Level Up Your Skills
Sign up for another course—learn Total Control®, road speed cornering, throttle control and more.
What You'll Learn
6 Hours
Classroom Training
Learn the fundamentals that keep you safe on the road—California motorcycle laws, risk awareness, collision avoidance strategies, proper gear selection, and how motorcycles operate.
10 Hours
Range Practice
Build real riding skills with hands-on instruction—starting, stopping, turning, emergency braking, swerving maneuvers, slow-speed control, and real-world riding scenarios.
Additional Details
Must be able to balance on a two-wheel bicycle. Be at least 15 years 6 months old. Must have a valid, non restricted government-issued license or photo ID: driver’s license, permit, state ID, school ID or passport. Parent or guardian signature required if under 18 years old (parent/guardian must attend first class session to sign a waiver). In good health and physically capable of operating a motorcycle. No prior riding experience necessary—this course is designed for complete beginners.
Valid photo or school ID. Meals to cover your 8 hour day, a pen, and any other helpful classroom learning materials. Full coverage safety wear: hands, arms, legs and feet must be fully covered at all times (we provide gloves and helmets). Sturdy over the ankle boots—leather or equivalent. Long pants of sturdy material, preferably jeans—no holes, no sweats, no leggings. Long sleeve t-shirt or jacket. Bring glasses or contacts if you have a prescription that impacts riding or reading.
Motorcycles. DOT-approved helmets in all sizes, including full face shield coverage. Full-fingered gloves. All training materials and workbooks.
Why Train with Ride Rite?
We prepare you for actual road conditions, emergency situations, and the split-second decisions that keep you safe.
We don't just help you pass a test.
Before taking this class I had never been on a motorcycle (other than the half dozen times I was a passenger.) I was a little nervous about what to expect, but this class was AMAZING. They started off easy and progressed just as I was getting comfortable with a maneuver. I was never so far out of my comfort zone that I was anxious. All the staff was friendly, encouraging, and informative.
— Sarah
My instructors were insanely helpful and knowledgeable. My class was primarily first time riders and they were so patient with us and made sure we fully understood the instructions were given as well as first hand examples. They are very thorough with both the class and the riding segments each day.
— Rina
What an amazing experience. I had never driven a motorcycle before taking this course. They teach you an emphasis on safety and how to ride with simple exercises and build on as you grow your confidence.
— Vikki
Excellent instructors, highly recommend using this facility for motorcycle training. Instructors are highly knowledgeable and experienced and personable. Spend the money, do the training and thank yourself at the end of class for signing up!
— Gilbert
FAQs
You do not need your own motorcycle in order to participate in this course. We provide motorcycles for our students to use in training. We use 125 cc up to 310 cc training motorcycles. We have Honda Rebel, Suzuki GZ, Kawasaki Eliminator, BMW GS and Suzuki DR motorcycles.
Students can use their own motorcycle/scooter, as long as it is 350 cc or less. Current motorcycle permit, registration and proof of insurance (minimum required by law) will need to be provided prior to riding on the range. The motorcycle/scooter must also be in mechanically sound condition and will be inspected at the beginning of the riding day.
Enrollment fees are non-refundable for any reason. You can drop your enrollment in a class and become a stand-by student for up to 3 months. Stand-by does not guarantee your seat. Last minute cancellations will result in a $125.00 reschedule fee.
In order to pass you have to take a written test and a riding test. If you do not pass, you will not receive the DL389 certificate and will need to schedule to retake the written and riding tests ($50 fee in order to use a bike). Private lessons are available to purchase before and/or after the course in order to help personally prepare you to pass.
Unfortunately if you miss a class or show up late to a course time, you will need to re-enroll in the program. In order to re-enroll, you will be charged a fee of $125.00 and can come back as a standby student for up to 3 months (stand-by does not guarantee your seat). We highly recommend you arrive 30 minutes prior to designated start time.
If there is a class you would like to take with a date earlier than what is shown as available (or labeled as Sold Out) you can sign up for our stand by list by calling the office and following the prompts to complete the call. When selected off of the standby list, you will be treated as a student with the same requirements as all others—if you show up late or miss a class, you will need to re-enroll and start over, including a $125 re-enrollment fee.
We have no minimum height restrictions. However, riders are required to be able to touch both feet to the ground while straddling the motorcycle. Riders must also be able to hold the bike up when stopping or walking the motorcycle. We have motorcycles of various sizes—if you have concerns, please call the office.
You do not need to take the written motorcycle permit test prior to taking this course. If you are 21 or under, you won’t be able to take the written permit test prior to taking this course.
Upon successful completion of the class, you will receive a DL-389 certificate in the mail (about a week after your class). You must take this certificate with you to the DMV, who may approve or reject your ability to waive testing, as they review your driving record and any other specifics that may hinder you from obtaining a license or cause you to need to retake the tests. This certificate is only good for one year from the date you pass the course. After one year, the certificate is expired and will no longer be accepted by the DMV. Neither passing nor getting licensed is guaranteed.
Yes, you need to take the entire course, even with a permit. The basic course covers necessary safety skills and additional testing required to obtain a DL389 certificate.
The basic course is 16 hours over 2 consecutive, 8 hour days. You must attend both sessions together. If you miss or arrive late to a session you will need to reschedule to take the course, with a $125 rescheduling fee.