Schedule of Motorcycle Rider Courses
Motorcycle rider courses are offered every April - October.
For more detailed information on the motorcycle courses, visit the main Motorcycle Rider Courses webpage.
The 2024 schedule of Motorcycle Rider courses will be released in late-February. Please join our mailing list to be notified when the schedule becomes available.
How to Register
- Register online by selecting "Add to Cart" on the desired course(s) and select "Cart" at the bottom of the page when you are ready to checkout.
- The “Seats Left” information is updated every half hour and when you checkout.
- Other registration options are available.
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Courses
- Advanced Rider Course
- Basic Rider Course 2 License Waiver
- Basic Rider Course 3 Wheel License Waiver
- Basic Rider Course License Waiver
- Introductory Motorcycle Experience
- Motorcycle Open House
Advanced Rider Course
A one-day course that complements your basic skills and helps with personal risk assessment. It includes a fast-paced classroom segment with several fun interactive activities to improve perception and hazard awareness. Range exercises enhance both basic operating skills and crash-avoidance skills. Improving your braking and cornering finesse is emphasized. The course is beneficial for riders on any type of street motorcycle.
You will need to bring the following with you to the course:
- Proof of current insurance and registration.
- Valid motorcycle license from any sate.
Prerequisites: Valid motorcycle license. Must own a street-legal, registered and insured motorcycle or scooter
Advanced RiderCourse Additional Information (PDF)
Includes important information related to this course, including a listing of required protective riding gear.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, 5/12 8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
ZSPI-011 600 | 12 seats left | $195 | Opens 2/26 |
| Thursdays, 6/13 - 6/20 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm |
ZSPI-011 700 | 12 seats left | $195 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 10/14 8:00 am - 4:00 pm |
ZSPI-011 500 | 12 seats left | $195 | Opens 2/26 |
Basic Rider Course 2 License Waiver
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic RiderCourse 2 for License Waiver (BRC2- LW), is a unique riding curriculum for New Yorkers offered through the New York State Motorcycle Safety Program (NYSMSP). You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in the BRC2 –LW per NYS DMV. If you are under age 18, you may not enroll in this course. This course consists of an online course (eCourse) and practice riding exercises on your own motorcycle or scooter. The online course must be completed before attending the riding exercises. The course is designed to further develop your riding skills on your own street-legal motorcycle or scooter in our secure riding setting. The riding exercises conclude with a Skills Evaluation. The BRC2-LW is designed for individuals that have some street riding skills and experience (braking, cornering, swerving) and have held a valid New York State Motorcycle Permit for at least one calendar year. This course is NOT for beginners.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 5/4 7:30 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-023 600 | 12 seats left | $270 | Opens 2/26 |
| Sunday, 5/12 7:30 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-023 601 | 12 seats left | $270 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 5/27 7:30 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-023 602 | 12 seats left | $270 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/8 7:30 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-023 700 | 12 seats left | $270 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 9/2 7:30 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-023 500 | 12 seats left | $270 | Opens 2/26 |
Basic Rider Course 3 Wheel License Waiver
MSF's 3-Wheel Basic RiderCourse is taught on school-provided 3-wheel training units that have two wheels in the front and one in the back. You may bring your own street legal 3-wheel motorcycle to the class if you prefer. Proof of current registration and insurance required. Motorcycle/side car rigs and sit-in car-style 3-wheel vehicles are not permitted in the class. If you plan to ride a 2-wheel motorcycle, you must take the BRC or BRC-2 for license waiver course. This course is sponsored by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and approved for NYS DMV for 3-wheel only motorcycle license.
You are required to complete the MSF online eCourse within 30 days of the classroom. The link will be emailed to you and there is no additional charge to take the eCourse. Please also view the Can-Am On-Road Safety Video and BRP REP Safety Video.
Before registering, please read the Additional Course Information.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 5/25 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sunday, 5/26 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZSPI-024 600 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/1 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sunday, 6/2 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZSPI-024 700 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/15 12:45 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, 6/16 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
ZSPI-024 701 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 7/6 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sunday, 7/7 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZSPI-024 702 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 7/20 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sunday, 7/21 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZSPI-024 703 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 7/31 7:30 am - 1:00 pm Thursday, 8/1 7:30 am - 12:30 pm |
ZSPI-024 704 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/3 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sunday, 8/4 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZSPI-024 705 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/10 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sunday, 8/11 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZSPI-024 706 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 9/21 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm Sunday, 9/22 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm |
ZSPI-024 500 | 12 seats left | $99 | Opens 2/26 |
Basic Rider Course License Waiver
In the Basic RiderCourse you will learn:
- Street strategies to avoid trouble and stay safe.
- How to maneuver in tough situations.
- Swerving, avoiding collisions, special situations, lane changes, passing and avoiding hazards.
The Basic RiderCourse provides classroom and actual motorcycle/scooter operator training in a controlled, off-street environment. No experience is necessary, however, you must be able to ride a bicycle. A STRONG sense of balance is required! Student must possess a valid NYS driver’s license. Upon successful completion of the Basic RiderCourse, a NYSMSP road test waiver card will be issued. You take it to NYS DMV, apply for the motorcycle permit, if you do not have one, present waiver card and pay any fees and you will receive the “M” endorsement. You are required to complete the MSF online eCourse within 30 days of the classroom. The link will be emailed to you and there is no additional charge to take the eCourse.
Before registering, please read the Additional Course Information.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, 4/6 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday, 4/7 9:00 am - 3:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 600 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 4/8 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday, 4/15 9:00 am - 3:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 601 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 4/13 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday, 4/14 9:00 am - 3:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 602 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 4/20 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday, 4/21 9:00 am - 3:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 603 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 4/22 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday, 4/29 9:00 am - 3:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 604 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 4/27 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Sunday, 4/28 9:00 am - 3:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 605 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 4/27 12:45 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, 4/28 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 606 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 5/6 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday, 5/13 9:00 am - 3:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 607 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 5/18 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 5/19 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 608 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/1 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 6/2 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 700 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 6/3 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 6/4 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 615 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 6/5 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 6/6 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 616 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Friday, 6/7 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Friday, 6/14 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 617 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/8 12:45 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, 6/9 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 619 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/8 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 6/9 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 618 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 6/10 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 6/11 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 620 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 6/12 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 6/13 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 621 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/15 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 6/16 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 708 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 6/17 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 6/18 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 709 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 6/19 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 6/20 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 710 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Friday, 6/21 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Friday, 6/28 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 711 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/22 12:45 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, 6/23 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 712 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 6/24 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 6/25 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 713 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 6/26 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 6/27 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 714 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/29 12:45 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, 6/30 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 716 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/29 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 6/30 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 715 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 7/1 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 7/2 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 717 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 7/3 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 7/4 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 718 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Friday, 7/5 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Friday, 7/12 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 719 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 7/6 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 7/7 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 720 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 7/8 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 7/9 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 721 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 7/10 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 7/11 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 722 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 7/13 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 7/14 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 723 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 7/15 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 7/16 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 724 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 7/17 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 7/18 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 725 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Friday, 7/19 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Friday, 7/26 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 726 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 7/20 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 7/21 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 727 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 7/22 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 7/23 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 728 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 7/24 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 7/25 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 729 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 7/27 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 7/28 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 730 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 7/29 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 7/30 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 731 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Friday, 8/2 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Friday, 8/9 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 732 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/3 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 8/4 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 733 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 8/5 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 8/6 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 734 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 8/7 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 8/8 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 735 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/10 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 8/11 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 736 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 8/12 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 8/13 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 737 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 8/14 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 8/15 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 738 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Friday, 8/16 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Friday, 8/23 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 739 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/17 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 8/18 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 740 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 8/19 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 8/20 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 741 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 8/21 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 8/22 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 742 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/24 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 8/25 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 743 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 8/26 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Tuesday, 8/27 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 744 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Wednesday, 8/28 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Thursday, 8/29 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 745 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Friday, 8/30 7:30 am - 2:30 pm Friday, 9/6 7:30 am - 2:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 746 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/31 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 9/1 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 747 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/31 12:45 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, 9/1 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 748 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 9/7 12:45 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, 9/8 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 501 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 9/7 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 9/8 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 500 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 9/14 12:45 pm - 7:30 pm Sunday, 9/15 12:30 pm - 7:00 pm |
ZSPI-015 503 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 9/14 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 9/15 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 502 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 9/21 7:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday, 9/22 7:00 am - 1:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 504 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 9/28 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday, 9/29 8:00 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 505 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 10/5 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday, 10/6 8:00 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 506 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 10/12 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday, 10/13 8:00 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 507 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 10/19 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday, 10/20 8:00 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 508 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 10/26 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Sunday, 10/27 8:00 am - 2:30 pm |
ZSPI-015 509 | 12 seats left | $321 | Opens 2/26 |
Introductory Motorcycle Experience
This two-hour experience provides students with an opportunity to become familiar with a motorcycle/scooter and its controls in a low-risk, controlled environment. It is designed for the student who has no riding experience and isn't sure whether or not they should take formal training. You will not learn how to ride a motorcycle/scooter, but you will experience a its operational characteristics through an initial hands-on experience, allowing you to consider the possibility of formally learning to ride. You should consider yourself successful in this course regardless if you choose to learn to ride or not. This experience does not guarantee success in the Basic RiderCourse (BRC). Group size is limited to four students and one IME RiderCoach. You do not need a motorcycle permit for this introductory course.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, 4/7 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
ZSPI-013 600 | 3 seats left | $60 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 5/4 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZSPI-013 601 | 3 seats left | $60 | Opens 2/26 |
| ZSPI-013 602 | 3 seats left | $60 | Opens 2/26 | |
| Sunday, 5/12 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZSPI-013 603 | 3 seats left | $60 | Opens 2/26 |
| Monday, 5/27 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZSPI-013 604 | 3 seats left | $60 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 6/8 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm |
ZSPI-013 700 | 3 seats left | $60 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 7/27 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
ZSPI-013 701 | 3 seats left | $60 | Opens 2/26 |
| Saturday, 8/24 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
ZSPI-013 702 | 3 seats left | $60 | Opens 2/26 |
Motorcycle Open House
Come and talk with RiderCoaches about the classes we offer. On-site registration will be available. This event will be held in the Bulmer Telecommunication Center (BTC) Meeting Room. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be via Zoom.
| Schedule | Section | Seats Left | Cost | Register |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, 2/27 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm |
ZSPI-020 600 | 95 seats left | $0 |
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Additional Resources
Here you will find forms for all of our courses and programs, including kids on campus, related to registration, consent and release, scholarship requests and more.
Cancellation and refund policies vary depending on the type and length of course. Find out about course cancellations, requesting a refund and more.
The Office of Community, Professional and Workforce Development is interested in new and innovative instructors and course ideas that will be of interest to community members.
Get in Touch
Community, Professional and Workforce Development
Fax: (518) 629-8103
Regular Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Summer 2023 Hours (May 22 - July 28): Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; Friday, Closed
(excluding college holidays and vacations)