To participate, you must have one of the following forms of state-issued identification:• A valid New York State license, Class A, B, C, D, DJ, or E; or• A valid M or MJ motorcycle learner permit; or• A valid New York State Non-Driver Identification Card (NDID). Note: holders of only an NDID are eligible to participate and may be issued a certificate of completion (Road Test Waiver Card), but a NYS Permit/Drivers License will need to be obtained to benefit from the road test waiver it provides.

For the MSF Basic RiderCourse, a motorcycle permit is not required to participate, but a valid M or MJ motorcycle learner permit will need to be obtained to meet the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle's requirements for motorcycle licensing.For the MSF Basic RiderCourse 2, students must possess a valid M or MJ motorcycle learner permit and have a minimum of 40 hours riding experience, with at least 10 hours of experience riding in medium- to high-volume traffic.For the Advanced RiderCourse (ARC), students must possess a valid M or MJ motorcycle license endorsement and have a minimum of 1,000 hours riding experience in diverse traffic situations.​

Yes. Students must be at least 18 years of age to participate.Exception: Students age 16 or 17 may participate IF they have a valid driver’s license AND a parent/legal guardian accompanies them to check-in on Day 1 to provide written authorization of consent . Without proper authorization, the minor will not be allowed to participate.

Participants must be able to place both feet flat on the ground, therefore, the recommended minimum height for riding is 5'. If you're unsure whether you meet the height requirement, you can contact us BEFORE your register. We can schedule a fitting using one of our motorcycles to confirm your fit. There are no refunds if you register and are then unable to meet the height requirement at class check-in.

Students must be able to ride a bicycle and possess the physical stamina, mental alertness, motor skills and coordination necessary to safely operate a motorcycle, including the ability to stabilize and push the motorcycle from a standing position. If an instructor determines a student is unable to meet the requirements, the student will be counseled out of the class to ensure everyone's safety. There are no refunds when a student is counseled out or otherwise unable to complete the course.

Students who fail to attend a scheduled session or cancel without proper notice, as outlined under the CANCELLATION POLICY, will not receive a refund or credit for the missed session. Once a class session begins, no refunds will be issued for any reason.

Only the DMV has authority to issue a motorcycle "license". Students who successfully complete the course and earn a passing score on their final riding skills assessment will receive a NYS Motorcycle Road Test Waiver Card. When presented at a NYS DMV office along with a valid motorcycle learner's permit, the Road Test Waiver Card serves as a waiver of the motorcycle road test and qualifies for motorcycle licensing.