Learn to Ride

CLASSES FOR 2023 ARE FILLING UP! !

The Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy NEW RIDER COURSE

– Designed in conjunction with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation®.
– Develop the proper understanding and skills for being safe on the road.
– Approved by the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration.
– A minimum of a C Class Driver License is REQUIRED to participate in this course, however, riding experience or a motorcycle learner’s permit is NOT REQUIRED.

**Successful completion qualifies you to purchase a Maryland Motorcycle License with no additional testing at the MVA.**

We look forward to welcoming new students for the 2023 training season. REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

READ BELOW FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OUR PROGRAM AND CLASS FORMATS OFFERED.

Courses offered: New Rider Course – March through December up to 4 class formats per week to choose from (see formats listed below)
The Riding Academy New Rider Course is a three part course which consists of three required components:

  1. eCourse – On line course – must be completed on a laptop or desktop computer. It is a PREREQUISITE for the rest of the course!
  2. Classroom – Completed at the dealership
  3. Riding – Completed at our exclusive closed course riding range

**All three components are required pieces and must be completed in the order noted above to successfully qualify for your M Class License.**

Course Cost: $399 INCLUDES:

  • All Classroom materials
  • Use of a Harley-Davidson 500cc Street Motorcycle.

Payment:

    • Full payment due upon registration.
    • Online registrations require payment via VISA and MasterCard credit cards ONLY.

In Store payment VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash

  • Payment does not imply or guarantee successful completion.

Course Scheduling:

  • Select from four convenient class formats (noted below)
  • Click the orange button to view schedule and register on line!
  • If your class falls within a holiday week, please verify your class dates and times they may have been adjusted to accommodate holiday scheduling.
  • All courses must be completed in their entirety and you may not mix & match days and times.

Cancellation/Refund Policy:

  • No reschedule/refund 14 days or less prior to the start of class.
  • If registration takes place within the 14 days prior to class you are automatically subject to the cancellation policy.
  • Failure to be prepared for class (including completion of online eCourse) is subject to dismissal from the course with no refund/no reschedule.

To Participate Students Must:

  • Students must be able to speak, read and understand the English language. No interpreters are allowed. No other language materials are provided.
  • Complete the online eCourse no more than 30 days prior to first class session.
  • Motorcycle Safety Foundation eCourse:

    After you have secured your class reservation, please access the MSF website training.msf-usa.org/eCourse/Basic  It is a PREREQUISITE to participate in the New Rider Course!

    eCourse must be completed within 30 days prior to your first class session, on a laptop or desktop computer.

  • Arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of any class session. Tardiness may result in dismissal from course and forfeiture of class fee
  • Arrive completely prepared for class as described in email from program manager (not the auto confirm email from registration)
  • Students who are under the age of 18 must report to the first day of class with their parent/guardian, who must sign the waivers in the presence of the class instructor.
  • Provide their own PERSONAL SAFETY GEAR:
    • DOT compliant helmet
    • Eye protection (helmet face shield or safety eyewear)
    • Full fingered gloves
    • Jacket
    • Full length jeans or riding pants
    • Over-ankle boots.
  • Out of State License Holders:

    You are responsible for understanding your home State rules and regulations concerning the M Class license or endorsement.  As proof of successful completion, we will issue only a Maryland Motorcycle Safety Course Completion Card to Out Of State license holders which may not meet the requirements in your home state for issuance of an M Class License or an M endorsement. Please contact your home MVA to make sure your successful completion and the card we issue will be recognized for licensure in your State before you register.

View Schedule And Register

Class Schedule #1

Monday9:00AM - 4:00PM
Tuesday7:00AM - 3:00PM
Wednesday7:00AM - 1:00PM

Class Schedule #2

Monday5:30PM - 7:00PM
Tuesday5:30PM - 10:00PM
Thursday7:00AM - 3:00PM
Friday7:00AM - 1:00PM

Class Schedule #3

Thursday5:30PM - 10:00PM
Friday5:30PM - 7:00PM
Saturday7:00AM - 2:00PM
Sunday7:00AM - 1:00PM

Class Schedule #4

Thursday5:30PM - 7:00PM
Friday5:30PM - 10:00PM
Saturday11:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday12:00PM - 6:00PM
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