INTRO TO RIDING (3-hr Introductory Class; Not an Endorsement Course)
Intro to Riding is perfect for folks who just want to see if motorcycling is for them, or those who are especially nervous about learning to ride and would like to ease into it at a slower pace. This is for true beginners who have never ridden a motorcycle and is a great way to begin the journey as a rider. This course is not a pre-requisite for the Basic I course, but people who take the Intro to Riding tend to build more confidence by mastering clutch and throttle control before going on to the Basic course.
Content: motorcycle controls, starting, stopping, and balance. This class takes place on the range only and there is no classroom portion or testing of skills.
Duration: 3 hours
Cost: $60
Provided: Motorcycles are provided.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A motorcycle permit or endorsement is not needed; however, a driver's license or permit is required.
Additional Information: Class sizes are kept low for lots of individual attention (max class size of 5). Completion of this course does not waive any ITD testing requirements towards a motorcycle endorsement. If you currently own and operate a motorcycle or have previous riding experience, you should enroll in a more advanced course.
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EBRT - BASIC RIDER TRAINING (Level 1 Endorsement Course with Online Classroom) - Most Popular
eBRT, Basic Rider Training (BRT) is designed for the novice rider with no (or limited) street-riding experience who wants to complete the classroom portion of the course at home for fewer class hours and a more flexible schedule.
Content: online classroom and on-cycle instruction on fundamental skills required to operate the motorcycle and progress to street-strategies and emergency situation skills.
Duration: Average of 4-6 hours to complete the online classroom + approx. 9 hours of hands-on practice on the motorcycle. Course end times are approximate and may vary due to weather or other circumstances. All students MUST complete the eBRT online classroom AND attend both riding sessions to receive a completion card.
Cost: $174
Provided: Motorcycles are provided. For this course, you may choose to ride one of our motorcycles or bring your own with a size restriction of 400cc or less.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A motorcycle permit or endorsement is not needed; however, a driver's license or permit is required.
You must complete BOTH the online classroom and the range sessions (2) to receive a course completion card. Cards WILL NOT BE ISSUED until successful completion of both classroom and on-cycle training is achieved.
Additional Information: Successful completion of this course will waive ITD's skills test requirement, if the endorsement is added within two years of passing the course. More info.
Click here to learn more about the eBRT, Basic Rider Training.
**WASHINGTON RIDERS: Washington DOES NOT accept e-courses for permits or endorsements - please be advised!** Please check availability for our Traditional Basic courses to satisfy Washington's permit training requirements.
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General Information About eBRT
The eBRT classroom uses interactive video, graphics, and other features to build solid mental riding skills. Users should have a modern desktop, laptop, or tablet computer and high-speed Internet connection, in addition to other system requirements.
Smartphones are not recommended for this course.
Basic and Intermediate courses with a traditional classroom environment are also available; see course listings above.
EBII - BASIC II (Level 2 Endorsement Course with Online Classroom)
The eBII, Basic II Course is designed for riders who want to develop beginning street riding skills, but who are comfortable with the basics of turning, shifting, stopping, and balancing the motorcycle. The classroom portion of the course is completed online.
Content: online classroom and on-cycle instruction in street-strategies and emergency situation skills. You will practice cornering, braking, and swerving maneuvers on the riding course.
Duration: Average of 4-6 hours to complete the online classroom + approx. 5 hours of hands-on practice on the motorcycle. Course end times are approximate and may vary due to weather or other circumstances. All students MUST complete the EBRT online classroom to receive a course completion card.
Cost: $174
Provided: Motorcycles are provided. For this course, you may choose to ride one of our motorcycles or bring your own, no size restriction.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A motorcycle permit or endorsement is not needed; however, a driver's license or permit is required.
You must complete BOTH the online classroom and the range session to receive a course completion card. Cards WILL NOT BE ISSUED until successful completion of both is achieved.
Additional Information: Successful completion of this course will waive ITD's skills test requirement, if the endorsement is added within two years of passing the course. More info.
Click here to learn more about eBII, Basic II Course.
**WASHINGTON RIDERS: Washington DOES NOT accept e-courses for permits or endorsements - please be advised!** Please check availability for our Traditional Basic courses to satisfy Washington's permit training requirements.
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General Information About eBRT
The eBRT classroom uses interactive video, graphics, and other features to build solid mental riding skills. Users should have a modern desktop, laptop, or tablet computer and high-speed Internet connection, in addition to other system requirements.
Smartphones are not recommended.
Basic II courses with a traditional classroom environment are also available on a limited basis; see course listings above.
TRADITIONAL BASIC RIDER TRAINING (Level 1 Endorsement Course with In-Person Classroom)
Basic Rider Training (BRT) is designed for the novice rider with no (or limited) street-riding experience who wants the in-person classroom experience.
Content: In-person classroom and on-cycle instruction on fundamental skills required to operate the motorcycle and progress to street-strategies and emergency situation skills.
Duration: Approximately 17 hours over three days of combined classroom instruction and hands-on practice on the motorcycle. Course end times are approximate and may vary due to weather or other circumstances. All students MUST attend the classroom AND attend both riding sessions to receive a completion card.
Cost: $189
Provided: Motorcycles are provided. For this course, you may choose to ride one of our motorcycles or bring your own with a size restriction of 400cc or less.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A motorcycle permit or endorsement is not needed; however, a driver's license or permit is required.
Additional Information: Successful completion of this course will waive ITD's skills test requirement, if the endorsement is added within two years of passing the course. More info.
Click here to learn more about Basic Rider Training.
**WASHINGTON RIDERS: Washington accepts only Traditional Basic courses to satisfy permit training requirements.
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*If you cannot locate a traditional course that fits your schedule, please check for eRider® courses with online classroom.
TRADITIONAL BASIC II (Level 2 Endorsement Course with In-Person Classroom)
Basic II is designed for riders who want to develop beginning street riding skills, but who are comfortable with the basics of turning, shifting, stopping, and balancing the motorcycle.
Content: Classroom and on-cycle instruction in street-strategies and emergency situation skills. You will practice cornering, braking, and swerving maneuvers on the riding course.
Duration: Approximately 9.5 hours combined classroom instruction and hands-on practice on the motorcycle. Course end times are approximate and may vary due to weather or other circumstances. All students MUST attend the classroom AND riding session to receive a completion card.
Cost: $189
Provided: Motorcycles are provided. For this course, you may choose to ride one of our motorcycles or bring your own with no size restrictions.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A motorcycle permit or endorsement is not needed; however, a driver's license or permit is required.
Additional Information: Successful completion of this course will waive ITD's skills test requirement, if the endorsement is added within two years of passing the course. More info.
Click here to learn more about Basic II Rider Training.
**WASHINGTON RIDERS: Washington accepts only Traditional Basic courses to satisfy permit training requirements.
Select Your Preferred Location (Limited Locations & Availability*):
*If you cannot locate a traditional course that fits your schedule, please check for eRider® courses with online classroom.
INTERMEDIATE RIDER TRAINING (Level 3 Endorsement Course)
Intermediate Rider Training (IRT) is designed for riders who want to develop better street riding skills but are already comfortable with the basics of turning, shifting, stopping, and balancing the motorcycle.
Content: Real-time, Instructor-led Zoom classroom and on-cycle instruction in street strategies and emergency situation skills. You will practice cornering, braking, and swerving maneuvers on the riding course.
Duration: Conducted in two sessions: Tuesday evening Zoom and Saturday riding course OR two consecutive Saturdays. Approx. 4 hours for Zoom classroom on day 1 and 6 hours on-cycle instruction on day 2. Course end times are approximate and may vary due to weather or other circumstances. Attendance in both classroom Zoom session and riding session is required for successful completion.
Cost: $174
Provided: For this course, we STRONGLY encourage you to bring your own motorcycle for the best experience and skills development.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A motorcycle permit or endorsement is not needed; however, a driver's license or permit is required. In order to receive your course completion card, you must attend all classroom and range sessions and pass a knowledge and skill test.
Additional Information: Successful completion of this course will waive ITD's skills test requirement if the endorsement is added within two years of passing the course. More info.
Learn more about Intermediate Rider Training.
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ENHANCED STREET SKILLS (Advanced Cornering and Braking)
Enhanced Street Skills is designed for fully endorsed riders with current street-riding experience.
Content: braking skills and cornering skills development. Confidence-building exercises for handling emergency braking situations and leaning and cornering on your own motorcycle.
Duration: 6 hours. Course end times are approximate and may vary due to weather or other circumstances.
Cost: $105
You MUST provide your own motorcycle/scooter. There is no size restriction for motorcycles/scooters for this class.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A valid driver's license and an "M" motorcycle endorsement are required to take this course.
Additional Information: This class takes place on the range only and there is no classroom portion or testing of skills. Completion of this course does not waive ITD's skills test requirement. If you need more information about how to obtain your motorcycle endorsement, click here.
Learn more about the Enhanced Street Skills course.
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ENHANCED 2-UP SKILLS (for Rider and Passenger)
Enhanced 2-Up Skills is designed for fully endorsed riders with current street-riding experience who want to build skill and confidence in carrying passengers.
Content: braking, cornering, and low-speed control development while carry a passenger. Confidence-building exercises for handling emergency braking situations and leaning and cornering.
Duration: 6 hours. Course end times are approximate and may vary due to weather or other circumstances.
Cost: $105 (includes both rider and passenger)
You MUST provide your own motorcycle/scooter and passenger. There is no size restriction for motorcycles/scooters for this class.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A valid driver's license and an "M" motorcycle endorsement are required to take this course.
Additional Information: This class takes place on the range only and there is no classroom portion or testing of skills. Completion of this course does not waive ITD's skills test requirement. If you need more information about how to obtain your motorcycle endorsement, click here.
Learn more about the Enhanced 2-Up Skills course.
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THREE-WHEEL PROGRAM - Currently Suspended
Our three-wheel program is currently suspended. However, you may contact our office and be placed on an "interested" list. If we resume three-wheel training, you will be contacted. Our apologies for this inconvenience.
The Riding Practice Session is available only to previous STAR students (pass or fail) and may be repeated as frequently as desired. You must call to register.
Content: additional structured practice time on the motorcycle with instruction and feedback - frequently taken as a preparatory course for a Skills Retest or a tune-up/skills refresher course.
Duration: 2 hours
Cost: $40
Provided: Motorcycles are provided. You may also ride your own motorcycle/scooter, no size restrictions.
Requirements: See STAR gear requirements. A motorcycle permit or endorsement is not needed; however, a driver's license or permit is required.
Important Information: For a RPS and/or Skills Retest, you must call to register by phone so we can verify eligibility for participation. Please call us Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, at 208.639.4540.
This course does not waive any ITD testing requirements for acquiring a motorcycle operator license, and if taken as a Skills Retest prep course, you must register for the Skills Retest separately.