Motorcycle Safety Program

GEORGIA MOTORCYCLE SAFETY PROGRAM

The Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program provides motorcycle rider training classes to individuals of all levels.  The GMSP’s overall goal is to ensure that the riders taught by our RiderCoaches are equipped with the basic knowledge and skills that motorcyclists of any skill level should know through the curriculum provided by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). The program also promotes motorcycle safety awareness throughout the state. 

COURSES WE OFFER

Basic RiderCourse (BRC): The BRC is the best place for a new rider to start. This 2 or 3-day course includes motorcycle knowledge and skill tests.  It consists of approximately 5 hours of formal classroom activities and 10 hours of riding instruction (conducted over two or three sessions). The course is a license test waiver program conducted by the state of Georgia Department of Driver Services. Motorcycles and helmets are provided for your use during the course.

Please note that there is also a 5-hour eCourse that is REQUIRED to be completed before the start of the first day of class.

Successful graduates earn a 90-day Motorcycle License Test Waiver. DDS waives the written and riding portions of your Motorcycle License application for 90 days. The 90-days begin at the completion date of your course.

Basic RiderCourse 2 (BRC2): The BRC2 is a one-day course designed for riders who have a permit or motorcycle license and possess basic skills. The goal of this course is to help you further refine your motorcycle handling skills and grow your confidence in your riding ability. Ideal participants are past BRC or BRC2 license waiver graduates looking to gain additional hands-on experience and refund riding skills.

Successful graduates earn a 90-day Motorcycle License Test Waiver. DDS waives the written and riding portions of your Motorcycle License application for 90 days. The 90-days begin at the completion date of your course.

Advanced RiderCourse (ARC): The ARC is a one-day course which utilizes and builds on basic skills as well as helps with personal risk assessment to help riders improve overall riding. 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.

*NOTICE*:

Motorcycles are provided for the BRC.  If you own a scooter, you may ride your own scooter, 51-350cc, in the course. Scooter students must call GMSP at 770-918-6201 or email at [email protected] after registering and inform staff of their intent to use a scooter. The staff will notify your Coach.  

Course Fees:

Register online

TRAINING LOCATIONS:

GMSP offers Basic RiderCourses and are partnered with various schools around the state of Georgia.

Current Active GMSP locations:

List of alternative Partnered Schools: Certified Private Motorcycle Training Locations - Department of Driver Services (ga.gov)

You are not required to take a course to obtain a Class M license. If you would like to bypass the class, you may visit one of the DDS Customer Service Centers, and take the Motorcycle Knowledge Exam and schedule a Motorcycle Skills Test. You will need to provide your own insured bike, gear, and DOT approved helmet.

SAFETY GEAR REQUIREMENTS

To participate in a RiderCourse, every GMSP site requires every rider to be prepared.  Specifically, you must have the following safety gear:

• Helmet – D.O.T. Approved (Furnished upon request)
• Eye Protection (Face Shield or Safety Glasses)
• Study, over-the-ankle leather footwear with low heels
• Long Pants (Denim or material with equal durability)
• Long-sleeved shirt or Jacket
• Full-Fingered Gloves (Preferably Leather)

Since classes are held in all weather conditions (except icing), you are advised to bring the following:

• Wet weather gear; rain jackets, rain pants, etc.
• Cold weather gear; warm jackets, sweaters, etc.
• Water or other beverages
• Lunch/snacks as necessary

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY PROGRAM WAIVERS

Military Waiver – Military members and their dependents, whether they are residents of Georgia or are stationed here militarily, are eligible for a waiver of the knowledge or skills test if the individual has completed a class offered by the Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program and/or recognized private sites.  The waiver is good for 90 days from the date of issuance.

State to State Reciprocity Waiver – Individuals who have completed a class offered by the Georgia Motorcycle Safety Program and/or recognized private sites or out of state sites within five years of the date of their application.  The waiver is good for 90 days from the date of issuance.

GMSP CONTACTS

Email:    [email protected]

Phone:  770.918.6201