Motorcycle Safety Program

Funder: Michigan Department of Education
Amount: $66,422
Funding Period: 10/1/07 - 9/30/08

Mott Community College sponsors the Motorcycle Safety Program in conjunction with the Michigan Department of Traffic Safety and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation to enhance and improve motorcycle safety.

Motorcycle rider training programs have been widely implemented to help reduce crash frequencies. A broader educational approach, which provides motorcyclists with practical information outside of a formal training setting, can also aid both new and experienced riders. This a program of the Continuing Education Department at MCC and is open to anyone who is 15 years old or older and wants to learn to ride safely; as well as for those who have failed the riding skills test twice and must take this course to receive motorcycle endorsement. The Michigan Motorcycle Rider and Safety Education Program offers a Basic Rider Course, Performance Based Course, and Experienced Rider Course to enhance the skills of beginner riders through advanced cyclists. Included in this program is classroom and skills training to explain motorcycle-related laws and to ensure the ability to operate a motorcycle safely. There is a $25 non-refundable fee and all motorcycles are furnished for the classes.