Experienced Rider Courses 2008

Experienced Rider Course (ERC)

The ERC is intended for those who have motorcycle riding experience of at least one year or 1,000 miles. This course is primarily designed to increase your present skill level and develop a greater awareness of perceptual skills. Specially trained instructors will lead you through 8 hours of discussion and on-cycle instruction.

 

The physical and psychological aspects of rider conditioning are considered, as well as special concerns such as emergencies, adverse conditions, and accident avoidance. Examples of specific course content include: higher speed steering, cornering, counterweighting, traction awareness, and braking. Other course time is devoted to motorcycle dynamics, wind effects, wobble, tire characteristics, and load distribution.

 

There is no charge for the ERC other than a $20 refundable deposit to secure your position in the course.

 

Requirements for participation:

• You must be an Illinois resident at least 16 years of age

• You must provide your own motorcycle, DOT approved helmet, eye protection, over the ankle footwear, long pants, long-sleeved jacket or shirt, full-fingered gloves.

• All motorcycles must pass the students' pre-ride inspection and the instructors' safety inspection.

• You must own or or have the owner's written permission to ride a properly licensed motorcycle

• Bring to class a valid motorcycle drivers license for the size of motorcycle you will be riding

• Bring to class proof of insurance for the motorcycle you will be riding

Upon completion of the course you will receive a course completion card which may entitle you to receive a 5%-15% discount on motorcycle insurance through select companies.

 

Registration Deposit Refund Policy: Your refundable $20 registration deposit reserves your place in class. However you must attend the first class session on time to claim your reserved place. Standby students will be assigned to unclaimed reserve seats promptly at the posted class starting time. Plan to arrive early to avoid losing your reserved seat. Deposit refunds will be issued to the students completing the course.

 

Registration: Review the schedule of courses below then complete the registration form and send in with your $20 deposit.

 

Course times: The Experienced Rider Course (ERC) will meet on Saturday or Sunday, one day, from 9:00am to 5:30pm.

EXPERIENCED RIDER COURSES (ERC)

 

Coles County Airport (Mattoon) ERC

 

Southern Illinois University Carbondale ERC

 

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville ERC

 

 

 

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