Michigan's Safest Riders

Frequently asked questions

Our Goal

We offer small classes from 6 to 8 students, this allows us to spend more time with each student and help you learn to ride safe. Our classes are Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) classes, with the Instructor/Coach being a MSF trained and certified Instructor /Coach. Michigan’s Safest Riders is also a Michigan Certified Non-Commercial Driving School. You will have a great time learning to ride and will amaze yourself at what you will accomplish during our classes. We supply the Motorcycle’s for you, we currently have Buell Blasts, Honda Rebels, Suzuki GZ 250, Kawasaki Eliminator 125. We also have a Honda Helix Scooter. We have a great time with fun and learning combined, our classes are around 12 to 15 hours depending on the number of students in each class.

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What do I need before the class?
How old do I have to be to take the class?
Do I still have to take the Riding test from the Secretary of State?
How much are the classes?
How do I pass?
What if I fail?
How do I sign up?
What do I need for the classroom?
What if something happens and I can’t make my class time?
What if I can’t make one of the days?
How do I pay for class?
What do I need for the range?
Do you offer any Experienced riding classes?
Are there any other classes that you offer?
Additional Information

What do I need before the class?
You can either get your Temporary Instruction Permit (TIP) before class or wait to take the SOS written test after you done with our class.

How old do I have to be to take the class?
It is required for the students to be a minimum age of 15 years old, once the student gets their Level 2 Picture License they can add their endorsement. Our class waives the State of Michigan’s Riding test. Any person under the age of 18 is required by the State of Michigan to take a MSF safety course to receive their endorsement. Over 18 is not required by the State to take a Safety class even though we highly recommend taking one.

Do I still have to take the Riding test from the Secretary of State?
Our class waives the State of Michigan’s Riding test.

How much are the classes?
Basic Rider Course (BRC) is $300.00 per person.
Experienced Riders Course for endorsement is $115.00
Without endorsement $85.00
Winter Courses are $300.00

How do I pass?
Classroom study as well as range training and pass a written test for the classroom and complete the range evaluations.

What if I fail?
If you fail we will put you into a later class for free and work with you to get you properly trained.

How do I sign up?
Go to the portion with our online application and complete it you will be notified of the class you are registered for, you have a choice of 3 different class times.

What do I need for the classroom?
When you register and pay you will receive your MSF class book, we ask that you read it and mark where you found the answers that are in the back in the reading of the book. This way you have some knowledge when you get to class instead of having to read all the information and do all the questions in one or two nights of class. This way we can have a more intelligent conversation during our class time. You can also download this book from our website.

What if something happens and I can’t make my class time?
If for some reason you cant make the class time you are registered for we will work with you to get you into a more suitable time for you, we cater to you. You must attend 100% of the class, you cannot be late or miss any part of the classroom or range activities, there will be no refunds and you will not be able to complete the class.

What if I can’t make one of the days?
It is required for each person to attend all class and range times.

How do I pay for class?

Payment Options:

Pay online by credit or debit card, or an existing PayPal account.
Fill out the application online and then call Perry Harley Davidson (269-329-3450) with your Credit Card info.
You can fax your printed application with your Credit Card info to 269-329-3460
Pay in person at Perry Harley Davidson 5331 South Sprinkle Road

Please fill out the application completely, including the dates you are requesting for your class.

You will be notified within a couple days of the class you are in. These classes are on a first come first serve basis.

What do I need for the range?
You will need a DOT approved helmet, glasses, full finger gloves, long pants preferably jeans, over the ankle boots. If you do not have these items, once you pay for your class you will receive 10% off on any items except sale items and motorcycles.

Do you offer any Experienced riding classes?
Yes they are Saturday’s starting at 10:00 am and you ride your own motorcycle, see our link on the ERC.

Are there any other classes that you offer?
Yes. Please refer to our classes page for more information..

Any more information that you might need please feel free to email Steve at steve@safestriders.com or call at (269) 998-7738.