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The Rider Training Institute offers a wide range of motorcycle safety training courses suited to riders of all skill levels.

Rider Safety course Never ridden a motorcycle before? Our Riding Basics - M2 Licence Course is for you. Get training on our motorcycles, the successful completion of which will earn you an M2 Licence

Ready for your M2Exit test? We offer a Riding Strategies (M2X): M Class Licence Course for riders ready for the final stage of graduated licensing. On your own bike you'll spend a day riding with an instructor and a small group, preparing for your M2 Exit test, included in the course

Licensed but haven't had much chance to ride? Looking for some 'on the road' group riding experience? We offer an Intermediate Rider Training course to help you gain road experience, group riding experience and get some feedback in a relaxed, small group environment.

RTI's Technical skills course for motorcyclists Ready to challenge yourself? Riders of all skill levels can fine tune bike control skills with our Technical Rider Training Program for riders of all types of bikes. In a closed course environment, on your own motorcycle, you'll have a chance to sharpen your existing knowledge and ride with more control.

Riding Basics: M2 or M2L Class Licensing

Earn Your M2 Licence

Who is it for? For riders who wish to obtain an M2 licence and a potential insurance discount.

Do I qualify? To qualify, you must hold a valid M1 driving permit. In addition to the permit, you will be required to bring qualifying motorcycle riding safety gear. While previous motorcycling experience is not necessary, some bicycle riding experience is an asset.

What will I be doing? The "Riding Basics" training program is comprised of 15 hours of practical training as well as 3 hours of in class theory.

Where/when is it? This program is offered at multiple locations throughout Ontario (see Locations page for more information) and we provide a variety of bikes at each training site. Training starts in April. Read more about the Riding Basics Course

Cost: $395+ TAX

LSM Licence for 50 cc Scooters and Mopeds

Earn Your M2 "L" Licence (LSM) through our 'Riding Basics Course. This licence has an "L" restriction that limits you to ride a limited speed scooter/moped (maximum 50 cc vehicles only)

For more information on the M2L licence and LSM vehicles, visit the MTO website http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/driver/lsm.htm

The LSM Course runs in conjunction with our 'Riding Basics Training Program' (the same dates and locations.
Cost: $370+ TAX on your own LSM and $395+ TAX if using an LSM provided by RTI

Women's Weekend

Our 'Riding Basics' just for women students, taught by women instructors. We run three 'Women's Weekends' each year - read more about our Women's Weekend

Bundle and Save!

Book your Riding Basics course and either our Intermediate or Technical course in the same season and save money! Read more.

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Riding Strategies: M or M"L" Class Licensing

Earn Your Full M Licence

Who is it for? For M2 class riders who wish to obtain an M licence and a potential insurance discount.

A "100cc-230cc" version is also available for M2 class riders who own a motorcycle/scooter between 100cc and 230cc that cannot reach highway speeds in excess of 80km/hr.

Do I qualify? To qualify for this training program you must hold an M2 class licence that has been valid for:

18 months or more if obtained through a recognized motorcycle training program
22 months or more if not obtained through a recognized motorcycle training program

In addition to an M2 class licence, you will be required to bring qualifying riding gear. M2 class riders opting for the "100cc-230cc" option must be able to reach speeds of 80km/hr on their motorcycles/scooters.

What will I be doing? The program consists of one evening of theory, a half day of riding with instructors in real traffic situations on your own motorcycle as well as one hour solo testing. Groups are limited in order to maximize your coaching and instruction.

Where/when is it? The programs are offered at multiple locations throughout Ontario (see our Locations page for more details) and begin in early April.

Cost: $350 + GST

The ratio is only 4 candidates for each instructor to keep your learning intimate and relaxed. Typically, training will take place on either a Wednesday, Saturday or Sunday, with the theory class being held on the Tuesday or Friday evening. We have found that this course is enjoyable for the camaraderie of group riding and especially the development of new confidence in your skills.

RTI's Riding Strategies course for M Licence

Riding Strategies In Action

On this course you will be on your own motorcycle riding in real traffic situations. Attention is spent on group riding, lane position, lane changes, road side stops, signaling, riding through both residential and industrial areas and on 400 series highways.

Each riding situation is discussed and practiced throughout the morning to fine tune your skills and awareness.

Solo testing is conducted in the afternoon. The road test takes approximately 45 minutes. A passing grade gives you the paperwork for your full M licence.

Earn Your Full M"L" Licence

LSM Licence for 50 cc Scooters and Mopeds

Who is it for? For M2 or M2"L" class riders who wish to obtain an ML licence and a potential insurance discount.

Do I qualify? To qualify for this training program you must hold an M2 or M2"L" class licence that has been valid for:

18 months or more if obtained through a recognized motorcycle training program
22 months or more if not obtained through a recognized motorcycle training program

In addition to an M2 or M2"L" class licence, you will be required to bring your own LSM and qualifying riding gear.

What will I be doing? The program consists of one evening of theory, a half day of riding with instructors in real traffic situations on your own LSM as well as one hour solo testing. Groups are limited in order to maximize your coaching and instruction.

Where/when is it? The program is offered at our downtown Toronto location. (see our Locations page for more details) and will be scheduled on a demand basis.

Cost: $350 + GST

The ratio is only 4 candidates for each instructor to keep your learning intimate and relaxed. Typically, training will take place on a Saturday or Sunday, with the theory class being held on the Tuesday evening. We have found that this course is enjoyable for the camaraderie of group riding and especially the development of new confidence in your skills.

On this course you will be on your own LSM riding in real traffic situations. Attention is spent on group riding, lane position, lane changes, road side stops, signaling, riding through both residential and industrial areas.

Each riding situation is discussed and practiced throughout the morning to fine tune your skills and awareness.

Solo testing is conducted in the afternoon. The road test takes approximately 45 minutes. A passing grade gives you the paperwork for your full M"L" licence.

Bundle and Save!

Book your Riding Strategies course and either our Intermediate or Technical course in the same season and save money! Read more.

Riders Plus will provide Insurance Discounts for successful completion of this course. Visit our Resources - Insurance page for more information.

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Motorcycle Skills Development (non licensing) Training Programs:

Intermediate Rider Training Program

Get some road experience

Intermediate Course gives you road experience

For riders who hold an M2 or M licence and have limited road experience. You require your own motorcycle and all the proper riding gear for this 8-hour training program aimed at increasing your comfort on the road. This training program is designed to help you put into practice the skills you learned during your basic training program. Everything from slow speed control to highway riding will be covered.

Intermediate Rider Training In Action

Over a 8-hour period there will be a short classroom session and practical training in real traffic situations. The skills that will be covered include slow speed maneuvers, many aspects of street riding and traffic management. The course will also include an introduction to group riding and highway riding.

Groups are limited in order to maximize your coaching and instruction.

Course is offered in Toronto and King City

Cost: $195+ TAX

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Technical Rider Training Program

Advance your motorcycle control

Push yourself through some challenging exercises to sharpen your existing skills and gain more control of your machine. This training program combines slow and faster speed manoeuvres that you will use every day for the rest of your riding career. Regardless of what you ride or how long you have been riding, this training program provides a day to sharpen your existing knowledge and ride with more control.

Cost: $195 + TAX

RTI's Technical Skills advanced course This one day course is aimed at helping you become more comfortable on your own motorcycle in everyday situations. Tune up your skills, and raise your your comfort level with your machine in a variety of challenging situations. This course can be used as a refresher, a way to get familiar with a new bike, a seasonal warmup, or as preparation for your M 2 X course. This training takes place in a parking lot and is open any style of street bike.

This one day course is offered at King City.

Technical Skills Course - In Action

The day starts with slow speed control riding keyhole and clover leaf patterns utilizing rear brake and clutch control. As the morning progresses riders practice higher speed braking exercises. In the afternoon constant higher speed turns are practiced, followed by collision avoidance. The day wraps up with the riders feeling much more confident in their abilities on their bike.

Riders Plus will provide Insurance Discounts for successful completion of this course. Visit our Resources - Insurance page for more information.

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Women's Weekends, Private Lessons and more

RTI offers our 'Setting The Course - Riding Basics Course' as an 'all women's' weekend, where women instructors provide a friendly relaxed atmosphere for women students to learn from riders who have shared similar experiences. Read more about RTI's Women's Weekend

RTI offers private lessons too - call or email to find out more.

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