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Frequently Asked Questions

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Will I have to do another test when I go to the MTO?

Do I have to bring my equipment to the theory class?

What if I don't have a helmet?

Do I need to have a car licence in order to get my motorcycle licence?

Why should I take a riding safety course?

What kind of bikes do you use?

Will my course be done on the road?

I am taking my Riding Strategies course, do I have to bring my bike to the theory class?

If I'm not successfull on my first test, can I do a retest?

What if I want extra practice before my re-test, can I take private lessons?

I forgot to take my paperwork to the Ministry office, what happens now?

How do I become an RTI Instructor?

More Questions?

Q ~ Will I have to do another test when I go to the MTO?
A ~ No, we do the testing. When you go MTO with the paperwork we give you, they will just upgrade your license. There are no further tests or costs involved with MTO.

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Q ~ Do I have to bring my equipment to the theory class?
A ~ No, for the Riding Basics course you do not need to bring your equipment to the theory class. However, if you are unsure if any item of your gear is suitable (your helmet, gloves, jacket, boots etc. must meet our standards for minimum safety gear) you may want to check with the instructors in class. For all courses you are required to bring your riding safety equipment to the practical part of the course.

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Q ~ What if I don't have a helmet?
A ~ There are a few places in the GTA that rent helmets, so please feel free to ask for more information when registering.

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Q ~ Do I need to have a car licence in order to get my motorcycle licence?
A ~ No, a G licence is not necessary. However, an M2 or M class motorcycle licence will give G1 status if you do not already have a G1 learners permit.

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Q ~ Why should I take a riding course?
A ~ A friend who has offered to teach you may not have the best riding habits. Take a course and learn good habits from the beginning. A course will offer you: 15 hours of step by step instruction using the courses motorcycles in an enclosed space. The participants are also trained in defensive riding techniques and how they relate to traffic situations. In addition, there is three hours of classroom discussion that cover a variety of topics including: risk factors, licensing, traffic hazards, insurance and riding gear. You will also gain a possible insurance discount when you earn your M2 licence after taking a ministry approved course.

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Q ~ What kind of bikes do you use?
A ~ The types of bikes vary at the different locations. They range from 125cc to 250cc sport bikes, off-road bikes and cruisers. Your instructors will encourage you to try all the different styles of bikes at the training site.

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Q ~ Will my course be done on the road?
A ~ The Riding Basics course takes place on an enclosed lot set up with cones for different teaching situations. The Riding Strategies M2Exit Course takes place on the street in real traffic scenarios using your own motorcycle. The Intermediate course is on the road, and the Technical Skills course takes place on an enclosed lot.

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Q ~ I am taking my Riding Strategies course for my M Licence, do I have to bring my bike to the theory class?
A ~ No, you will not require your motorcycle for the theory class.

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Q ~ If I'm not successfull on my first test, can I do a retest?
A ~ RTI offers free retesting. However, if you book a retest and do not attend without contacting the office there will be a $25.00 charge to reschedule. Retests are held on Sunday afternoons. See our Policies page for more details.

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Q ~ What if I want extra practice before my re-test, can I take private lessons?
A ~ RTI offers private lessons, please call our office for details

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Q ~ I forgot to take my paperwork to the Ministry office, what happens now?
A ~ Upon completing the course, you will receive a completed Ministry of Transportation envelope that must be taken to a Drive Test Centre within 6 months of completing the course. If you fail to do this within 6 months, the paperwork will expire and you will have to re-do your course.

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Q ~ How do I become an RTI Instructor?
A ~ RTI Offers instructor training to qualified applicants each winter - read more

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