Technical Skills:
This advanced riding skills course is designed to increase your confidence level and handling abilities on your own bike. Skills areas include emergency braking, and high/low speed manoeuvring.
Maintenance:
This course will give you the skills you need to perform basic maintenance tasks to help keep your bike in roadworthy shape; oil and fluid changes, control checks, drive train checks/adjustments.
Intro to Riding:
This 1/2 day course is designed for people who have never ridden, and are unsure if motorcycling is right for them. We provide the bikes and all the gear; all you need is a valid G/G2 licence.
(Minimizing Traffic delays) Motorcycles & Traffic Congestion:
We wanted to see how much of a difference motorcycles can really make in helping to keep traffic moving, so we produced this simulation based on real world traffic studies.
M2 Licence Test Video:
We spent a day in the rain recording 4 parts of the M1X licensing test to give you a sense of what you'll encounter after your training program.
(ZERO BAC) Being Impaired on a Motorcycle:
Balance and judgement are critical on a motorcycle, and you can still be impaired even when you're below the legal limit (.08 BAC).
M2X Licence Test Tips - Observation:
Being aware of your surroundings starts with a good set of observational skills. /p>
M2X Licence Test Tips - Lane Positioning:
Putting yourself where you can see the most of what's going on around you is a good starting point, and can help get you oriented in live traffic.
M2X Licence Test Tips - Communication:
Communicating properly in live traffic can help others see you, and avoid conflicts.
M1X Course Tips - Assertive Swerving:
Focus on smooth technique; push steering the motorcycle with steady throttle input while turning your head and looking around the obstacle.
M1X Course Tips - Slow Speed Riding:
Fine-tune your ability to manage power delivery with the clutch in the "friction zone". Use of the rear brake will help stabilize the motorcycle in tight turns, maintaining a steady elevated throttle will ensure consistent power.
M1X Course Tips - Downshifting:
With practice downshifting can become a great asset, such as assisting in wet weather braking, as long as you're mindful of smooth clutch operation and power management.
M1X Course Tips - Emergency Braking:
With practice, this skill can become second nature and help keep you on the road for many years to come.
Emergency Braking:
Braking is one of the most important skills to know that could save your life in an emergency situation. Learn how to stop quickly, smoothly and safely.
Rough Roads:
Steve Keith from the Rider Training Institute talks about how to handle rough terrain on your motorcycle, whether that's torn up pavement, gravel or something else.
Riding in the Rain:
Steve Keith from the Rider Training Institute has some tips on staying safe while driving in the rain.
Visibility:
Here are some tips on making sure you're seen by other drivers, plus how to stay safe at the beginning of motorcycle season.
Slow Speed:
Steve Keith from the Rider Training Institute has some tips on slow speed maneuvers, one of the hardest skills to master on your motorcycle.