California Motorcyclist Safety Program
The California Motorcyclist Training Program (CMSP) Motorcyclist Training Course (MTC) focuses on basic motorcyclist safety and street riding skills.
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California Motorcyclist Safety Program
Any rider that has not taken a motorcycle safety course can benefit from the CMSP courses.
Beginner
Motorcyclist Training Course (MTC)
Motorcycles and helmets are provided, if needed.
Successful completion of the course may waive the riding skills test at CA DMV.
Per CA regulations, students will still need to complete the DMV written rules of the road test.
Curriculum includes 6.5 hours of in-classroom learning and 10 hours of on-cycle training.
Students must be at least 15.5 years old on the first day of class in order to participate.
Price
Under 21 – $395
21 and over – $425
Intermediate
1-Day Premier Course (1DPC)
The CMSP 1-Day Premier Course (1DPC) is for experienced riders aged 21 and older
Successful completion of an entry skills test is required before starting this course.
Motorcycles and helmets are provided, if needed. Your own motorcycle or scooter is highly encouraged.
A motorcycle riding jacket is required to take this course.
Successful completion of the course may waive the riding skills test at California DMV.
Per CA regulations, students will still need to complete the DMV written rules of the road test.
Curriculum includes 4 hours of in-classroom learning and 4 hours of on-cycle training.
Students must be at least 21 years old in order to participate.
Price
$425
MTC focuses on basic motorcyclist safety and street riding skills
Check both sites. Classes may be available sooner.
If you are under 21, cost will change automatically when you enroll.
Important Note:
DL389 Completion Certificates will be mailed after successful completion of the course.
Students with a restricted license may not be able to use the DMV DL389.
DUI-suspended students cannot use the DMV DL389.”
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Classroom Portion Requirements
Documents/Identification
All students MUST bring ONE of the following valid documents to class, a valid:
- Driver’s License OR
- Learner’s Permit OR
- Government issued Photo ID
- If under 18, a State issued ID or high school ID card or a parent or legal guardian must sign an in-person waiver
All classroom portions of the Motorcyclists Training Course will be hosted at 3909 Bradshaw Road.
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Riding Portion Requirements
Protective Gear
In order to participate in the riding portion of the program, the following protective gear and clothing are MANDATORY:
- Full-coverage or 3/4-coverage DOT-compliant helmet
- Shatter-resistant eye protection
- Sturdy over-the-ankle footwear (motorcycle-specific footwear recommended)
- Long-sleeved shirt or jacket (motorcycle-specific jacket recommended)
- Long non-flared durable pants (motorcycle-specific recommended) without any rips or holes
- Full-fingered street-motorcycle-specific or leather gloves (mechanics-style gloves, off-road gloves, etc. are NOT allowed)
Do NOT come to class if you are sick, exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, or have a fever.
Students are STRONGLY ENCOURAGED to bring their own helmet and gloves.
Student must be at least 15.5 years old on the first day of class to participate in this course
Riding a two-wheeled bicycle is a pre-requisite for taking the MTC.
Bradshaw Classroom
3909 Bradshaw Road Sacramento, CA 95827
Bradshaw Range
3909 Bradshaw Road Sacramento, CA 95827
Mather Range
10201 Skymaster Way Mather, CA 95655
Stories
This place is amazing! I got my motorcycle [certificate] here and I can guarantee the things they taught me have saved my life time and time again on the road! Best instructors you could ever ask for! Very smart and well informed. My brother also got his [certificate] here.
Andy
March 2025
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