How Should I Prepare:
You will need the following:
• A single-track, two-wheel street-legal motorcyle that is well maintained and in
proper operating condition
• Motorcycle endorsement or license (check with the H-D ®  dealer for details)
• Proof of valid motorcycle insurance
  
The class will begin with a pre-ride inspection of your motorcycle. Plan ahead and
conduct this before your class, so you aren’t sorting things out at the range. Check
these items and your bike will pass the inspection like a boss.
• Tires- Check your tires for dry rot (cracks in the side walls), tread depth and air
pressure. Be sure to use the tire pressures recommended in your owner’s
manual.
• Controls- Check your levers, pedals, cables and hoses for function and
condition.
•  Lights and Mirrors- Make sure your headlights, turn signals and taillights are
functioning, and your mirrors are tight. 
• Oil and fluids- Check your oil levels and verify that there are no leaks. 
• Chassis- Check out your suspension front and rear for function and tightness
and have a look at your final drive too. 

• Stands- Make sure your side stand or center stand functions correctly and
stow fully.
These checks take about ten minutes and will ensure that your bike is as ready for
the class as you are.

You will need:
• Properly fitting, DOT approved helmet
• Eye protection
• Full fingered gloves
• Long sleeve shirt
• Sturdy jeans or riding pants 
• Sturdy over the ankle footwear

In the classroom there is emphasis on the behavioral aspects of riding with time
devoted to self-assessment and improved risk management. Maintaining a high
degree of good risk offset is stressed.
On the range the course focuses on improving a rider’s capabilities related to overall
safety awareness, maneuvering skills, cornering techniques, and emergency
maneuvering.

The course is rain or shine so be ready for the weather as you would for any day long
ride, pack your rain gear. Also plan for shifts in temperature, dressing in layers will
accommodate the cold in the early morning. Peeling off some layers in the afternoon
will relieve you from that hot sun. Also, pack some snacks. Be prepared to keep
yourself mentally and physically in the game with a snack bar, fruit, or whatever keeps
you focused.  Most programs provide bottled water and time for a lunch break;
however ask ahead to be sure.
 
At the range you will start the day with a pre-ride inspection on your motorcycle. If you
prepared your motorcycle before the class, you’ll feel confident about passing the pre-

ride inspection.
 Your coaches will explain the course layout; read exercise objectives and
instructions; do a demo ride to showcase the travel path and desired techniques; and
occasionally have you practice a skill on your motorcycle with the engine off. Then it
is your turn to ride. 
 Exercises are generally about 20-45 minutes long. Most programs will run two or
three exercises and then take a break.
Successful completion of the course earns you an MSF Advanced Rider Card.