Riding Academy at Doc's Harley-Davidson

Great Riders Aren't Born, They're Made


New Rider Course

If you're ready to experience the unique thrill of riding your own motorcycle for the first time, there's no better place to learn than the New Rider Course at Harley-Davidson™ Riding Academy. 
Never ridden before? Don't sweat it. The New Rider Course will help you to get comfortable on a bike and learn the skills you need to ride with confidence.
 
Class Schedule & Registration

What to Expect 

When you take a New Rider Course at the Riding Academy you'll: 

- Learn to ride on a genuine Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle. 

- Get in-class and on-range instruction from Motorcycle Safety Foundation® (MSF) and H-D® Certified Coaches. 

- Learn to safely accelerate, shift, brake, and turn, along with maneuvers like controlling skids and surmounting obstacles. 

- Earn an MSF Basic RiderCourseSM Completion Card, which may (varies by state) exempt you from the riding portion of your license exam and score you a discount on motorcycle insurance. 

- Cost $349

  • A: You will need:

    • A valid automobile driver's license or learner's permit
    • The ability to ride a bicycle

  • A: You'll need to bring the following:

    • Eyewear
    • A heavy, long-sleeve shirt or jacket (Appropriate for weather conditions)
    • Jeans, chaps, or leather pants (No holes in the material)
    • Over-the-ankle, sturdy footwear
    • Full-fingered gloves
    • A helmet that meets DOT requirements, must be 3/4 or full face helmet (Loaners are available)
 

Still have questions?

Complete the form below and a member of our Riding Academy team will contact you.
 
 
We are proud to serve the greater St. Louis Area including; Ballwin, Chesterfield, Eureka, Festus, Imperial, Cedar Hill, St. Clair, Labadie, Franklin County, Jefferson County, St. Charles County, and all surrounding communities.