A and J Motorcycle Safety School

riding safely into the future

BRC Basic Rider Course
Location: Belfast, Maine

The primary goal of the Basic RiderCourse is to provide an introduction to the fundamentals of safe, responsible motorcycling. This includes the knowledge and skills that lead to licensing and motorcycle operation on streets and highways.

This 15 hour course includes 5 hours of classroom time and 10 hours of riding. Students who successfully complete this course will be awarded a Maine motorcycle license endorsement by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. The Basic RiderCourse is strongly recommended for new riders and those returning to motorcycling.

Training motorcycles and bottled water are provided for students. A & J Motorcycle Safety School highly recommends new riders wear a Full Face Helmet.

  • 10% discount for active duty, reserve and retired military personnel

    Student Responsibilities:
    To successfully complete the course students must score 80% or higher on the knowledge test and pass the riding skills evaluation given at the end of the course. As well, students must be present for the entire 15 hours of instruction.

    How to Register:
  • Registration is required, to download a registration form.pdf  click here.
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  • Call 207.567.3752 for class dates and availability.
  • Tuition for this 15 hour license-awarding course is $300 per student.
  • There is a strict limit of only 10 students per class.
  • Upon receipt of either entire fee or deposit of $150.00 (non refundable) you will be sent confirmation sheet with directions and what to bring with you, a waiver form, and a refund and cancellation policy. Please bring all these forms to class or mail them before hand.
  • Full payment is required 3 weeks prior to class.
  • All motorcycles are provided by the school to be used for training only.
  • Students must be at least 16 years old and must have parental permission; if under 18 years of age, proof of completed Drivers education course is required.
  • Students must be present the full 15 hours.

    Helpful Tips:
  • Students are encouraged to bring a lunch and snacks on both days
  • Students are encouraged to bring a pen, a highlighter, and note paper
  • We are scheduling an all-female course, call for details!

    Schedule:
    PLEASE CALL FOR DATES AND AVAILABILITY 207.567.3752

    A and J Motorcycle Safety School reserves the right to cancel/reschedule class due to unforeseen circumstances.


    A and J Motorcycle Safety School course instructors are certified by MSF and licensed by the state of Maine. Some additional specialized training include: first aid, CPR, motorcycle accident scene management classes, both basic and advanced, and the Motorcycle Safety Foundations experienced riders course.

    Please fill out the registration form and mail with payment (check or money order) to A and J Motorcycle Safety School. Once payment is received your application will be processed and you will receive confirmation of your class date, location and time.

    Payment can also be submitted via paypal, a secure method of accepting credit card payments online. Please indicate date of class.



    Please read our cancellation policy.