Manage Registration

Motorcycle Safety Foundation   |   Basic RiderCourse Overview

Getting Started

Over 9 million motorcyclists nationwide have graduated from a Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCourse since 1973.

Motorcycles are provided for your use during the course.

  • Select the training site and date that works for your schedule and sign up.
  • You will receive a link from the New Mexico Motorcycle Safety Program with your link for the eCourse. Complete our eCourse before attending live rider training.
  • Attend your live rider training on the time, date, and location you signed up for.
eCourse Instruction
  • The ePackage 1 eCourse is completed online before attending your first in‑person session.
  • The ePackage 1 eCourse prepares you for approximately 10 hours of practical riding in a controlled, off-street environment.
Riding Range Instruction
  • At the riding range, your RiderCoach (certified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation) will instruct you on riding a motorcycle.
  • Throughout the course, you will progressively learn new riding skills and develop responsible riding habits.
What You Will Learn
  • Motorcycle control layout
  • Motorcycle operation
  • Routine and emergency maneuvers
  • Safe and responsible riding habits and strategies
  • Types of gear for comfort and safety
  • Effect of alcohol and drugs on safe riding
Student Testing
  • Course-completion card waives the need to take an MVD skills test.
  • Successful graduates may qualify for insurance discounts.
woman biker
The MSF Basic RiderCourse is designed for beginning riders with little to no experience. Start developing entry-level skills for riding in traffic now. Purchase a digital version of the Rider Handbook!
Purchase MSF e-Handbook

NMMSP trains 2,000 motorcyclists a year at our five training sites throughout New Mexico.