Motorcycle Safety

Motorcycle Repair & Safety

Course Information Cr Hrs
Motorcycle Repair & Safety

For mechanics and hobbyists, this hands-on class will teach basics of motorcycle maintenance and repair including how to change bike fluids,repair/replace parts, and how to change and maintain brakes and tires safely. Take this class and receive $25 discount on the Basic Motorcycle Course in the same semester.

 Course  Dates  Times  Location  Cost
 WDT 590  Sep 25-Oct 11; TTH  6-8pm  CWD  $440

Motorcycle Safety

Course Information Cr Hrs
Basic Rider Course

Individuals must be 15 1/2 years of age & up. Basic knowledge/skills for new riders or as a refresher course. Students with successful completion of written and skills evaluation will receive a completion card from the Missouri Motorcycle Safety Program and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and serves in lieu of the range-riding portion of the Department of Revenue license. Motorcycles provided & helmets available for use.

Location: Classes held on Parking Lot O on the OTC Springfield Campus or on the MoDot Range located at 3025 E. Kearney in Springfield

Class times: Friday - 6-9pm, Saturday & Sunday - 8am-5pm

Protective clothing required: helmet (DOT approved), over the ankle skid-proof boot/shoe, with no heels taller than 2", denim weight pant and long-sleeve shirt or jacket, eye protection and full-finger gloves.

Refund policy: Motorcycle Safety classes have a no refund policy. Failure to successfully complete the program or the exam will not result in a refund of fees. Changing sections is allowed as available for a $45 change fee. Review additional information here.

 Course  Dates  Location  Cost
 CEG 561  Apr 13-15  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Apr 13-15  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Apr 20-22  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Apr 20-22  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Apr 27-29  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Apr 27-29  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  May 4-6  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  May 4-6  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  May 11-13  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  May 11-13  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  May 18-20  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  May 18-20  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Jun 1-30  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Jun 1-30  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Jun 8-10  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Jun 8-10  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Jun 22-24  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Jun 22-24  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Jul 13-15  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Jul 13-15  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Jul 27-29  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Jul 27-29  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Aug 3-5  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Aug 3-5  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Aug 10-12  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Aug 10-12  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Aug 17-19  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Aug 17-19  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Aug 24-26  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Aug 24-26  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Sep 7-9  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Sep 7-9  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Sep 14-16  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Sep 14-16  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Sep 21-23  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Sep 21-23  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Oct 5-7  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Oct 5-7  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Oct 12-14  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Oct 12-14  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Oct 19-21  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Oct 19-21  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Oct 26-28  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Oct 26-28  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Nov 2-4  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Nov 2-4  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Nov 9-11  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Nov 9-11  MoDOT  $215
 CEG 561  Nov 16-18  OTC  $215
 CEG 561  Nov 16-18  MoDOT  $215

Experienced Rider Course

 

This course is intended for those who have considerable motorcycle riding experience. Specifically trained instructors will lead you through six hours of skills practice, and discussion on the range. Examples of specific course content include: higher speed steering, cornering, counterweighing, traction awareness, and braking. Other course time is devoted to motorcycle dynamics: wind effects, tire characteristics, and load distribution. 

Location: Classes held on Parking Lot O on the OTC Springfield Campus.

Protective clothing required: helmet (DOT approved), over the ankle skid-proof boot/shoe, with no heels taller than 2", denim weight pant and long-sleeve shirt or jacket, eye protection and full-finger gloves.

Refund policy: Motorcycle Safety classes have a no refund policy. Failure to successfully complete the program or the exam will not result in a refund of fees. Changing sections is allowed as available for a $45 change fee. Review additional information here.

 

 Course  Dates & Times
 CEG 563  Call or email for more information; 417-447-8888 or cec@otc.edu