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training is associated with a 79% reduced crash risk, and an 89%
reduction in the risk of a fatal crash.
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courses are taught by state-certified
instructors who have the patience, understanding, training, and knowledge to
help you develop the skills you need.
Training for all Levels
—Whether you have ridden thousands of miles, or have
never even sat on a motorcycle, Idaho
STAR
has a course to fit your needs.
Increasing your knowledge and skill can help keep you out of the crash
statistics.
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courses take place in a controlled, off-street environment and are
designed to help you develop the physical skills as well as the mental strategies
needed to successfully navigate today’s roadways and prevent crashes. Idaho
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courses are held throughout the state during the riding season.
Introduction to Riding
—This is the perfect course for folks who just want to
see if motorcycling is for them or those who are especially nervous about riding
and would like to ease into it at a slower pace. This 3-hour session covers
motorcycle controls, starting, stopping, and balance. Class sizes are kept low for
lots of individual attention. Motorcycles and helmets are provided.
Basic I Course
— Designed for the novice rider with no (or limited) street-
riding experience. During this 17-hour course, you will learn fundamental skills
required to operate the motorcycle and progress to street-strategies and
emergency situation skills. Motorcycles and helmets are provided in this
course.
Basic II Course
— For riders who are already comfortable with the basic skills
of turning, shifting, stopping, and balancing the motorcycle. This 9-hour course
includes instruction in street-strategies and emergency situation skills. You will
practice cornering, braking, and swerving maneuvers on the riding course. Ride
one of our motorcycles or bring your own.
Experienced Course
— Designed for motorcycle riders with at least three
months of current street-riding experience. In this 9-hour course, you will learn
street-strategies and hazard-response skills as well as practice low-speed
maneuvers and advanced cornering, braking, and swerving skills on your own
motorcycle.
Braking Skills Practice
— Designed for fully endorsed riders with current
street-riding experience. In this 3-hour clinic, you will improve your braking
skills and build confidence in your ability to handle emergency braking
situations on your own motorcycle.
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