Advanced Courses

Intermediate Motorcycle Skills Course

Designed for riders who have completed a Basic Rider Course or have some street-riding experience and want to refine braking, cornering, hazard avoidance, and real-world traffic skills for smoother, more confident riding.

Level Intermediate · Post-BRC
Format 1-day · On-bike coaching
Focus Braking · Cornering · Traffic

Ready to level up your riding?

Pick your Intermediate Skills Course date and location, then keep your progression going with Advanced Skills Course or the Adventure Bike RiderCourse when you’re ready.

Tip: On the Book Now page, choose Intermediate Skills Course under Advanced Courses, then select the location that works best for you.

Who should take this course?

The Intermediate Motorcycle Skills Course is a great fit if you’ve already learned the basics and now want more control, confidence, and real-world readiness.

  • Riders who have completed a Basic Rider Course (BRC).
  • Motorcyclists who’ve been riding for a while and want a skills refresher.
  • Riders preparing for group rides, commuting, or more challenging routes.
  • Anyone who wants to improve braking, cornering, and hazard awareness.

What you will learn

This course builds on your basic skills and focuses on real-world scenarios: traffic, low-traction situations, and emergency responses.

Module 1 Braking Techniques

Refine both front and rear brake use, improve straight-line and corner braking, and practice emergency stops to reduce stopping distance while staying in control.

Module 2 Cornering Techniques

Apply countersteering, choose better lines, and control entry speed and lean angle so curves feel smoother, more predictable, and more stable.

Module 3 Hazard Avoidance & Swerving

Practice quick swerves, obstacle avoidance, and proper body positioning so you can react quickly and safely when something unexpected appears in your path.

Module 4 Traffic & Situational Awareness

Work on visual scanning, space management, and lane positioning so you can better anticipate traffic, intersections, merges, and lane changes in real-world riding.

Module 5 Slow-Speed Control

Improve clutch/throttle coordination, balance, and low-speed maneuvers like U-turns and tight turns—perfect for parking lots, neighborhoods, and stop-and-go traffic.

Course format & requirements

The Intermediate Motorcycle Skills Course is typically a one-day, 6–8 hour training held in a closed-course environment so you can focus on skills without traffic distractions.

Course Format

One-day (6–8 hours) session with on-bike practice and coaching in a controlled range setting.

Motorcycle

Riders typically use their own motorcycles. Email info@riders-first.com if you have questions about bike requirements or availability.

Gear

Long sleeves or jacket, sturdy long pants, DOT-approved helmet, eye protection, full-finger gloves, and over-the-ankle boots.

Best For

Riders moving from “basic” to “real-world,” preparing for group rides, commuting, or advanced training.