Learn How to Ride and Earn Your Motorcycle License Endorsement

Motorcycle Safety Foundation – Basic Rider Course

1. E‑Course (Required)

A highly interactive, 5‑hour online program that teaches the basics of motorcycling to riders of all skill levels.
You must complete this E‑Course before attending the Basic Rider Course. E-Course link is provided in the registration confirmation email. 
 

2. MSF RiderCoach Training

An 11.5‑hour, hands‑on training session on the riding range.
You will learn:

• Straight‑line riding
• Stopping
• Shifting
• Turning
• Swerving
• Emergency braking

3. Motorcycles Provided

Motorcycles are supplied for all students enrolled in the Basic Rider Course.

Course Requirements

Attendance

• You must attend the entire course.
• If you arrive late, you will be dismissed and your registration fee will not be refunded.

Ability and Safety

• You must be able to ride and balance a bicycle.
• You must be able to safely control the motorcycle during all exercises.
• Instructors may dismiss you if they determine that you pose a safety risk to yourself or others.

Responsibilities

You are responsible for your own safety and learning.

If at any time you experience:

• Fatigue
• Dizziness
• Disorientation
• Excessive physical or mental stress
• Continued difficulty with an exercise

Stop immediately and notify an instructor.

Report any hazards you notice during the course.

Permit Information

For full permit requirements, visit: motorcyclesafety.org

Adults (18 and older)

• You must present a valid motorcycle permit to your instructor.
• Expired permits are accepted if they expired less than one year ago.

Minors (16–17 years old)

• A valid driver’s license is required.
• If you pass the course, you will receive completion cards that allow you to take the motorcycle permit and skills test at a state exam station.

Important Note

Riders who have failed a state or Minnesota Motorcycle Safety Center (MMSC) skills test twice are not eligible for the state skills test waiver.
They must take the skills test at a Driver and Vehicle Services (DVS) exam station.

E‑Course Certificate Information

E‑Course Instructions

Instructions for completing the required 5‑hour E‑Course are included in your confirmation email.
Look for the section titled “Enroll and Access the MSF ePackage1 E‑Course.”

Completion of the E‑Course is required before attending your class.

If you do not receive the confirmation email:

• Check your spam or junk folder.
• If it is not there, contact CTSRegistration@HennepinTech.edu or call 952-995-1330 for assistance.

Permit Requirements (Age 18 and Older)

If you are a Minnesota resident, age 18 or older, and plan to earn your motorcycle endorsement during this course, you must obtain a motorcycle instruction permit before your course begins.

Required Riding Gear

You must bring your own protective gear for the range exercises:

• DOT‑approved helmet
• Long‑sleeve shirt or jacket
• Over‑the‑ankle footwear
• Long pants with no tears or holes
• Full‑fingered gloves
• Eye protection (glasses, sunglasses, or full‑face helmet shield)
• Rain gear or cold‑weather gear, depending on weather conditions
  • Class is held rain or shine
• Adequate beverages and snacks for the weather and duration of the course

Waiver Form

You will receive an additional email containing the required waiver.
Please print this linked waiver and bring it to class.

Minors (Ages 16–17)

Participants under age 18 must have a waiver form:

• Signed in person by a parent or guardian at the training location, or
• Signed and notarized before the course

If the waiver is not completed, the participant will not be allowed to attend.

Course Location

The riding portion of this course will take place at
Hennepin Tech – Eden Prairie Campus
Student Parking Lots H & J
13100 College View drive
Eden Prairie, MN 55347
 

A separate email will be sent before the class start date with:

• A campus map
• Required waiver form
• Additional class information

Motorcycle Cancellation and Refund Policy

Hennepin Tech may cancel a class up to the day before the course begins.
If this occurs, you will receive a full refund.

Processing Fee

$30 fee applies to all cancellations and transfers.

Refund Policy

Refunds (minus $30 fee) available if canceled at least 5 business days before the first session.
No refunds for cancellations made less than 5 business days before the course.

Transfer Policy

One-time transfer allowed with $30 fee if requested at least 5 business days before the course.
No additional transfers or refunds after the first transfer.
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To request a transfer or refund: Email CTSRegistration@HennepinTech.edu or call 952-995-1330 and leave a detailed voicemail