The Texas Motorcycle Law requires the completion of a Basic Motorcycle Course to receive a new motorcycle license (M endorsement).

The Motorcycle Basic RiderCourse is designed with the beginner in mind, but experienced riders can also benefit from this course. You will learn how to operate a motorcycle, the best protective clothing to wear, how to avoid dangerous situations and what’s most important - how to get out of those dangerous situations you can’t avoid. By the end of the course, we’ll be challenging your skills at the two-year rider level. The best part is you don’t even need a helmet or a motorcycle - we provide them for you.   

Upon successful completion of the course, students are issued a MSB-8 certificate which satisfies the Texas Department of Public Safety riding exam. 

See the RiderCoaches here. 

Upcoming 2013 classes:

Motorcycle Gallery

Click here to see pictures and video of the 2010 Motorcycle Awareness ride.

More than 6 million trained!  Watch the video here.

Motorcycle Basic Ridercourse Video

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much does the course cost?
2. When is payment due?
3. What time is the course held?
4. What will I need to bring to the course?
5. What type of motorcycles will we use during the course?
6. Where does the course take place?
7. Who will teach the course?
8. I've never ridden a motorcycle. Is this course for me?
9. Does this course waive the driving portion of the DPS motorcycle test?
10. What is the refund policy?
11. What happens if it rains during the course?
12. When is the Basic RiderCourse offered?
13. How old do I need to be to register for the course?
14. Is there a guarantee that I will pass the course?

How to Register

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is not guaranteed until tuition is paid. The required forms (See Registration Form below) must be completed and received by the Workforce & Continuing Education Office prior to the class start date. Call the Workforce & Continuing Education Office at (361) 582-2528 for additional information or assistance with registration. To view more Workforce & Continuing Education courses, see the current schedule.

Registration Options

1. The Motorcycle Basic RiderCourse Registration Form, the Motorcycle Safety Course Waiver & Indemnification Form and the Motorcycle Operator Training Program Student Information Form must all be completed and returned to the CEC office in order for registration to be complete (Please see the Forms link below).  The Continuing Education Office is located in the Continuing Education Center, Room 104 (Building #14 on Campus Map ). Tuition may be paid by check, MasterCard, VISA, or Discover (cash payments must be made at the Welcome Center/Student Sercices). Note:  The registration is neither complete nor secure until fees are paid.

2. Register by mail. Print the forms below. Mail completed forms and payment to:

Victoria College

Workforce & Continuing Education

ATTN: Mary Pullin

2200 E. Red River Street

Victoria, TX 77901

Registration Form

• Motorcycle Basic RiderCourse Forms
  Note:  The Registration, Waiver, Student Information Forms and a copy of your valid driver's license are required with payment in order to register for the course.

Links

• Texas DPS Motorcycle Safety Unit
• Motorcycle Safety Foundation
• LookLearnLive.org
• American Motorcycle Association
• National Association of State Motorcycle Safety Administrators
• Dale's Fun Center
• Victoria Cycle Shop/Bosart's Polaris
• Victoria Harley-Davidson
• Velocity Powersports  

For more information, contact:

Workforce & Continuing Education Department, (361) 582-2528 or email Mary Pullin at Mary.Pullin@VictoriaCollege.edu