Rider's Edge® Academy of Motorcycling

Welcome to Rider’s Edge®, the Harley-Davidson Academy of Motorcycling. Whether you're a two-wheeled novice or a seasoned road veteran, we can help you take the ride of your life.

Combining the time-tested curriculum of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation® with the passion of Harley-Davidson, the Rider's Edge® New Rider Course offers hands-on instruction and real-road experience that can teach you the skills you need to get the most out of riding.


The New Rider Course

A proven blend of classroom instruction and range riding, the Rider's Edge® New Rider Course delivers the basics of motorcycle operation in Harley-Davidson style. You’ll learn from devoted instructors certified by both the Motorcycle Safety Foundation® (MSF) and Harley-Davidson to create a relaxed, supportive environment that fosters camaraderie and confidence. And after passing a written and riding skills evaluation, you'll receive an MSF RiderCourseSM Completion Card that could exempt you from the written and/or riding portion of the motorcycle license test, as well as possibly qualify you for discounts on insurance. But more than that, you'll begin a journey that lasts a lifetime.

Requirements
  • To take the course, you will need:
  • To know how to ride a bicycle
  • A valid automobile driver's license or learner's permit
  • Jeans, sturdy over-the-ankle boots or shoes, full-fingered motorcycle gloves, a heavy long-sleeved shirt or jacket, and protective eyewear
  • Approved DOT helmet required.
  • Motorcycle
  • You’ll be riding the 492cc Buell® Blast®, a light easy to handle sportbike with a rider-friendly design that will have you feeling in control.
  • Fee
  • Effective May 1, 2006 - $275, payable by credit card, cash, or check. Course fee is refundable up to 3 days prior to 1st day of class. Fee then becomes non-refundable. Area College & University students and faculty receive a discount with valid ID. Contact Greg Robichaux for more information.

    Class Schedule

  • Thursday (Classroom) 6:00pm - 9:00pm; Friday (Classroom) 6:00pm - 9:30pm; Saturday (Riding Range) 8:00 am - 5:30 pm; Sunday (Riding Range) 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Monday (Classroom) 6:00pm - 9:00pm. Student must attend all 5 consecutive days of class.

  • 2007 New Riders Course Schedule
    • Feb. 22nd - 26th (Full)
    • March 1st - 5th (Full)
    • March 29th - April 2nd (Full)
    • April 26th - 30th (Full)
    • May 17th - May 21st - WOMEN'S ONLY

    Call 292-9632 or 800-435-7443 and ask for Greg to get more info on the exciting Rider's Edge® New Rider Course for 2006 and 2007. Or you can drop Greg an e-mail at grobichaux@HarleyBR.com


    2007 Rider's Edge® Skilled Rider Course Schedule

      Fee - Effective May 1, 2006 - $150, payable by credit card, cash, or check. Course fee is refundable up to 3 days prior to 1st day of class. Fee then becomes non-refundable.

      Class Schedule - Saturday (Classroom & Riding Range) 8:00 am - 4:00 pm.

      • May 12th, 2007
      • November 3rd, 2007

        For information or an application, call 292-9632 or 800-435-7443 and ask for Greg or by e-mail at grobichaux@HarleyBR.com

    CONTACT INFORMATION To sign up for Harley-Davidson of Baton Rouge's Rider's Edge® New Rider Course, contact Greg Robichaux at 800-435-7443 or e-mail grobichaux@harleybr.com.
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