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Monday, 03 March 2008 |
Both the Saskatchewan Safety Council and the Saskatoon Motorcycle Training Course have announced their 2008 training dates.
Both courses offer a great opportunity to learn how to ride a motorcycle safely. Whether you are a new rider or a veteran, this course will prove invaluable.
Check below for course information and training dates.
Saskatchewan Safety Council Motorcycle Safety Course
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Accepting registrations starting March 1, 2008
The Saskatchewan Safety Council is pleased to offer two motorcycle safety courses. They are outlined below:
Introduction to Motorcycling
Introduction to Motorcycling is a 6- 8-hour course designed for individuals who have NO experience operating a motorcycle and would like to experience the very basics of operating a motorcycle.
Our program introduces the sport of motorcycle riding in a non-threatening and relaxed environment. The smaller class size means that riders have more contact with the instructors and more time to practice basic skills such as balance, clutch control and slow speed maneuvers.
The cost for the program is $160.00 plus GST.
Motorcycle Training Canada - Gearing Up
This 21-hour program is designed to help prepare you to ride a motorcycle in a traffic environment.
The Saskatchewan Safety Council is excited to offer a new motorcycle training program in Saskatchewan for 2008. Motorcycle Training Canada is a course developed in consultation with other provincial safety councils.
Here are some of the topics covered in the Motorcycle Training Canada Program
-Before you start
-Riding tactics for the urban rider
-Traction and control
-The open road
-Balance and braking
-Starting the engine
-Slower speed control
-Higher speed control
-Basic traffic behavior
-Emergency techniques
Bikes are provided for you to learn on. You do not need to hold a valid motorcycle learners license to take this course. Our instructors are highly experienced riders and qualified trainers in motorcycle safety.
The cost for the program is $350.00 plus GST.
Motorcycle Licensing
The Saskatchewan Safety Council offers “M” endorsement testing for students who successfully complete the Gearing Up course. Please contact the Saskatchewan Safety Council at (306) 757 3197 for costs, dates and times.
MANDATORY STUDENT EQUIPMENT - Not negotiable
You will need the following equipment:
- Approved helmet (DOT, SNELL, CSA)
- Over the ankle boots (workboots, hikers)
- Goggles, face shield or approved glasses
- Riding jacket or jean jacket
- Jeans or motorcycle pants
- Full finger tight fitting gloves
- Rain jacket and pants (optional but recommended)
TIP: If you are not already riding, we suggest borrowing riding gear.
If you have any questions on riding gear, please contact the Safety Council at (306) 757 3197 for more information.
TRAINING BIKES
The Saskatchewan Motorcycle Training Program offers a variety of bikes.
We have dirt bikes, sport bikes,cruisers, and standard style bikes from Honda, Yamaha and Suzuki and Kawasaki.
No matter what size you are or how much experience you have, our instructors can match you to a motorcycle fitted for your needs.
2008 Regina Training Dates
1 May 6-7 Intro
2 May 9-11 MTC
3 May 13-14 Intro
4 May 16-18 MTC
5 May 23-25 MTC
6 May 27-28 Intro
7 May 30-June 1 MTC
8 June 6-8 MTC
9 June 10-11 Intro
10 June 13-15 MTC
11 June 20-22 MTC
12 June 24-25 Intro
13 June 27-29 MTC
14 July 4-6 MTC
15 July 11-13 MTC
16 July 18-20 MTC
17 TBA MTC
For more information contact:
Saskatchewan Safety Council
445 Hoffer Drive
Regina, Sask. S4N 6E2
Phone: (306) 757 3197
Fax: (306) 569 1907
http://www.sasksafety.org/
traffic@sasksafety.org
Saskatoon Motorcycle Safety CourseCourse Itinerary
Each evening students will learn practical, as well as educational, information about the safe operation of a motorcycle. Defensive driving skills are emphasized and taught to all students.
If weather should cause a delay in practical riding, Saturday morning will be used to complete the course. We want people to come prepared to ride even if it is raining, as the day will probably come for all riders to ride in the rain and it is also good experience.
Practical driving skills, that include everything from the basics up to emergency maneuvers:
- cornering
- braking
- shifting
- balance
- controls, etc
Classroom instruction will cover:
- accident avoidance
- group riding tips
- riding gear suggestions
- passengers and how they affect the ride
- emergency situations
- rider awareness, and
- bad weather survival, etc.
This course will not provide you with a SK motorcycle license! It is intended to give you the best skill development and knowledge in order to become a great and safe rider! For a beginner or as a refresher, this course offers information which could save a life. Motorcycles are “invisible” to many drivers, come learn how to protect yourself in a safe controlled environment.
The cost of the course for 2008 is only $300 per student (GST Included).
2008 Saskatoon Training Dates
1 May 9, 10, 11
2 May 12 - 16
3 May 23, 24, 25
4 May 26 - 30
5 June 6, 7, 8
6 June 9 - 14
7 June 20, 21, 22
8 June 23 - 27
9 July 4, 5, 6
10 July 7 - 11
11 July 14 - 18
To ensure your spot, please contact Syd:
Syd Petersen, Administrator
Saskatoon Motorcycle Training Course
Phone: (306) 270-7433 (270-RIDE)
Email: sk-motorcycle@shaw.ca
Web: http://www.sk-motorcycle.ca/
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Last Updated ( Monday, 03 March 2008 )
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