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Experienced RiderCourseSM
If you are comfortable on your own motorcycle and ready to try
something new, the five-hour ERC Skills Plus will build upon your
existing skills and knowledge. Relatively new motorcyclists,
returning riders, and experienced motorcyclists can all benefit from
this course.
ERC Skills Plus Tuition: $100
The ERC covers mental strategy, traction, risk management,
braking, cornering and swerving techniques. The WVMSP recommends
that you have at least one year or 1,000 miles of riding experience
before enrolling in this course.
General Information
Participants provide their own motorcycle. The motorcycle must be
street legal and insured.
Participants must be proficient in the basic skills of clutch
control, straight-line riding, turning, shifting and stopping.
This program is accredited by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation
and licensed by the State of West Virginia.
POST credit is available for law enforcement personnel.
This course does not meet state licensing requirements for
participants under 18 years of age.
Eligibility Requirements
Participants must be at least 16 years of age. Participants who are
under 18 years of age must have their parents sign a waiver form
prior to on-cycle instruction.
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Participants must possess a valid driver’s license with
motorcycle endorsement or a motorcycle instruction permit.
- Participants ride their own motorcycle during the course. Your
motorcycle must be street legal, licensed, insured and passes
safety inspection. You must show proof of insurance to the
instructor.
 Participants furnish their own protective clothing (eye
protection, long sleeves, long pants, full-fingered gloves and
over-the-ankle footwear) and DOT-approved helmet. Rain gear is
highly advisable.
Courses are conducted in all weather conditions, but may be
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