Intermediate Rider Course
The IRC is designed for persons with previous motorcycle riding experience who are returning to the sport or who have been riding for some time without obtaining a motorcycle license endorsement. It may also be for the individual who has previously passed a Basic Rider Course (BRC) who has not yet purchased a motorcycle or would like additional training and an opportunity to practice and enhance their skills before going on the road into the traffic mix or for experienced dirt bike riders who may want to start riding on the street.
The IRC presents an overview of the fundamentals for the safe, responsible operation of a motorcycle. It provides riders the opportunity to renew or learn skills and to acquire the knowledge and strategies important for a successful transition into operating a motorcycle on the street and in the traffic mix.
The IRC was developed to provide a training experience for riders who already have the basic motorcycle operational skills of straight line riding, shifting, stopping, clutch control and who need or desire to refinement those skills to demonstrate the minimum competencies required for motorcycle licensing or endorsement purposes.
The IRC consist of 8.5 hours of classroom and hands on instruction. To successfully complete the IRC you must pass a skill (riding) evaluation. Upon successful completion of the course you will receive a completion card (it is not a license to drive) that when presented to the Secretary of State, Department of Motor Vehicles, Drivers Licensing Facilities, will waive the riding test requirement.
For the IRC, training motorcycles are provided and loaner helmets are available. It is recommended that you bring your own helmet. Personally owned helmets will provide a better and more comfortable fit.
Registrants are required to have a valid motorcycle license endorsement (class “L” or “M”) or a motorcycle learner’s permit from the Illinois Secretary of State.
ICR courses will be scheduled on Saturdays and/or Sundays from 8 AM to 6 PM.