IRC Eligibility
Registrants for the IRC are expected to have recent riding experience, be familiar with and able to operate the basic motorcycle controls and be able to demonstrate the basic riding skills of straight line riding, turning, shifting and stopping. Registrants must demonstrate competency with these skills during screening exercises to continue in the IRC. If it is determined in the screening exercises that a Registrant needs additional skills development before proceeding, that person will be referred to a Basic Rider Course.
NOTE: Enrollment in a BRC is not guaranteed.
Registrants for the IRC must be at least 18 years of age.
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.
Registration dates for Intermediate Rider Courses will be posted in late January or early February. The actual course dates will be presented to you once you begin the online registration process.
- We cannot provide the course dates prior to registration.
- IMPORTANT NOTE: You must be in the classroom for roll call or you will lose your seat. No excuses will be accepted.
Course Times:
All IRC Courses will be 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and/or Sundays.
Required Apparel:
All students must wear the following when riding a motorcycle in the ERC:
- Helmet: minimum 3/4 coverage, DOT approved. A helmet will be provided if you do not have one.
- Boots: tall enough to cover the ankle bones, with a normal (1"-2") heels. High-top leather or heavy synthetic material gym shoes that cover the ankle bones are acceptable.
- Long pants: must be a heavy material such as denim with straight legs and no cuts, open holes worn or cut into them.
- Gloves: must be full fingered. Leather is preferred; open backs are discouraged but acceptable.
- Long-sleeved protective clothing: shirt or jacket, sleeves must come down to cover the wrist.
- Eye protection: face shield, glasses, or goggles. Prescription glasses or regular sunglasses are acceptable.
For the location of your nearest SOS, Drivers Licensing Services facility, or to access the Illinois Motorcycle Operator Manuel go to www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/drivers/facilities/home.html