When you take a New Rider Course at the Riding Academy you’ll:
- Learn to ride on a genuine Harley-Davidson® motorcycle.
- Get in-class and on-range instruction from Motorcycle Safety Foundation® (MSF) and H-D® Certified Coaches.
- Learn to safely accelerate, shift, brake, and turn, along with maneuvers like controlling skids and surmounting obstacles.
- Earn an MSF Basic RiderCourseSM Completion Card, which may (varies by state) exempt you from the riding portion of your license exam and score you a discount on motorcycle insurance.
New Rider Course Cost: $300
2021 Classes are FULL.
2022 Class Schedule will be posted in January and classes begin in March.
Weekday - 3 Day Course Schedule:
Wednesday 9:00am-4:30pm
Thursday 8:00am-4:30pm
Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Weekend - 3 Day Course Schedule
Friday 6:00pm-10:00pm
Saturday 7:30am-5:00pm
Sunday 7:30am-5:00pm
Weeknight - 5 Day Course Schedule
Monday-Friday 5:45pm-10:00pm
NEW RIDER COURSE FAQS
WHAT WILL I NEED TO REGISTER?
You'll need a valid automobile driver's license or learner's permit, and have the ability to ride a bicycle.
DO I NEED ANY SPECIAL GEAR?
You'll need to bring the following:
- A heavy, long-sleeve shirt or jacket
- Jeans, chaps, or leather pants
- Over-the-ankle, sturdy footwear
- Full-fingered gloves
- A helmet that meets DOT requirements
- Eyewear
RIDING ACADEMY
Annette C.
H-D Riding Academy Liaison
4th Generation Family Member
Started riding in 2004.
Joined the ISSHD Team in June 2001 through December 2005.
Rejoined the Team in May 2018.
Steve McQueen
H-D Riding Academy Manager and Coach
Started riding in 1982. Started teaching rider education in 2002. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in February 2016.
In Memory of Kim Cipriani
Rest in Peace (4/20/61 - 11/30/20)
Kim had been a part of our family since 2009 and was one of our most passionate and dedicated team members here at Southside. She spent her more recent years helping new motorcycle riders find their freedom through the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy program.
Kim will be so deeply missed by each one of us and will always be remembered as a fun, compassionate, loving, and kind-hearted soul that so many of us had the pleasure of working with.
Eric Anderson
H-D Riding Academy Coach & Motorcycle Sales Manager
Started riding in 1980.
Joined the ISSHD Team in March 2011.
Retired after 30-years in the US Army and I'm an Iraq Combat Veteran.
Steve L.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 1998. Started teaching rider education classes in 2001. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2015.
Bob M.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 1969. Started teaching rider education classes in 2002. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2015.
Shug S.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 1968. Started teaching rider education classes in 2015. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2015.
William G.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 1978. Started teaching rider education classes in 2016. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2015.
Dallas H.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 2000. Started teaching rider education classes in 2009. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2017
Michelle T.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 2008. Started teaching rider education classes in 2018. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2018.
Kirk D.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in the mid-70s. Started rider education classes in 2017. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2018.
Laura W.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 1989. Started rider education classes in 2019. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2019.
Lee B.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 1974. Started teaching rider education classes 2018. Joined the ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2019.
Tim K.
H-D Riding Academy Coach
Started riding in 1976. Started teaching rider education classes in 2008. Joined ISSHD Riding Academy Coaching Team in 2018.