is the safety course worth the 500$$?

[medstudent125]

If I don't do the safety course i save roughly 450 dollars. Do you think I can lawn to ride say in a parking lot by myself? I can put that 450$ towards my insurance or gear.

[rbjeepthing]

100% worth every penny!

[daisoman]

100% worth every penny!

+1 if you've never ridden like me but I think any level skill could benefit from the RTI course. Can't say much about others as I have no experience with them.

[Baggsy]

It depends. Are you willing to learn something, or do you just want a piece of paper?

[cknowles]

For me, it was worth it in what I learned. I also saved enough on my insurance to pay for the course, and I'm 48 years old! Shop around for insurance.

[09SV650S]

If I don't do the safety course i save roughly 450 dollars. Do you think I can lawn to ride say in a parking lot by myself? I can put that 450$ towards my insurance or gear.

Well I would spend it on a better spell checker first LOL

On a serious note "Medstudent125" is your life worth $500 bucks? You might just learn that one tip or emergency manoeuvre that saves your life.

I've rode moto cross all my life and went to street riding last September and I can tell you I thought I knew a lot already but a "Good" course will push you beyond your limits and make a good rider even better!

Its worth it if the course is reputable.

[medstudent125]

Well I would spend it on a better spell checker first LOL

On a serious note "Medstudent125" is your life worth $500 bucks? You might just learn that one tip or emergency manoeuvre that saves your life.

I've rode moto cross all my life and went to street riding last September and I can tell you I thought I knew a lot already but a "Good" course will push you beyond your limits and make a good rider even better!

Its worth it if the course is reputable.

LOL its my iPhone auto-correct you grammar zombie

haha but I have decided to take it.

[09SV650S]

LOL its my iPhone auto-correct you grammar zombie

haha but I have decided to take it.

I have grammar skills a bike and a job. That makes me a great catch in the female world doesn't it? Lol

Seriously though. Well done. You'll learn lots. And safe riding. PM me to thank me later

[EngineerJoe]

Worth every penny. As they say, "an ounce of prevention..."

[AF4iK]

++1 Worth it if you have zero or little experience. I popped my cherry at the MSF and learned a ton. You can definitely learn on your own but the MSF is actually helpful and taught me things I might not've picked up by myself. Plus it's probably easier to pass the M1 exit test as the lessons encompass what you'll be tested on so you get lots of practice.

[Cat13]

Worth it 200%. Not only will you learn valuable safety points but you will build your skills above what the test requires which will help with confidence on the street. Also big highlight is you learn on the schools bikes. So if you drop it wont matter.

[ViperZ]

Yes, well worth the money. And if you're concerned about the money spent, think about your savings on insurance because of the course certificate.

[key3thermal]

Worth it 200%. Not only will you learn valuable safety points but you will build your skills above what the test requires which will help with confidence on the street. Also big highlight is you learn on the schools bikes. So if you drop it wont matter.

hahaha, so glad i took the course!

[Dayao12]

I have grammar skills a bike and a job. That makes me a great catch in the female world doesn't it? Lol

You're missing one, Punctuation. b!tches love punctuation. XD

[ModularGT]

I took the Sheridan course in Burlington. Most of the things that stick out in my head when I'm riding, are what they told us during our breaks. I do not recommend anyone without prior motorcycle experience to ride without first taking a course.

[drax666]

There are two points to the course, riding, and the other safety....
I took the course, having ridden motocross for years... so not a lot learned there, as I was already very comfortable with the bike... that being said, I still picked up some riding skills!!!
Secondly its safety... being aware of where you should be and more alert to the cagers and what they aren't aware is priceless...
short term, could save money by not taking it... but that is narrow minded... in my opinion... take the course, and it could save you a hell of alot more.
For the insurance implications... for me, this was not part of the equation. Insurance is a reactionary type coverage... take the course and help yourself avoid having to use insurance... besides the fact you have a deductable.... blah blah blah... no need to say more....
enjoy the course... I wrang the snot out of the bikes, where else can you do that..... he he

[PLau]

It was fun and good practice. Never been on a bike prior. Almost dropped my bike at a standstill as a result of braking hard and losing my balance got stuck in a position holding the bike 3 inches from hitting the ground until an instructor, I actually think it was Cat lol.... Helped me lift it up. I blame the fact that it was the second day riding for long hours on top of freezing cold temperatures for not being able to lift it up :$
One person completely dropped the bike while walking it. Overall, it was a good experience and gave me an idea of what to do and what not to do. Well worth the money if you haven't been on a bike before.


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[Rotten_Ronnie]

...One person completely dropped the bike while walking it...

I think everybody should drop their bikes at least once...

The $$$ signs disappear and you can ride it like it was meant to be ridden. Even Valentino has his off days...

[250R-ICE]

From a financial perspective only. Not only will you will save money off your insurance in the first few years. But the course is also tax deductable. Similiar to tuition fees. This only applies if you take it an approved College. Not sure if RTI qualifies. So in the long run the course will most likely pay for itself.

Then there is the benifit of learning in a safe environment on someonelses bike.


Definately worth it for a new rider.

[Serialize]

Consider the course as probably one of the best motorcycle related purchases you can make.
In some cases students taking the course that have never even touched a motorcycle in their life come out better riders in the first day of the course than self-taught riders of 20+ years.
They will teach you life saving skills, but also a fun filled weekend with passionate individuals that share very real experiences.
You'll probably save just as much, maybe more on your insurance if you take a course that is CSC (Canadian Safety Council) certified (Centennial, Humber etc).