Motorcycle Rider Course - Basic Rider Course

1. Motorcycle Waiver & Under 18:  

• Review the Motorcycle Safety Course Waiver & Indemnification form: Waiver Form. 

• Sign the form in class with your instructor. 

• If you are under 18, a parent or guardian must sign the form before you attend class. 

• • Forms are available: 

  • • In the Public Safety office, room CC102. 

    • Must be signed in front of a Public Safety staff member or notary. 

 2. Motorcycle Requirement eCourse:

• Complete the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) e-course within 30 days before your class starts. 

• Your class includes a free registration link for the MSF e-course. 

• Use the link to create your MSF account and get the discount. 

After Signing Up: 

• NWTC will send you a unique course link via email within approximately 30 days of the class start date, or sooner, depending on your registration date and when the class begins. 

3. Attendance: 

• Full attendance is mandatory (NWTC, Wisconsin DOT, and Motorcycle Safety Foundation requirement). 

Dropping the Class: 

• Log into your student account to drop or Contact Enrollment Services at 920-498-5444. 

• Drop before the start date to avoid full payment of class fees. 

4. Motorcycle Waiver:  

• No DOT temporary permit needed to enroll or attend. 

• Receive a waiver for your Class M license upon successful completion. 

5. Motorcycle Proof of Enrollment:

• • No DOT temporary permit needed to enroll or attend. 

  • Under 18 or renewing a permit for the third time? You need proof of enrollment. 

• Under 18 or renewing a permit for the third time? You need proof of enrollment. 

• Get proof on NWTC letterhead after enrolling and paying by calling the NWTC Traffic Safety Office at 920-498-5526 or 1-800-422-6982, ext. 5526. 

6. Motorcycle – Gear Requirements:

• Wear long non-flare pants, made of denim or equivalent, or more durable material. No exposed skin. Long sleeve shirt or jacket, sturdy shoes/boots that cover ankles, full-fingered gloves, eye protection, and a DOT-approved helmet are also required.  

• NWTC has a limited supply of helmets, gloves, and eye protection for student use during class. 

7. Motorcycle – Weekend Schedule 

• Class meets at the Universal Driving Facility; 4975 Glendale Ave, Howard, WI 54313.