Course Description

Novice Rider Course 2 (NRC-2)

The Novice Rider Course 2 is an 8-hour course that enables those who successfully complete it to receive their Washington motorcycle endorsement with no further testing at the Washington DOL. This course is also known as the (IRT) Intermediate Rider Training, by the Washington Motorcycle Safety Program and DOL. This course is designed specifically for riders who are:

1. over 18 years old
2. experienced with riding motorcycles, but have no endorsement
3. or returning to riding after a break of several years, but have retained the riding skills and knowledge to successfully complete the course.

Students will ride ESC bikes in this course (those returning to the sport without personal bikes will find this is a perfect class for them). Classroom instruction in street strategies and mental preparedness for safe motorcycling is combined with range exercises that cover cornering/swerving/stopping/hazard avoidance.

Course fee is $150.

All students must bring to class:

• Driver’s license and confirmation letters
• Pen or pencil for taking notes

All students must bring to practice:

• DOT-approved helmet (ESC provides helmets for the class, however, students are encouraged to use their own DOT-approved helmets)
• Eye protection (eyeglasses, sunglasses, face shield or goggles)
• Sturdy over-the-ankle footwear
• Full-fingered leather gloves  
• Long sleeve shirt or jacket
• Long denim pants or jeans
• Rain gear (Class will continue if it's raining)
• Sun block, as needed
• Snacks, lunch, and non-alcoholic beverages

Terms and Conditions

Students must:

• Provide proper riding gear.
• Be on time. Students arriving late to class will not be allowed to participate.

Cancellation/Refunds/Transfers Policy:

• To cancel and receive a refund, students must notify ESC in writing 6 business days before the start of the class.
• If class is cancelled by ESC, a full refund will be issued or the class will be rescheduled (classes are held rain or shine.)

Refunds/Transfers are not allowed if a student:

• Cancels less than 6 business days prior to class.
• Fails to attend the scheduled class.
• Arrives late to class or practice and is not allowed to participate.
• Is dismissed by the instructor.