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Beginner Motorcycle Class in Denver | 2-Day Course

$400 • Motorcycle & Helmet Provided

Earn Your Colorado Motorcycle Endorsement

✓ No motorcycle experience necessary
✓ Motorcycle & helmet provided
✓ MSF-certified beginner training
✓ 5-hour MSF eCourse included
✓ Hands-on riding instruction
✓ Written & riding skills evaluations
✓ Colorado DMV endorsement waiver upon successful completion

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A person sitting on a motorcycle while another person, possibly an instructor, stands nearby holding a clipboard in an outdoor area marked with orange and blue traffic cones. The background shows green trees and a grassy field.

New to Motorcycles? You’re In the Right Place.

Never ridden a motorcycle before? That’s exactly who this course is designed for.

We start with the basics and build your skills step-by-step. You’ll have time to learn, practice, make corrections, and improve before moving on.

You don’t need to show up already knowing how to ride. You’re here to learn.

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  • A group of new motorcycle riders practices drills on a large, marked-off parking lot under a cloudy sky. The photo is taken from behind a person wearing a hat, watching the training.
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Learn to Ride a Motorcycle in Colorado

Earn Your Colorado Motorcycle Endorsement with Beginner-Friendly Training

If your goal is to become a rider, choosing the right motorcycle school gives you the best chance of achieving it.

The Shift Happens MSF Basic Rider Course is Colorado state-approved motorcycle training designed for people with little or no riding experience. You'll learn the skills needed to ride safely, earn your Colorado motorcycle endorsement, and begin your riding journey with coaching focused on your success.

What You'll Learn

Two days of hands-on motorcycle training designed to build the skills you need to ride safely and confidently.

  • Clutch and throttle control

  • Smooth braking and emergency stopping

  • Turning and cornering techniques

  • Swerving and obstacle avoidance

  • Low-speed motorcycle control

  • Balance and slow-speed maneuvering

  • Street strategies and hazard awareness

You’re not just preparing to pass a test. You’re building real riding skills you’ll use every time you ride.

Why Riders Choose Shift Happens

You already know why you want to ride. Our job is to help you get there.

✓ Small classes
More opportunity for individual coaching and feedback.

✓ Coaching focused on your progress
We give you time to learn, practice, make corrections, and improve.

✓ MSF-certified RiderCoaches
Professional instruction from coaches who want you to develop real riding skills.

✓ Motorcycle & helmet provided
Everything you need for the riding portion is available here.

✓ Skills first. Endorsement second.
Our goal isn't simply getting you through a test. It's helping you become a safer, more capable rider.

If you're willing to put in the effort, we'll provide the coaching, feedback, and opportunity to help you succeed.

Earn Your Colorado Motorcycle Endorsement

Successfully complete the Basic Rider Course and you’ll receive a Colorado Motorcycle License Waiver, allowing eligible riders to skip the motorcycle skills test at the DMV.

Complete the course. Earn your waiver. Take the next step toward adding the motorcycle endorsement to your Colorado driver license.

Is This the Right Motorcycle Class for You?

This class is a great fit if you:

✓ Have never ridden a motorcycle
✓ Have little or no clutch experience
✓ Want to earn your Colorado motorcycle endorsement
✓ Don’t own a motorcycle
✓ Want professional training before riding on the street
✓ Want to build strong riding skills from the beginning

If you already ride confidently and simply need your endorsement, our One-Day Colorado Motorcycle Endorsement Course may be a better fit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need motorcycle experience?
No. This course is designed for beginners, including riders who have never ridden a motorcycle or used a clutch.

What if I’ve never ridden before and I’m nervous?
That’s exactly who this course is designed for. We start with the basics and build your skills step-by-step. You’ll have time to learn, practice, and improve throughout the two-day course.

Do I need my own motorcycle?
No. A training motorcycle and DOT-approved helmet are provided at no additional cost.

How long is the class?
The course includes two days of hands-on motorcycle training plus the required 5-hour MSF eCourse completed before class.

Will I get my Colorado motorcycle endorsement?
Successful completion qualifies eligible students for a Colorado motorcycle endorsement waiver, allowing you to skip the DMV motorcycle skills test.

What does the Beginner Rider Course cost?
The 2-Day Beginner Rider Course is $400 and includes the training motorcycle, helmet, MSF eCourse, hands-on training, and testing.

Ready to Learn to Ride?

You've found a beginner motorcycle class designed to take you from the basics through real hands-on riding skills.

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