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Why the Nebraska Safety Center?
Motorcycle Safety Course offered by the Nebraska Safety Center include:
BRC provides the rider with basic, introductory, formal instruction about how to ride a motorcycle. This weekend course is composed of approximately 5 hours of classroom and 10 hours of range instruction. Successful completion of the course qualifies the Participant for the motorcycle Endorsement "M" on their Operator's License. Motorcycles are provided for use during the course.
Topics covered include:
Course Policies:
Participant must have:
Participants should be prepared to ride in adverse weather conditions and dress accordingly.
The Instructor has the final authority in determining if a Participant shall be permitted to participate in the riding portion of the course.
Successful completion of the Basic Rider Course waives the requirement to take the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) written examination and road test, which qualifies the Participant for the motorcycle class “M” endorsement on their Operator's License.
Begin the BRC online Registration
Schedule or Registration Questions?
Contact Erin Howard via email at motorcycle@unk.edu or phone: (308) 865-8256
General questions about the Nebraska Safety Center Motorcycle Safety Training?
Email - motorcycle@unk.edu
Cancellation Policy – Participant: To receive a refund, notification must be made more than 5 calendar days prior to the start of the course. No refunds will be made to participants that cancel with less than 5 days’ notice, are late to a class, dismissed, voluntarily leave, do not pass a written or riding evaluation, have previously rescheduled, or missed a segment of either course.
Cancellation Policy – Nebraska Safety Center: Classes may be canceled without notice due to inclement weather, lack of registrations, or other unforeseen problems. In such cases, participants will receive a full refund or may reschedule for a new class date.
BRC2 is designed as an excellent skills refresher and enhancement course for the rider who has experience motorcycle riding, either in the past or currently. During the 8-hour course, the rider practices and demonstrates riding skills on his/her own motorcycle.
Course Policies:
Participant must have:
Participants will NOT be permitted to ride without this protective gear!
Participants should be prepared to ride in adverse weather conditions and dress accordingly.
The Instructor has the final authority in determining if a Participant shall be permitted to participate in the riding portion of the course.
For those without a current class “M” endorsement, successful completion of the BRC2 course waives the requirement to take the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) written examination and road test, which qualifies the Participant for the motorcycle class “M” endorsement on their Operator's License.
For questions about the Nebraska Safety Center Motorcycle Safety Training?
Email - motorcycle@unk.edu or call the Safety Center at (308) 865-8256
Cancellation Policy – Participant: To receive a refund, notification must be made more than 5 calendar days prior to the start of the course. No refunds will be made to participants that cancel with less than 5 days’ notice, are late to a class, dismissed, voluntarily leave, do not pass a written or riding evaluation, have previously rescheduled, or missed a segment of either course.
Cancellation Policy – Nebraska Safety Center: Classes may be canceled without notice due to inclement weather, lack of registrations, or other unforeseen problems. In such cases, participants will receive a full refund or may reschedule for a new class date.
ARC provides rider development in the areas of risk management, decision-making, riding strategies, and rider behavior.
This 8-hour course includes classroom and riding activities where riders learn and review several techniques, including basic control, quick stops, curve adjustments, cornering and swerving. Under the guidance of an experienced Rider Coach, riders will examine their thought processes and discover some of the reasons why we make the choices we do. The course allows you to explore your personal riding limitations and how to better utilize and understand your motorcycle’s design capabilities
This course originally was designed for sport bike and similar riders; however, we have found that all riders can benefit from this curriculum and leave with a greater understanding of their personal decision-making process, as well as their bike’s capabilities and limitations.
Course Policies:
Participant must have:
Participants will NOT be permitted to ride without this protective gear!
Participants should be prepared to ride in adverse weather conditions and dress accordingly.
The Instructor has the final authority in determining if a Participant shall be permitted to participate in the riding portion of the course.
ARC is NOT an endorsement course.
For questions about the Nebraska Safety Center Motorcycle Safety Training?
Email - motorcycle@unk.edu or call the Safety Center at (308) 865-8256
Cancellation Policy – Participant: To receive a refund, notification must be made more than 5 calendar days prior to the start of the course. No refunds will be made to participants that cancel with less than 5 days’ notice, are late to a class, dismissed, voluntarily leave, do not pass a written or riding evaluation, have previously rescheduled, or missed a segment of either course.
Cancellation Policy – Nebraska Safety Center: Classes may be canceled without notice due to inclement weather, lack of registrations, or other unforeseen problems. In such cases, participants will receive a full refund or may reschedule for a new class date.
RRBRC is an 8-hour course designed for riders who may have been riding with a permit, or experienced riders with or without a motorcycle endorsement, who are returning to riding after an extended absence. After a brief familiarization, riders MUST demonstrate sufficient skill in shifting (1st & 2nd gear), braking and stopping, and perform a control skills exercise (offset weaves with clutch control) with proficiency to be allowed to continue. Participants unable to perform basic control skills will be counseled and advised to register for the Basic Rider Course for an additional fee. During the 8-hour course, the rider practices and demonstrates riding skills on motorcycles provided by the Nebraska Safety Center.
Course Policies:
Participant must have:
Participants will NOT be permitted to ride without this protective gear!
Participants should be prepared to ride in adverse weather conditions and dress accordingly.
The Instructor has the final authority in determining if a Participant shall be permitted to participate in the riding portion of the course.
For those without a current class “M” endorsement, successful completion of the RRBRC course waives the requirement to take the Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) written examination and road test, which qualifies the Participant for the motorcycle class “M” endorsement on their Operator's License.
For questions about the Nebraska Safety Center Motorcycle Safety Training?
Email - motorcycle@unk.edu or call the Safety Center at (308) 865-8256
Cancellation Policy – Participant: To receive a refund, notification must be made more than 5 calendar days prior to the start of the course. No refunds will be made to participants that cancel with less than 5 days’ notice, are late to a class, dismissed, voluntarily leave, do not pass a written or riding evaluation, have previously rescheduled, or missed a segment of either course.
Cancellation Policy – Nebraska Safety Center: Classes may be canceled without notice due to inclement weather, lack of registrations, or other unforeseen problems. In such cases, participants will receive a full refund or may reschedule for a new class date.
Scooters are now allowed in the BRC course. This BRC course provides instruction for the beginning scooter rider or a rider who needs a refresher. It teaches the participant about riding safely and managing risk. Students are responsible for providing their own scooter for the BRC course.
View the Scooter/BRC Class Schedule
Prior to class, you will also need to provide the Safety Center with:
To view BRC dates and to register, please click here and fill out the form and mail it and the previous 3 items in to the following address:
Nebraska Safety Center
Attn: Motorcycle
1917 W 24th St.
Kearney, NE 68849
For questions about the Nebraska Safety Center Motorcycle Safety Training?
Email - motorcycle@unk.edu or call the Safety Center at (308) 865-8256
Cancellation Policy – Participant: To receive a refund, notification must be made more than 5 calendar days prior to the start of the course. No refunds will be made to participants that cancel with less than 5 days’ notice, are late to a class, dismissed, voluntarily leave, do not pass a written or riding evaluation, have previously rescheduled, or missed a segment of either course.
Cancellation Policy – Nebraska Safety Center: Classes may be canceled without notice due to inclement weather, lack of registrations, or other unforeseen problems. In such cases, participants will receive a full refund or may reschedule for a new class date.
The Nebraska Safety Center is now offering a nationally certified ATV course. This 4 hour class focuses on basic control, turning, navigating obstacles and hills.
Child under 16: $50.00
Requirements:
All classes will be held at the Nebraska Safety Center Cope Driving Range and Research Center. Directions to the range are West HWY 30 to 15th Avenue, South to Railroad Street and then west three blocks.
For more information, please contact:
Nebraska Safety Center
West Center, UNK
Kearney, NE 68849-4550
Phone (308) 865-8256 (800) 854-7867