Amazing Instructors. George and Jeff by far the nicest and most helpful. Prices sound steep, but…read moreit's worth it. They very much emphasized the importance of being on time to the trainings (early is on time), and repetition through our sessions. Class work was only 3-6 hours out of the two days. On the course was around 5-6 hours. You will learn how to avoid unforeseen obstacles, take sharper turns, control your throttle and your clutch, sharp corners, etc... they DO provide gear for you if you do not have any, with the exception of pants. They have select sizes of boots, helmets and gloves. (All based upon availability).
In the class, you will learn the basics of the controls of the motorcycle, the physics of the motorcycle and how to adapt to weather, Cali laws, impairments, how to navigate curves, abbreviations that help you become a better rider.
You will be asked to take a written exam, and perform 5 different courses successfully with little to no errors to pass the class. If you fail, you can come back one time, no charge. I was a little more familiar with a bike so it was not even remotely difficult. We had brand new riders but they came out amazingly, you have to make a LOT of errors to fail, or perform dangerous actions. Nearly impossible to fail unless riding isn't for you yet.
If you pass the written and driven portion, you will be given a "CMSP MOTORCYCLE TRAINING COURSE" completion card. This is your insurance discount card which can let up to 15% off on select insurances. This can also at some moto stores when you buy year discount your gear 10-20% off. Additionally, they will mail you the DMV form (DL 389) that says you completed training and this will BYPASS the riding exam for the DMV, you will receive the form within 7-10 business days. Take a photo copy of that certificate once you receive it, then make a DMV appt. apply for the DL, pay the application fee, and submit the DL 389. Take a knowledge exam once more. If you pass, the DMV will then mail you a new ID with the words "C/M1" on the back.
That's all though, 10/10 very useful!