Advanced Rider Course (ARC)
Motorcycle Endorsement Required
The Advanced Rider Course (ARC) is designed for experienced, currently active motorcyclists who already possess a motorcycle endorsement. For the purposes of this course, an experienced rider is one who has established basic riding skills and rides regularly.
The course places strong emphasis on self-assessment, risk management, rider behavior, and advanced riding strategies, with focused skill development in braking, cornering, and swerving.
Registration Fees
- Delaware residents: $35.00
- Out-of-state residents: $100.00
Course Overview
Total Duration: 8 hours
- 3 hours classroom instruction
- 4 hours on-cycle riding
- Lunch and breaks included (bag lunch and snacks recommended)
Motorcycle Requirement:
- Students must provide their own motorcycle
- Motorcycle must be legally registered and insured in the student’s name
- Documentation will be verified prior to class
- Motorcycles must pass an instructor pre-ride inspection
Students who do not provide required documentation or whose motorcycles do not pass inspection will not be permitted to attend. This course is designed exclusively for single-track, two-wheeled motorcycles.
Course Expectations
- Approximately 98% of students successfully complete the course on their first attempt
- Instruction is conducted in a group-learning format
- The course is mentally and physically demanding
- Weather conditions may increase physical and mental stress
Instruction Topics
Range Instruction Covers:
- Rider and motorcycle preparation
- Advanced street-riding strategies
- Traction management
- Advanced braking, cornering, and swerving techniques
- Dangers of impaired riding
Riding Instruction Includes:
- Review of basic riding skills
- Advanced braking techniques
- Precision cornering
- Swerving and hazard avoidance
Successful Course Completion
To successfully complete the Advanced Rider Course, students must:
- Attend all classroom and riding sessions
A pre-ride inspection will include tires, controls, lights, oil levels, chassis, and stands. Motorcycles with defects or unsafe modifications will not be permitted. The instructor’s decision is final. If a motorcycle repeatedly disrupts class flow due to mechanical issues, the student may be dismissed from the riding portion of the course, and the registration fee will be forfeited.
Insurance Discount
Successful completion may qualify riders for:
- Up to 10% reduction in Delaware motorcycle liability insurance
- An additional 5% discount if another approved course was completed within the last three years
Course Registration Information
Delaware Residency Definition
You are considered a Delaware resident if you:
- Live in Delaware and hold a valid Delaware driver’s license, or
- Are active-duty military (or a dependent) stationed in Delaware with a valid out-of-state driver’s license, or
- Hold a valid out-of-state driver’s license and are enrolled full-time (minimum 12 credits) at an accredited Delaware college, university, or community college
Riders Under 18 Years of Age
Riders under 18 must:
- Be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian of record at the first class session to sign the course waiver
- Have completed driver education
- Hold a full, unrestricted Class D license
Students with a Graduated Driver License (GDL) are not eligible. A GDL is a permit and is not upgraded to a Class D license until twelve months of supervised driving have been completed.
Course Schedules & Locations
Courses are offered at the following locations. The number in parentheses indicates how many courses are currently scheduled at each site.
If no courses are currently scheduled at your preferred location, please check back at a later date.
Confirmation & Class Size
- Course confirmation will be mailed upon receipt of payment unless otherwise notified
- If confirmation is not received within 14 days, call (302) 744-2658 and leave:
Your name
Driver’s license number
Phone number and best time to return your call
Each course is limited to 12 students. Courses with fewer than 6 enrolled students may be cancelled. Students will be contacted to reschedule or request a refund.
Refund Policy
- Student-requested refunds are subject to a $15.00 fee
- Refund requests must be made at least 72 hours prior to the course start time
Required Riding Gear
Motorcycle riders are physically vulnerable. Wearing proper protective gear significantly reduces the risk of injury.
All students must wear the following during all on-cycle instruction:
- DOT-compliant 3 quarter or full-face helmet (loaner helmets available)
- Eye protection (face shield, glasses or goggles)
- Over-the-ankle footwear with a low heel (leather preferred, no cloth or canvas shoes).
- Jeans or sturdy long pants (no holes, no sweatpants, spandex, or yoga pants)
- Long-sleeved shirt or jacket
- Full-fingered gloves made of sturdy material (leather preferred)
Attendance & Weather Policy
- Classes are held rain or shine
- Weather-related cancellations are determined by the instructor at the training site
- Classes begin on time
Absence from or tardiness to any portion of the course will result in unsuccessful completion and forfeiture of the registration fee.
Course Benefits
- Professional instruction from experienced RiderCoaches
- DMV road test waiver for course graduates
- 10% motorcycle insurance discount (verify with your insurance provider)
- MSF and State of Delaware Student Completion Card
Completion cards cannot be replaced; store securely
Important Notice
The State of Delaware cannot guarantee acceptance of this course for motorcycle endorsement or insurance discounts in other states.
State-Approved Program
This program is administered by the Delaware Department of Transportation, Division of Motor Vehicles and is funded by Delaware motorcyclists through licensing, renewals, and motorcycle registration fees. Email us at motorcyclecourse@delaware.gov
