Additional Riding Course (BRCA)

The Additional Riding Course (BRCA) is designed for students who were recently unsuccessful in the riding-skills portion only of the Delaware Motorcycle Program Basic RiderCourse (BRC), as well as endorsed riders who wish to refresh or improve their riding skills. Eligibility is determined prior to enrollment.

Registration Fees

• Delaware residents: $35.00
• Out-of-state residents: $100.00

Eligibility Requirements

• Students unsuccessful in the BRC riding evaluation must enroll in the BRCA within 90 days of their last BRC course date.
• Endorsed riders seeking refresher or additional training must contact the Delaware Motorcycle Program Registration Office at (302) 744-2658 to enroll.
• Students wishing to ride their own motorcycle must complete an additional waiver. Please contact the office for further information. Riders must pass a T-CLOCS safety inspection prior to riding.

Course Overview

This is a one-day course consisting of approximately:

• 1 hour of classroom instruction
• 6 hours of range instruction and riding

Classroom topics include:

• Risk management
• Riding gear
• Range safety rules

Range instruction focuses on:

• Starting and stopping
• Limited-space maneuvers
• Cornering techniques
• Hazard avoidance

At the conclusion of the course, students will complete a Riding Skills Evaluation. Participants who successfully pass the evaluation will receive a Student Completion Card.

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