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Hutchinson Community College

MOTORCYCLE SAFETY

Motorcycle Safety Education

Purpose

The purpose of the Motorcycle Safety program at Hutchinson Community College is to provide a service to the public. The State of Kansas and the college provide this service to Hutchinson and the surrounding areas.  Students must be at least 15 yrs of age with a driver's license learner's permit to qualify for this course through HutchCC.

Benefits

This program features the following benefits:

  • Class is beneficial for beginning and experienced riders
  • Classroom and range instruction
  • May qualify for an insurance discount
  • United States Armed Forces approved
  • Motorcycle Safety Foundation approved curriculum
  • Motorcycles and helmets are provided (you may bring your own DOT-approved helmet)
  • Classes are conveniently offered over a one-weekend format
  • When finishing successfully, there's no testing or driving at the DMV

Course Expectations

In order to successfully complete this course it is required that the course participant be able to balance a two-wheel vehicle, such as a bicycle, before beginning the on-cycle lessons. It is also important to not only be healthy but to have enough fitness, strength, and coordination to learn well and manage the physical demands of riding a motorcycle.

Cost- $250

Additional Information

  • The safety clothing required for this class are long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, full-fingered gloves, boots or shoes above the ankle, and eye protection (eyeglasses or sunglasses).
  • Please plan to arrive at 5:45 PM on Friday evening to check-in. Classes begin promptly at 6:00 PM and end at 10:00 PM. There are 8 hours of instruction on Saturday and Sunday, from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (or 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM when Group B class is offered) for a minimum of 20 hours of instruction.
  • Students must be punctual and attend all sessions in order to complete the class.  Please check your calendar to be sure that you can attend all sessions from beginning to end.
  • Lunch will be provided on Saturday and Sunday.

Dates

We will start classes again in April. If you didn't get in this year, please watch for an email shortly after New Year's Day to choose a slot if you still need your "M" endorsement at that time. Then we will open online registration shortly after. To get your name on the list, please email paynet@hutchcc.edu

Contact Details

Motorcycle Safety
Motorcycle@hutchcc.edu
Phone: 620-665-3550
1-888-GO-HUTCH ext. 8100

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions?

  • How do I enroll?

    Since we have to limit the class size, self-enrollment is not an option with Motorcycle Safety classes. You will be enrolled once you turn in your enrollment paperwork & tuition. You can also Apply for Admission (if this is your first time attending Hutchinson Community College) OR update an existing profile in DragonZone.  Please Apply for Admission as a Guest Student, Non-degree seeking if you plan to attend only this training. For convenience, you can use this link:  Application for Admission  Once you have completed this step, please contact Tammy Payne at paynet@hutchcc.edu or 620-665-3550. 

  • When is the tuition due?

    The $250 tuition & enrollment paperwork is due 2 weeks prior to class start to hold your reservation in the class.

  • How do I pay the tuition/course fees?

    Details about methods of payment are provided in your Confirmation Letter once you are placed on a roster for the class. You can pay by check, money order, cash or card.  Payments can be processed by mail or in person at 1300 N. Plum in the Business Office or by phone at 620-665-3509.
     

  • What if I don't turn in my paperwork or payment 2 weeks prior to class?

    You will get a reminder of your due date by email.  Unfortunately, if we don't have your enrollment paperwork & tuition, we cannot hold your spot.  The slot would be offered to the next available person on the Wait List.