Why NOOBS FAIL DMV Motorcycle SKILLS TEST (To Get License)

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[@MusicLoverzpage]

@cyclecruza wich bike is it? I love your bike man

[@rosx3245]

Took the MFS course without any prior riding experience. Was asked to leave on day one because I was keeping the class behind. The "instructor" suggested I give up on riding because it was going to be extremely hard for me to learn. Decided to buy my first bike, got a temporary permit from the dmv and focused on parking lot skills for 3 months. Went back, took the test and passed. 3 years later, I'm still riding and loving every minute of it. A word of advice for everyone wanting to learn how to ride with NO experience, DON'T GIVE UP and don't listen to people saying you will not be able to ride.

[@b.southworth3013]

Thank you for writing this. Need more stories like this out there. I'm a noob and slow to pick this up so was feeling discouraged after failing the test today.

[@SunshineeeSmileee]

I think the MFS course is too fast paced imo

[@slimeballson8929]

He did not say that stop bullshittin bruh

[@desi2024desi]

Thanks for writing this and for the encouragement 🌻😊

[@desi2024desi]

@@SunshineeeSmileee I agree.

[@stevenfortier6436]

DMV guy passed me with 100% on the road test....Said I was the best score of the day...couldn't have anything to do with having been riding motercycles for around 25 years and finally getting my actual motercycle endorsement license...had the learners permit a few times through the years but never made it to the road test part to get the real license. Finally got her don

[@armored-clown]

This is an old post but the more impressive thing is that you didn’t get pulled over and get your bike impounded by not being legally allowed to ride on the road.

[@daebak7370]

Damn you rode for 25 years with just your permit? Wow kudos to you sir

[@ThaCyNiQ]

​@@armored-clownin what country?

[@nicholascorbett4622]

Thanks for the vid brother. Been riding out of class for like a year. Started with a 50cc scooter. Lol. Got up to a 200 and now got me a honda rebel 250. Def gotta endorse before I step it up. Very helpful. Also people swear by eating bananas for steady nerves. Safe riding all

[@ristokaratisto6068]

Does doing successful dank wheelies count as a fail

[@ScopedKilz]

Wheelie after they sign your paper saying you passed

[@alpha_returnsty4031]

Lmao

[@murican1889]

I’m pretty sure it’s a secret extra credit challenge that instantly grants you a full license. I think if you do a rolling burnout and hit the mirrors off the instructors car they will buy you a bike of your choice too.

[@koobydeh]

Fail the test, win at life

[@ladbefire2675]

lol

[@MoviesGamesMusic]

A few things that help a new rider (and semi new): 1) Being comfortable on a bicycle, especially a road bike on streets. Cycling and motorcycling are largely the same with obvious differences (speed, weight etc). But if you are stable on a bicycle and have driven in traffic on a bicycle you will have a much easier time learning to ride. 2) If you are still nervous of the transition from bicycle to motorcycle, then do a moped/scooter with automatic transmission. One that can hit over 30 mph especially. This will get you used to riding faster in traffic while being vulnerable, but at the same time a lower speed to help get you acclimated. 3) Experience with a manual transmission car. This was essential (for me at least). It helped me a lot, as I already understood all of the fundamentals of driving manual. It helps ease some of the nerves you may have. If you don't have this, spend time in a parking lot learning on a bike or something and build up the skill of shifting. 4) Nothing beats actually riding. Like someone mentioned about going to a motorcycle safety course that they were told to give up, and they got the permit and practiced on their own. A safety course is a good idea but perhaps practice on easier roads and lots prior to going to one of those so you don't have the same experience. 5) Wear proper gear. Do not be one of those douche bags that is riding on the highway with sneakers, shorts, and a wife beater. Not only do they look stupid, they will straight up be dead or lose their skin when they get into even a minor spill. The gear helps your confidence and has a calming effect. I cannot tell you how often a rock hits my visor on my full enclosure helmet right between the eyes. You will not avoid it. It will happen. Be prepared. Have a jacket, full enclosure helmet, and jeans at least. Also riding boots (shoes) are highly suggested. Further about this is a windshield. In lower speeds they are not absolutely required (city driving 25-50mph) but they also add a lot of protection from flying debris. In higher speeds they help displace the wind to limit the turbulence effect you feel. Again they also add more confidence to help calm your nerves if you have them. 6) Ride every day. do not limit it to grocery trips once per week always taking the same straight road when there is no traffic. I ride my motorcycle to work every day and try to do every single errand on it. I ride for convenience and economics. I do not ride to be cool or go fast - but I also live in a city that doesnt have a real winter so its easy for me to ride regularly. If you treat you bike like a special occasion (when youre still new) you wont build confidence or skill. 7) Practice turning on bending roads, even after you've been using your bike for a year. It will take a basic understanding of physics and how much to lean/shift your weight depending on speed and how sharp the turn is... but understanding how to drive on a windier road is essential. Do not drive on sharp ass windy roads at 20+ over the speed limit. That is one of the many ways riders die, especially on windy mountainous roads. But once you understand how to turn properly everything will be so much easier and your confidence will skyrocket. Another reason this skill is needed is to stop hitting the brakes on sharp turns. This is very dangerous as your wheel has less surface connection when you are banking your motorcycle so when you hit the brakes you have a higher chance to lose control and wipe out. It is ok to let off the accelerator, but the more you practice the less speed youll need to lose when banking, and eventually youll maintain speed or even accelerate through windy roads.

[@vasel208]

I had a ball in the riders course. Most of students in my class were falling over due to choosing a heavy ass motorcycle. I did the whole course on a 50cc & 125cc scooter lol, because I wasn't 100% sure if I was going to go on and get a motorcycle. I eventually did get a motorcycle. Looking back, I wouldn't change the way I approached learning to ride. 😃

[@Xxmeca421xX]

Wait I can use a scooter? 🤔

[@oscarbear7498]

@@Xxmeca421xX a schooter seems like cheating but if you can get away with if its funny

[@Slking507]

Have to use a 150+ scooter to get a motorcycle endorsement where I am.

[@stevedegraaf7897]

In Utah, your license is limited to whatever size bike you test on. If you test on a 250cc, that’s the biggest bike you can legally ride until you test on a bigger bike.

[@genc8165]

Are u in California? I also have a Honda metropolitan scooter, already have my permit but I everytime I practice that damn circle in DMV I failed. So u have to get to practice the 150cc? Mine is only 49cc?

[@wadesirekis8153]

Colorado only gives you a "permit" first. You are supposed to have someone else ride with you while you have that. It literally makes no sense because not everyone has someone else.

[@ykd818]

Exactly, it is si dumb here with that

[@mikemccormick8115]

Good stuff! My short petite gf has a small Honda Rebel 500, lightweight with low seat height, and we are going to the actual DMV test area and practicing often with cones before she takes test. She has years of experience riding scooters in Thailand so we are going right to DMV once shes comfortable on the Rebel but she handled it well from day 1. If you are new and buy a big, heavy cruiser, 1000cc plus, or sport bike, then the MFS 3 day course is the only way to go.

[@mrobertson188]

Just passed the course in Florida. They had a fleet of Honda Rebel 250"s. When you're done with the written test and the riding test they give you a card to take to get your license.

[@march282001]

Same here in VIRGINIA every state should do this too

[@mrobertson188]

@Luda 2000 there's an instructor that shows you. He rides each part first then your turn. Nothing very difficult.

[@MiguelRPD]

How much did you pay for your course ?

[@mrobertson188]

​@@MiguelRPDI think it was about $200. I don't remember now it's been a while back.

[@ThaCyNiQ]

Haha America is ridiculous

[@cembanditx1]

I agree with cruza. MSF class is the way to go. Experienced hands on instruction.

[@RWWRENTAL]

want to pass the test with ease? get a dirtbike, ride tough single track....bet you will be able to do handle bar locking turns in no time :) and come to a complete stop w/o putting your feet down in a jiffy 😁😁

[@CycleCruza]

I agree! Imo, starting on a dirt bike is the best way to start riding a motorcycle, however, you may not want to ever ride street. lol Most dirt bike riders become great skilled streetbike riders.

[@OGPokey151]

You can practically do it on one wheel

[@ENJ4321]

When I started out many years ago, I started on a 50cc Vespa. That was over 20 years ago, then when it came time to take the motorcycle test...ALL I had to do was learn clutch and shifting. Which wasn't that bad to learn, because I already had the basics down. Later on, a few years later I took the MSF class...and wish I would've did that from the get go.

[@hrbestalkinme3690]

I raced motocross and singletrack for 5 years. Passed my DMV road test first try. First day riding on the streets, I was already better at riding street than 90% of the street-only riders. Its a cake walk compared to real off road shit.

[@tankthompson1670]

Link ?

[@timdiserio]

Took the permit and driving test once and passed both tests first try. It actually really surprised me to hear that a lot of people fail this multiple times. The permit test has some pretty random questions that don’t make a lot of sense compared to how I ride, but for the test, as long as you have confidence and can be agile with your bike, you’ll do just fine

[@3arcninja]

Just took my Basic Rider Course over June 3rd and 4th. I passed 97% on the riding 98% on the written now I've got my M endorsement!!! Now to get a loan on a bike.

[@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials]

Get R3 or CB/CBR 300

[@2quick2come]

Busa my brother

[@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials]

^ Listen to this if you want to die

[@3arcninja]

@@2quick2come that's a terrible idea, work your way up

[@3arcninja]

@@GT6SuzukaTimeTrials No I'm looking for more comfort, though I love sport bikes and crusiers I want a Honda ctx 700 but not the automatic one screw that they make a manual one that I want. Sport bike look crusier feel

[@ericherrero3212]

😀 I took up harleys learning academy a while back. Good experience and I got my license straight away. 9 used bikes later and I still recommend it if it's offered in your area.

[@CycleCruza]

I think that is great that Harley offers a class like that. New riders that want to ride big cruisers should definitely take that HD class.

[@DarksideSleemo]

In my town, Harley works in conjunction with the MSF course and offers a slightly longer 3 day course in the same location. I just did the 2 day course but I hear that the Harley course is great. Less pressure and it's earlier in the day so less heat and less chance of rain. My course got rained on both days.

[@dannyshteyman5197]

yeah, no. Harley only has heavy 500s to practice on (for new riders? really?), did not spend enough time with my kid with that big (for him) bike and then failed him, wasting time and money. Class was supposed to go end of sunday, they got lazy and did the above at like 11 am. Not recommending harley for msf ever. And now that they went megavoke, my softail is benched, on to my lovely yamaha all the way. Though that's beside the point.

[@mattf2535]

Take the MSF course and start the correct way: habits, riding philosophy, and discipline. It's a serious sport so do it right from the beginning.

[@JRico831]

There’s tons of people who rent mopeds out specifically for that purpose, they’ll even give you a rundown of the course and let you practice before all for like a hundred bucks. No clutch, easy to maneuver, I passed first time. I sure as hell would have failed on my 636 no question, but that was like 4 years ago.

[@edwindurant4189]

In Florida if you already have your drivers license, you only have to take the MSF class and then you go to the DMV and they just add the endorsement to your DL. You don’t have to take another test at the DMV.

[@CycleCruza]

That's usually the case in most places. There are two options, either skip the MSF class and just take the skills test or take the MSF class and get your endorsement. The MSF is not only the better choice but it's much easier to get your endorsement that way. Like I said most new riders fail the skills test, when I took it eleven years ago, me and another guy were the only ones to pass the skills test, everybody else failed bad.You will learn more skills at the MSF class.

[@dannyshteyman5197]

in KY the MSF class administers their test at the end of the class, which you can fail (my kid did, the msf class was offered by harley.... and there are no 250 harleys, they put him on a heavy 500). Going to take him to do the DMV version tomorrow, joy.

[@hfr8343]

I had to split cars and swerve to miss a ladder in the middle of the highway yesterday. Motojitsu has sooo many good videos and tips to help improve your high speed and low speed skills on your motorcycle

[@gearjerker2182]

In NC, if you take the MSF class and pass, all you have to do is take the written test at the DMV and you get the endorsement.

[@Juan_E_Dewitt]

Same in Texas

[@bruneydamekanic6151]

In Florida you pass you just go to DMV to add the endorsement

[@DMax2Cummins]

in my opinion if the MSF class wasn’t so expensive i think more people would be interested and more likely to go that route. i would like to go that route myself but at the same time just taking the DMV test saves over 200 in my area. i can spend use that money for better gear or bike protection add-ons. the MSF in my area is $300 vs $9 or so to just take the DMV test. i’m also peaking from prior MC and dirt bike experience though.

[@Roadstar1602]

Interesting that you posted this because I have a buddy who took the Ohio test yesterday. Out of the 4 people in his group, 2 failed and 2 passed. He was one of the passers. He didn't practice maneuverability at all before the test. He was riding a little S40 Boulevard.

[@mysticalcamo8873]

Of course when I'm legitimately ready to take the MSF course & finally ready to get a motorcycle all classes are booked... Guess I'll be going through the DMV lul

[@Onewildandcrazyguy]

I took a motorcycle class this week. I just passed. I had 10 points deducted that's the maximum number of points you can have dedducted without failing

[@boseisgood]

Good on you to promote practice! Motojitsu you tuber has detailed practice exercises for those who don’t have MSR classes nearby. Thanks for your videos CC. Love your channel!

[@tomservo3401]

Update: Just bought a 2015 hd 48. Not a huge bike but a lot bigger than my last one. The biggest difference is how easy this bike is to ride. 1200cc. Is so much more stable and smooth compared to my old 125cc toy. Over the weekend rode down to dmv to practice the course and have no doubt i can pass. My only issue was the cone weave because the bike is somewhat long but was still able to do it. Making my appt after work today to take the test.

[@dr.michaelbennett8597]

Bike size does not matter if you have the skill. MSF course is foundational and applicable to any bike.

[@yuptrav2912]

In NY you make three right circles three left circles and two figure 8s to show you have bike control. That’s it lol

[@nhhsraiders23]

Never been on a bike or anything i took a class and got 100% on my skills test and and now riding around with my permit (im about 800 miles under my belt) and awaiting taking my test for full endorsement

[@haris525]

Passed mine first time on an S1000RR. Saw few people with GSXRs who failed the test, seems like most of them did not practice dragging the rear brake, friction zone and were putting their feet down while turning, making u-turns, and some poor kid who was using an ADV which was way too heavy and he grabbed the front brake so hard the it performed a mini stoppie.

[@chestnut1969]

I did the Australian equivalent on a dual sport, very easy to maneuver around unlike those on sports bikes/cruisers

[@MickeyR6]

Here in California if you take the motorcycle safety course & pass the course. Take your course certificate to the DMV & You skip the course drive test at the DMV. Of course you still have to take the written test questions. That's how I got my M1.

[@CycleCruza]

The skills test at the DMV is for people who don't want to take the MSF class, it's good for people who used to have a motorcycle license but came from another state. Some states require you take the skills test even if you had a motorcycle endorsement in another state.

[@MickeyR6]

@@CycleCruza yes every state is different.

[@stevedegraaf7897]

In Utah, if you test on a small bike, you will have your license limited to that size bike. So if you want to ride a Harley, you have to test on a bike bigger than 750cc.

[@dani18pk]

Take the MSF course. It's worth it. I took it and learned so many things. Passed after the class ended

[@AmenCornerRider]

MSF course is the way to go. Very valuable.

[@JDRod88]

There is nothing I find funnier that CC in the "I'm taking a dump" crouch during his "get my helmet" spiel. I laugh every time. Oh, and take the MSF. Not only does it get you through the test in most, if not all, states, it really give you a ton of good info and experience.

[@chanellhaze3967]

Studying to get my MCLs and they said the safety class will teacher you and get you your MLCs a very good way to go about it, but i read at any point if the instructor feels your unsafe or not passing the courses they can fail you and kick you out the class and 400$ goes down the drain. I would like to take the class to learn but not be kicked out so quick because of impatience. So just be thinking about studying taking the test then asking and paying a friend with a bike to teach and practice with me the take the last test.

[@Sim-sq2hu]

Living in the nightmare of 2021 now, every course like sniping an old eBay auction or booked into October

[@itsvash679]

Most states have moved to MSF only. You simply have to get the certificate, no other tests except eye vision. It saves cost and time for the states.

[@sammysanon6387]

I like when people saying go to a parking lot and practice, really but how they should do that if they ever know how to ride a motorcycle before

[@FNGMOTO]

Sammy Sanon trailer it, it’s what I did.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Truthfully a lot of experienced riders who don't practice regularly, don't spend time in open lots regularly, and don't practice braking and throttle control at low speeds regularly, would fail a test again even after years of riding around.

[@kshinn6032]

If you want to pass the MSF course and enjoy it. Read the written test material once before the class. Watch vids of the course ahead of time. On the day of the class request one of the old and slow cruiser style bikes. The lower power, low center of gravity and more forgiving geometry is an advantage compared to the new sporty bikes.

[@SickBikeDude]

My wife is afraid to shift - so she will get a DCT bike and take the DMV test. Here in PA they wont let you use your own bike for the safety course. But the safety course is free in PA so thats a plus.

[@CycleCruza]

If she takes the time to learn how to shift she will love shifting. That is cool the MSF class is free there, she should take the course! Best of luck either way!

[@SickBikeDude]

CycleCruza yea man I’ll get her to want to learn eventually!

[@Rain2H0]

if majority is failing, then its not the public's fault, it's the DMV's fault because their test is false. The test should support big bikes too!

[@alphacapo]

I hadn't rode for years and passed mine the day after i bought my bike 1250 bandit. I only practiced for 2 hours on my neighborhood streets. (Not recommended mine is a dead end tho.) I was anxious and didn't even think about failing. Lol DONT THINK ABOUT FAILING!!! IF YOU CAN RIDE A BICYCLE YOU CAN RIDE A MOTORCYCLE! Its easy. As long as your familiar with the controls and clutch lever operation your all good. FOR TOTAL NOOBS LEARNING TO MANIPULATE THE CLUTCH IS THE BIGGEST THING. And then just being smooth with the throttle and brakes... USE BOTH YOUR BRAKES EVERY TIME YOU NEED TO SLOW DOWN

[@leeknievel748]

Lol ol' young dude here been ridin a few years and passed his motorcycle test and thinks now hes a pro to make "advice" videos, LOL lol ya killin me smalls!! Good video, noob

[@terrybuchanan1]

i failed the test at least 2 times when i was in high school. they didnt have that class then :P

[@TheJerzeyGuy]

That's what my wife and I did, we had the motorcycle book and copied the riding test with cones in a parking lot of a school and we passed the riding test first go, I highly recommend doing that , also don't take a big ass bike , we took 300cc scooters we rented for the day because here in Jersey if you take the test with anything less than a 250cc motorcycle you'll be restricted from any motorcycles over 500cc's

[@CycleCruza]

Here they show up to the skills test on huge 1000 lbs Baggers. lol Some people don't have common sense tho.

[@BoxingLegends2024]

in certain states you cant just take the test on a dirt bike then go ride a super sport! They caught onto that a long time ago & now you get certain letters & numbers on ur license M8 M9 ext according to what you took the test on!

[@EZ4U2Say11]

I passed the test first time never had school or ridden a motorcycle just went and practiced on the little circle got it that day

[@nicholascorbett4622]

What state fellow rider?

[@EZ4U2Say11]

California

[@nicholascorbett4622]

Ny. Very similar law and asshole govt. Worker wise. My area isn't too bad. But I've heard stories.

[@craiglopresto3322]

Do yourself a favor and go to boca loco burritos on the right at 4:43. SO GOOD!

[@ndflatt]

Unfortunately you don’t learn skills in a safety class you learn them out on the road by putting years and years of ridding under your belt

[@williamrusk631]

I took the Pa. test in 1975, at the start the trooper told me to do a figure 8 in the parking lot, as I was finishing the move he was walking back into the barracks, I sat amd waited a moment and he came to the door and waved me to come inside, I thought this doesn't look good, I went inside and he handed me my MC license, how things have changed,

[@stuglenn1112]

A decade later, but that was my exact experience also, except in Delaware. The test was pretty much a joke. There wasn't even an MSF class back then.

[@christopherdonlick9119]

just out of curiosity, how many figure 8s have you needed to do on your bike since 1975? I'm a little annoyed I failed my msf course because of a mostly useless and impractical maneuver, when I have all of the other life saving skills down flawlessly.

[@williamrusk631]

@@christopherdonlick9119 never again

[@hralph1]

When I took the MSF class in Washington State, you could pass the written and skills test over that weekend. We did have a few drop out because they couldn't keep up with the skills training. One person bought all her gear and motorcycle, but couldn't pass, even taking her Ativan...so, had to sell her bike. Lessons learned, don't buy a bike until you pass the class...and if you gotta take Ativan to ride, may want to try something else.

[@CraigSmith568]

I took the MSF course in West Virginia. They had Honda Nighthawk 250s and on the last day we took the test on their bike. They then gave me an endorsement to take to the DMV to have it put on my license. Those small bikes were like riding a bicycle.

[@masshole2907]

If you take the MSF class and you pass you don't have to worry about taking the DMV test with a personal bike if you don't have one

[@coderedcamaro4812]

I have been riding for years and years offroad and then I got a permit and a street bike and rode with out taking the course. Finally in my early 40s I took the saftey class for my license and passed . I thought I was cool and didnt need the class or any safety gear. I was a squid fool . Now I ride with license and full gear. I should have taken the class years ago. On the real I got new respect and skills for bikes.

[@kyle333halfevil]

Done. I haven't got my endorsement yet. And i do plan to eventually take a course. But to get my endorsement i have already been practicing with cones i got a paper stating what the test involves i use that and cyclecruza and other good youtubers to practice until i will get through my endorsement.

[@copwcuffs5415]

@ 5.56 - He's right riding is great, piloting a plane, and $EX are fun too, riding is the cheapest option by far!

[@altsolox]

here's a quick tip for people about to take their moto drive test, make sure your gas tank is as empty as possible, losing as much gas weight as possible makes the sharp turns super easy!

[@NORMANEBOMER]

HEY CYCLE CRUISA THIS IS GOOD STUFF. PENNSYLVANIA DOES MSF COURSES FREE NO REASON NOT TO TAKE THEM. TWO DAY COURSE BIKE PROVIDED ONE DAY COURSE BRING YOUR OWN. THEY PAY FOR IT WITH THE MOTORCYCLE LICENSE FEE. THE DMV TEST IS JUST A COUPLE FIGURE EIGHTS THOUGH. NORM CAMP PERRY 1968-1968 CSX LINEMAN 1975-2006 BUILT FORD TOUGH

[@CycleCruza]

I agree, everybody should take the MSF class! Thanks for viewing!

[@willperez4635]

I passed car and motorcycle driving test 1st time cruza is right practice makes perfect get out there and learn first

[@Slking507]

I know several guys who took their test on baggers. They all passed without issue... 🤷

[@jdmikeg4]

The “safety” course tell you to use 4-finger clutch and brake. If you don’t do it that way, you won’t pass. It’s stupid. It’s like forcing people to write with their right hand when they are left handed. The best way to brake/clutch is 2-finger or 1-finger. They also tell you to keep the bike in gear at a red light and keep the clutch in, which is also stupid. No wonder people crash their bikes.

[@mikebaxter567]

I failed my first test on a 900 Ninja. The DMV tester said he couldn't pass it on a sportbike I should get something lighter. I rescheduled one week later came back on same bike, he doubled the test. I'm happy to say I proved him wrong.

[@CycleCruza]

You were determined to pass, took it as a challenge. I bet you practiced too!

[@mikebaxter567]

@@CycleCruza I practiced everyday. I accept failure for what it is, a lesson on what to improve upon. Thanks for doing what you do. I'm always learning something.

[@alejandroprior431]

I just got my ca license after 3weeks of practice in a Yamaha FZ6 with no previous experience at all very easy test to be honest first try passed the writing and the driving as well

[@CoachSteve4u]

I know this video is kind of old, but my problem is that all classes for certification are booked - even the ones from Harley for $450! And just a couple months ago, they were totally open to taking a class ASAP if you wanted... I've been riding motorcycles since I was 12. Bought a new Suzuki DRZ400. I'm going to practice and take the test but I'm not even allowed to ride to a parking lot unless I'm with a buddy with a motorcycle license! I hate these stupid laws. I have no choice but to risk getting caught so I can practice... Stupid government.

[@Firestorm637]

I let my motorcycle expire license before I moved to Hawaii. Took the MSF with my 16 year old son. The MSF course counts for the DMV part of the licenses.!! You Plus you insurance will give your discount

[@GitarPicker]

Yeah I took mine on a CRF250L and passed it the first try 100%. there was a guy who nearly dumped over a big Harley road King with flames on the front fairing, and did not pass. There was also about an 80-year-old guy on a Harley trike 😂

[@patrickworkman1014]

I just recently as of yesterday failed the motorcycle safety class a two day class. Coming into it, I had no prior experience with riding motorcycles. I told my instructors that this my first time ever and had no experience. They were very understanding and professional. At the end of my day I went up to get my evaluation and honestly told them I felt that I did terrible at the end for that final speed test changing from first to second gear letting go of the clutch to early and throttle. Am I the only one who failed the MS class, going into I have zero riding experience there was no guarantee a first timer would pass that class.

[@jacks1bonnielass]

I know this comment is a year old, but dude I didn’t start out on a manual. I mean I used to ride an ATV that was a manual, but I didn’t like it and wasn’t good at it. By now I’m sure you’ve already passed the course, but always starting out on a CVT or DCT. With a DCT, it has a clutch AND auto, like on the Honda NC750X, which is an awesome bike! I’ve got a Honda ADV150, fully auto and I ride it all over my neighborhood & have traffic cones that I use in parking lots to practice in. Sometimes it’s best for some pretty us to start out on scooter engines with full auto, then swap over to a DCT to learn how to use a clutch, then we can use any 6-speed wet clutch on the market ;)

[@patrickworkman1014]

@@jacks1bonnielass I never retook the class. I know they said that I have sixty days to get on standby to retake the test and I never did. Still don’t have my a license for anything like car or motorcycle. I came to that class with no experience, should have practice a lot.

[@tdog1461]

I’m pretty sure I can ride better than 90% of most people. I can wheely all day long. Do stoppees. Jump jumps but I failed the test twice on my ZX6r because I would lock the bars out around the turns and either put my foot down or ride out of the line. Better off taking this guys advice or just rent a small motorcycle or a scooter over 50cc to take the test. Something easier to ride than a sport bike. I easily passed the test on a dual sport.

[@fisttaface]

Take the MSF course. I took my course thru the harley davidson dealership, i passed and the only thing i had to do at the DMV was a 20 or 25 question test which was soooooo easy.

[@colinp.4638]

Suggestion: do a video on all the tests with tips for each one

[@Roadsurfer2k11]

My dmv actually has a painted circle 8s course but it sucked cause touching line was auto fail. Take the rider course. I actually failed the rider course first time Haha. My advice, get a 250 and use it at the course, practice, and DON'T get a waiting list during winter time. I failed cause that cheap old Honda rebel they give kept dying in 30 degree December morning at 6:30 am start. They failed me on a 22 score and we needed 20 cause motor would die out and I'd have to touch ground. Practiced on my ninja 250, rode it at 2nd rider course and tore it up perfect 100%. We had to ride over 2x4s and actually make skid marks on that swerve and brake maneuver. Only shtty thing is I had to pay $220 msf fee first time and another $250 second time cause I waited more than 6 weeks to retake back in 2009. I chose to buy a bike and practice using permit, which I highly suggest. I went to parks, empty school grounds, and undeveloped housing communities for street practice. A HD rider was with is in class, he rode 30 years on just permit. He couldn't pass dmv test with his heavy bike. One other thing.. your dmv tests questions are online. Just Google, theres a very good site with both cycle and auto practice tests. I had to retake both again to get the new California DL last July.

[@TheDrWafers]

I had to take mine on my R6. I took it the first time a month after buying my bike, I wanted to to see what was in store for me. And if I passed then I guess I just got lucky. I went back two months later, after practicing daily and passed. I should still take the msf course. I keep putting it off.

[@CycleCruza]

Cool! MSfF class will teach you how to survive these streets! Best of luck!

[@foxtrotthree569]

I just took my DMV skills test today and failed. I’ve been riding for six months, bought a 2021 Kawasaki Vulcan 900 classic. I don’t recommend anyone take the test on that size bike after having done it today. That skills test is made for smaller bikes imo but they should have a test that could be used by any size bike. I wasted my time and the government is going to keep setting people up to fail. Don’t waste your time, use a small bike on the test if you don’t take the MSF course.

[@skatman3872]

I took mine on a Yamaha endure 185 .Much easier

[@AdoreYouInAshXI]

5:37 that was a smooth video cut lol. Did you get one of their numbers?

[@eugenelove874]

Great Video ☺️!!

[@SGK23TV]

MSF in Vegas only had one cruiser. The rest/all were 1983 Suzuki 250’s. 120 degrees in Vegas. & the instructors were. Ummmhh. Showing favoritism & talking politics & talking to a grown man ( me) like I was a child. They were not teaching they were drill Sargents 😆. Obviously that didn’t fly with me specially w/17 years of experience & trying to educate them on 2000-2020 bikes ( slipper clutch,abs, Kill switch- 😆) They were on one side. Only 1983 bikes ( no mirrors but we had to do the lane switch & check your mirrors before turning). I was like, huh? Come again? Total trash.

[@nephilymbass1]

The real hack to passing the riding test is the bike itself. I have a bunch of buddies and coworkers that ride Harley’s and Indians who took their riding test on a Honda grom lol

[@ryanr4181]

I’m taking my test Wednesday on my 2021 street glide and I’m more then 💯 I’ll weave them cones and figure 8 like I’m on a bicycle. I can do a uturn in a single lane without crossing the line with my wife on the back I just wanted to check a couple videos out to see what’s involved

[@ctpierce181]

They have classifications of CCs so if you want to ride a Harley you cant show up with a 250 .

[@mose717]

Do you often stop in front of random houses and stand in the street talking to yourself?

[@bwxmoto]

I passed my first time.. Was pretty easy on my TW200

[@rickyrichreacts9667]

*Wait so if you take motorcycle lessons and pass that you don't have to take a written test? I hope I don't have to because I hate tests with a passion lol. I live in CA if that makes a difference?*

[@lbonvillain-wm4ds]

Take the MSF class! Little does he know Harley charges a whopping $300 for their course.

[@crosscountrycruisHer]

Just take the MSF class, your life is worth the $, they teach you safety and how to escape f'd up situations. 😄👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼💃🏽🏍

[@brianmccann666]

😆 show up for the Test on a Minibike. 😆

[@gwatts2745]

So if you want to ride a Harley, you have to buy a dirt bike to take the skills test. Got it!

[@sportbikesadventures2354]

I did practice a in a parking lot all the exercises and I passed the test on first attempt. BTW I went on my zx10r and I agree practice in a parking all the exercises will get you passing the test

[@coilstreeservice9398]

I don’t think you can just take the test here in Texas I believe the class is a requirement

[@evilinc4991]

I took the msf class but they had 125cc cruisers I did my in 3 days It was ez as pie it was $250 in Colorado in a parking lot I liked the class I also took the advanced class but if you come calm you will pass every time

[@Ahriman_II]

Cone weave, tight right turn to tight u turn, quick stop, swerve and stop. I know because I did it this morning. 16 hours over 2 days for a 3 minute test. Easy peezy

[@beatsbybrandon902]

I just bought an R6 but I don't have my license yet, where I live you can ride without a licence as long as you're with someone that has their full motorcycle license. Is the test doable with an R6 as a complete beginner? I have no prior riding experience but I feel like I'm doing pretty good just by watching KZbin videos. MSF course cost about $600 here and they don't give you your license afterwards (they used to a few months ago) so I'm learning by experience. I know I can pass the written test easily but I'm kinda worried about the road test.. Especially considering there's a month wait time right now

[@Ducati_Dude]

BrandonRL ---> If you feel comfortable/confident on the R6, there's no reason why you shouldn't use it for your test...

[@ozra1723]

I actually just got my a1 license today lol (EU), it took a while bit definetly worth it before the summer :p

[@DanwilsonArchive]

Nice man I got mine 2 days ago its awesome isn't it!

[@williambryant2055]

Shame they don’t provide turbo busas at the MSF class

[@ladbefire2675]

6:40 mans got a whole crib u could hook a gaming set up in there XD

[@michaelstatia4493]

Take the msf course. Then you dont gotta wait a month or two after you take your written exam for the license

[@infantlightgaming4475]

You should be able to pass the test on your own bike

[@CycleCruza]

You do for the DMV sKills test, the MSF class is where they have a bike for you to ride.