SOS - How to Become a Motorcycle Training Instructor

Skip Navigation

Michigan.gov Home


>	Your Michigan Driver's License

>	State Identification Card

>	Driver Education

>	Driving Skills Testing

>	Losing Your Privilege to Drive

>	Michigan Motorcycle Safety Program

	Training, Testing and Licensing

	Laws and Regulations

	Safety Information

	Frequently Asked Questions

	How to Become a Motorcycle Training Instructor


>	Medical Alert/Patient Advocate

>	Publications and Forms

Printer Friendly Text Only Version

Text Version

Share this link:

How to Become a Motorcycle Training Instructor (RiderCoach)

If you are an experienced rider with good riding and communication skills, you may qualify to become a Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) certified RiderCoach. Becoming a MSF RiderCoach is a great way to improve your own abilities while helping others to learn or enhance their riding skills.

To become a MSF certified RiderCoach you must, at a minimum:

Be 18 years of age or older.

Have a valid driver's license with a motorcycle (CY) endorsement.

Have no more than six points on your driving record for moving violations during the 12 months before applying for approval as a RiderCoach.

Be sponsored by a Michigan Department of State approved public or private organization that offers rider safety training courses.

Successfully complete a RiderCoach Preparation Course.


	Motorcycle Quick Links
•	Motorcycle Operator Manual
•	Frequently Asked Questions
•	Get Your Cycle (CY) Endorsement Brochure
•	Public and Private Training Sites
•	Rider Skills Testing Organizations
•	Motorcycle Safety Foundation
•	Temporary Instruction Permit
•	Knowledge Test
•	Driver's License Fees
•	Branch Office Locator