Northern NY Driving Academy
Due to an approaching retirement date the in-car driving lessons will be dis-continued until further notice. Another driving school is currently in the DMV application and training process and should be up and running by spring of 2024.
I will provide a link to their services after that happens. 5 Hour Pre-license classes on zoom have ended for 2023 and may be continued in the future.
CLICK HERE for your other options.
Basic RiderCourse (BRC) 2024 Class Schedule is open
Is an introductory course intended for a new rider with little or no experience (although some veteran riders have found that they learned more than expected). Motorcycles are provided for on-cycle training. Pre-approved participants are welcome to use their own street legal motorcycle/scooters (250cc or under) during the course. Graduates completing an included ecourse on-line module, passing a riding evaluation receive a NY DMV road test waiver .
You must be 17 years old and have a valid driver's license.
Many Manufacturers offer RiderCourse Incentives.
The Basic RiderCourse2-LW (BRC2 LW)
Is intended for riders with a minimum of 1 year and 1000 miles riding experience. Students use their own street legal motorcycle/scooter. Graduates completing an on-line module and a riding evaluation receive a NY DMV road test waiver .
Other Motorcycle Courses
Classroom / Range Location:
130 Arizona Ave. NE Corner of
Arizona Ave. & Connecticut Ave.
Plattsburgh, NY 12962
Successful completion of an MSF Safety Course can lower motorcycle insurance rates and provide
additional discounts at select retailers. Be sure to keep your course completion card handy to provide as
proof of completion. Here are a list of some of benefits offered:
Basic RiderCourse 2 Skills Practice (BRC2sp)
Prerequisites: A valid motorcycle permit, license, or endorsement. Riders must provide their own street-legal and safe motorcycle.
A one-day course for riders with basic skills, this class provides more in-depth riding techniques and procedures than practiced in the BRC. The course consists of activities that emphasize personal risk management and self-assessment strategies, and on-cycle excercises with emphasis in cornering, braking and swerving.
Basic RiderCourse 3 Wheel
The best way to learn how to ride a 3-wheel motorcycle, with 8 hrs. of hands-on drills and 8 hrs. of Classroom.
Designed for riders of 3-wheel motorcycles, whether the two wheels are in the back or the front. Successful completion of this course, consisting of eight hours of classroom activities and eight hours of on-cycle riding exercises, plus knowledge and skill tests, may waive the license test in your state. The course may also earn you an insurance discount. can bring your own 3-wheel motorcycle or ride a new spider supplied by BRP. Sign up and join in on the fun!
MSF Motorcycle Safety Classes
