Basic Riding Courses in Denver, CO

Total Control BRC®

2 day licensing course

Learning to ride a motorcycle properly on the public road is a complex thing. Small detailed changes to how you think, how you operate the bike and even where you put yourself on the road can make huge differences to the enjoyment of your riding, as well as your safety. Our most popular motorcycle course is our Total Control Beginner Riding Clinic®, certified by the Colorado State Patrol Motorcycle Safety Training. This course is aimed at individuals with little or no riding experience. We pride ourselves in the quality of our instructors and training methods. Knowing what to say to a new rider to help them progress isn't something you learn without experience, a commitment to doing it right and a solid work ethic. With over 150 years of combined experience, we offer the best motorcycle training in the state of Colorado. Most of our instructors have been riding for 30+ years and all take motorcycle safety to heart. Your training will include classroom and on-cycle instruction for a total of 15+ hours. At the end of each section, students will take both a written and skills test. The successful completion of this class (passing both written and skills test) enables riders to receive a Colorado Motorcycle Operator Safety Training Completion Card which is a waiver of further testing at the Colorado DOR when they go to add the 2-wheel motorcycle endorsement to their Colorado Driver's License.

All students MUST bring to the range:

  • DOT-compliant helmet (Iron Buffalo provides helmets at all its sites. However, students are encouraged to bring their own if they own a DOT-compliant helmet)
  • Eye protection (eyeglasses, sunglasses, face shield, or goggles)
  • Sturdy over-the-ankle footwear that provides ankle support and protection from heat and moving parts. Most work type boots and hiking boots work well, but canvas high-tops or slip-on-boots with elastic (only) ankle covering ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE
  • Full-fingered leather gloves with a sturdy palm of leather or leather like material
  • Long sleeve shirt or jacket recommended
  • Long STURDY denim pants or jeans with NO holes or tears that allow any skin to be exposed
  • Rain gear if necessary (class will continue during rain)
  • Sun block, as needed
  • Snacks and lunch, and non-alcoholic beverages

Course fee

$385*

* A minimum of 4 registered students are required to conduct a class.

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IMPORTANT: Do not enroll in this class if you are not able to balance and comfortably ride a two-wheeled bicycle.

Terms and Conditions

Students must:

  • Provide proper riding gear
  • Be on time. Students arriving late to any portion of the class will not be allowed to participate and will not be refunded or rescheduled
  • Students (teens or out of state) who do not hold a Colorado driver’s license or ID must obtain a Pre-Registration code (PR Code) from the Colorado DMV located here. For information on registration for a PR Code, please follow these steps. Once the student has registered for a PR Code, enter this code in the drivers license box on the registration form. Note: If a parent is registering a teen, they must use the teen’s information, not the parent's.

Cancellation/Refunds/Transfers Policy

  • To cancel and receive a refund or transfer, students must notify Iron Buffalo at least 7 business days before the start of the class
  • If class is cancelled by Iron Buffalo, a full refund will be issued or the class will be rescheduled (classes are held rain or shine)

Refunds/Transfers are not allowed if a student

  • Cancels less than 7 business days prior to class
  • Fails to attend the scheduled class
  • Arrives late to any portion of the class or practice and is not allowed to participate
  • Is dismissed by the instructor

"The Total Control class was amazing! I was not new to riding when I took the class, and I still would highly recommend this class to everyone and anyone! The training and knowledge you get to take with you will forever help you in continuing to learn and ride safe. This course taught me so much more than I could have ever expected and I will always be beyond thankful! I can not say enough good things about the two instructors I had, Bob and Doug..."
― Mindy VanOtterloo
"Doug and Chadwick are the best instructors I ve ever had in any form of training let alone motorcycles they helped me along the way very patient and super helpful I would recommend this to anyone who wants to learn I bought a bike from sun honda and they highly recommended this place for good reason I can t wait to learn more from them in next level of training"
― Hammer Of Juan
"I took the intermediate class hoping to better handle the new 800 plus pound motorcycle I recently purchased. Instructors ( Peter & Tana ) we re great ,not a job they really love teaching.The class is a little book and video but mostly hands on riding. The instructors will give you information about what you are not doing correctly as well as kudos as you improve..."
― Michael Westin
"My daughter (18) and I (43) took the class together, and it was fun and informative for both of us. We both went in with zero skills / experience and came out with a motorcycle endorsement, and a solid understanding of how to be safe and responsible on the road. I can't say enough good things about our instructors, Tana & Jiri..."
― Elizabeth Bierbach
"If you're looking at this review to help decide which endorsement company to go through....Iron Buffalo is the one !!!!!! The pace of the class is perfect for beginners!! My instructor Chadwick was awesome- I can't recommend him enough. The passion and dedication him and the other Instructors displayed was genuine and it made the class that much more enjoyable! ***Happy Riding ! "
― Felicia Lopez
"This place was wonderful. Accommodating, informative and they want to see you succeed. Thank you guys, the trainers were amazing and patient. I was a beginner and had never ridden and they gave me the guidance and help I needed. Bob, Chadwick, Peter and Cooper, a big thank you! - "S-P-E-E-D""
― Corey Davis
"Training was excellent! Both Chadwick and Doug presented the material in an accessible and informative way, and we had a lot of fun at the same time! I would strongly recommend the Beginner Riding Clinic to anyone that wants to learn about motorcycles and be safe on the road. We can't wait to come back for the Intermediate courses..."
― Ricardo DaSilva

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