Learn How to Ride a Motorcycle in Ohio

From Tony Paco’s to OSU or Cinci, riding across The Buckeye State is a fun and thrilling way to get around. However, you have to avoid accidents by learning how to ride a motorcycle. Enroll at a motorcycle driving school to get professional training.

The following motorcycle riding schools operate in Ohio:

A.D Farrow Co.  Harley-Davidson (http://www.adfarrow.com/)

A.D Farrow Co. is America’s Oldest Harley dealer that offers motorcycle training courses to new and experienced riders. It has three locations – Downtown Columbus, Sunbury and Pataskala. The New Rider Course is for novice riders who want to learn how to ride a motorcycle while the Skilled Rider program is for experienced riders who wants to enhance their skills. Both courses are taught by Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s certified riders. For more information, call 614-228-6353, 740-965-9900 or 740-964-2205. You can sign up for a newsletter at marketing@adfarrow.com.

Adventure Harley-Davidson (http://www.adventureharley.com/riding-classes)

According to their official website, life starts at the edge. The Adventure Harley-Davidson in Ohio offer motorcycle training courses for new and experienced riders. Both courses are approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation to provide hands-on instruction and real-road experience that can teach riders have the skills they need to get the most out of riding. To register to a course, call and ask for the Rider’s Edge coordinator at (330) 364-6519 or send an email on ridersedge@hmhd.com.

C & A Harley-Davidson (http://www.ca-hd.com/)

C & A Harley-Davidson in Plain City, Ohio is a family owned and operated motorcycle dealer since 1987. They also offer motorcycle training courses for both skilled and novice riders. They follow the curriculum approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. Their goal is to help new riders learn how to ride a motorcycle with confidence and to enhance the skills of experienced riders. For more information, call 614- 764-2453, fax 614-873-1307 or email on info@ca-hd.com.

Freedom Harley-Davidson (http://www.freedomharley.com/)

If you want to learn how to ride, the Freedom Harley-Davidson in North Canton, Ohio offers motorcycle education through Rider’s Edge. Rider’s Edge is the Harley-Davidson Academy of Motorcycling that offers motorcycling courses to both novice and expert riders and gave them proper skills and instructions to conquer the open road. For registration and course schedule, please call (330) 494-2453 or fax (330) 305-6575.

Lake Erie Harley-Davidson (http://www.lakeerieharley.com/)

The Lake Erie Harley-Davidson in Avon, Ohio offers New Rider courses for motorcyclists who want to learn how to ride. According to their official website, Lake Erie Harley-Davidson, their New Rider Course provides every rider with 25 hours of expert guidance from Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) and H-D Certified instructors. To register or schedule a class, please call (440) 934-5000 or fax (440) 934-5001.

Motorcycle Safety Foundation Campus (http://www.msf-campus.org/)

The Motorcycle Safety Foundation Campuses are dedicated to expanding rider education as well as motorcycle safety opportunities. They have different campuses all over the state which offer Basic Rider Course that helps new riders earn their license waiver, helps youngsters learn how to safely operate ATVs and help families enter  the exciting world of off-highway motorcycling. At the MSF campuses you will find new curriculum products offered first in an area near you. For more information about the course, visit http://www.msf-campus.org/Links.aspx and to enroll see http://www.msf-campus.org/Enroll.aspx.

PDS Driving School (http://www.pdsdrivingschool.com/)

According to their official website, the PDS Driving School in Dayton, Ohio is committed to reducing teen driver crash rates through dedicated and responsible education.  They offer Basic Rider Course using the proven curriculum of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. All PDS behind the wheel instructors are current or retired police officers who teach students crash avoidance, anti-lock braking exercises and proactive driving techniques. For class schedules, visit http://www.pdsdrivingschool.com/schedules.html or call (937) 439-4130.

Renegade Motors Motorcycle and Scooter Training Center (http://renegademotors.com/training-school/)

Renegade Motors in conjunction with Motorcycle Ohio and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation provides every rider the opportunity to train to ride while earning their State of Ohio Motorcycle Endorsement. They are a local dealer of Hyosung, Moto Guzzi, Royal Enfield and Vespa but they also offer motorcycle classes for customers who are currently without a motorcycle license. For questions, please call 419-841-5496.

State 8 Rider Education Center (http://www.state8ridercourse.com/)

State 8 Rider Education center offers a wide range of rider education suitable for all skill levels. According to their official website, they are dedicated to providing the highest quality rider education with a focus on SAFETY and an emphasis on FUN. They are located near Akron, Canton, Cleveland and Youngstown. For questions or comments regarding their rider education program, contact them at (330) 929-8123, fax (330) 929-8310 or email susanr@state8.com.

Toledo Harley-Davidson (http://www.toledohd.com/default.asp?page=learn-to-ride)

The Harley-Davidson dealers in Toledo offers motorcycle training courses through Rider’s Edge. It is the Academy of Motorcycling by Harley-Davidson that teaches both novice and skilled riders how to ride safely and with confidence.  They offer courses approved by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation and was taught by RiderCoaches certified by the MSF. For class schedules and registration, contact 419-843-7892 or fax 419-843-7927.

Tri-County Harley-Davidson (http://www.tri-countyharleydavidson.com/miscpage_007.asp)

Whether you are a seasoned veteran looking to sharpen your skills or have never ridden before, the Rider’s Edge of Tri-County Harley-Davidson can help you conquer the open road. According to their official website, their New Rider Course combines the proven curriculum of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation with the passion of Harley-Davidson. All their instructors are dedicated enthusiasts who are certified by the MSF and have received additional training from Harley-Davidson. For more information contact (531) 874-43343, fax (513) 874-0145 or visit ridersedge@tri-countyharleydavidson.com.