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ARC
Advanced Rider Course
ARC in the Summer of 2011
ARC,
the Advanced Rider Course, is the public version of the
military sport bike course. It is the “best” Motorcycle
Safety Foundation course out there for riders of all
types of motorcycles to take on their own motorcycle.
The classroom is a small group discussion format. This
is an interactive classroom. There is a Knowledge Test
in the classroom. Any street motorcycle can be used.
No loan motorcycles will be available for this course.
If you can’t do the exercises on the bike you ride on
the street, maybe you should not be riding it on the
street. The challenge level is higher in this course.
This course is not for someone who just completed a
beginning rider course. It is designed for a street
rider who wants to improve their skill level. A cycle
endorsement is required.
Why
is this course only $25.00? Because it is supported by
a federal grant in 2011, for the Detroit area. The
motorcycle fatalities in southeast Michigan are the
highest in the state.
The
speeds and techniques used in the course require a full
size range. The 1st range exercise is Basic
Control.
The objectives are to practice basic control,
improve control using low speed techniques, and warm the
tires. Next is Quick Stops. The objective here is to
improve quick stops, practice stops, and evasion
techniques. Next is a stopping demonstration to show
the effects of speed, and the effects of intersections.
Next is Curve Adjustments. This is a fun exercise using
two upper body positions, adjusting speed and path in a
curve. Next is Cornering & Swerving with the goal of
using a different body position in cornering, and a
different body position in swerving. Then the next
exercise is Multiple Curves, which aims to improve
skills in curves. Next is Decreasing Radius Curves,
where a rider must corner skillfully and come to a
judgment quick stop. The last range exercise is called
Gap Analysis & Safety Margins. The riders must change
riding paths and intermix in a traffic scenario. There
is a riding circuit skills test in the Detroit area.
These classes will only be offered in Warren, at Macomb
Community College, 586 498-4000, or at the Schoolcraft
College Public Safety Center in Livonia , 734 462-4452;
www.schoolcraft.edu/cepd/motorcycle . The class is
FUN and the skills covered are skills that can make a
difference in survival on a motorcycle.
Vince
Consiglio, President of ABATE, Detroit-Metro Regional
Coordinator
Advanced Rider Course-ARC
Q & A
What is
the Advanced Rider Course?
It is
the public version of the Military Sport Bike Rider
Course.
Why was
it developed?
A high
number of military fatalities were recorded by service
men riding sport bikes in the states.
What is
the overall aim of the ARC?
The
overall aim is to provide rider development in the areas
of risk management, decision-making, riding strategies,
and rider behavior and choices.
Can any
bike be used in the ARC?
For the
ARC any bike may be used. Coaching on the range will be
tailored to each rider for their specific motorcycle.
What are
the range exercises for the ARC?
There
are eight: Basic Control, Quick Stops, Stopping
Demonstration, Curve Adjustments, Cornering and
Swerving, Multiple Curves, Decreasing Radius Curves, Gap
Analysis and Safety Margins.
Where
will it be held in Michigan in 2011? The course will be
held in Warren, Livonia, and maybe Milford. Because of
the design of the course and the higher speeds, a full
size range must be used. The parking lot used for the
range must have a good traction surface.
Does a
rider use their own bike?
Yes. No
loan bikes will be supplied in Michigan.
Does the
bike need to be a sport bike?
No. All
kinds and sizes can be used. The student motorcycles
will be safety inspected before the riding begins.
What
system is used to inspect the motorcycles?
T-CLOCS=
Tires and Wheels, Controls, Light, Oil, chassis, Stands.
Is a
cycle endorsement required?
Yes.
Each rider must provide their motorcycle, cycle
endorsement, insurance, and must be experienced with
their motorcycle.
How much
does it cost?
The cost
of the course is $25.00.
Are
passenger allowed?
No.
Why
should anyone take this class?
It’s
FUN, and it helps improve your riding skill and
judgment.
Is the
classroom boring?
The
classroom size is limited to 12. This is done to keep
the interaction at a maximum level.
Why is
it offered only in southeast Michigan?
2011 is
the 1st year this course will be offered in
Michigan. All coaches are required to attend a 3 day
update on teaching the Advanced Rider Course. Coach
materials are $100.00.
What
happened to the Experienced Rider Course?
The
Advanced Rider Course was superior to the ERC in the
classroom, riding, and skill testing.
How do I
register?
Good
Question. A limited amount of scheduled classes are
available. The Macomb Community College schedule is
out, and registration is available. Schoolcraft
College’s schedule will be posted on their web site
2/1/2011.
www.macomb.edu/cce
www.schoolcraft.edu/ces/motorcycle.asp
ARC NEWS
Advanced
Rider Course (ARC)
The ARC offered at Schoolcraft College
and Macomb Community College will hold classes this fall
for $25.00.
Macomb: August 28 (586)
498-4000
Schoolcraft College: August 20; 28;
September 11; 18; 25 (734) 462-4452
This is a 1 day class designed to have
the rider evaluate their riding skills, and improve
their mental and physical skills. Range exercises are
designed for experienced riders using their own
motorcycles. Take advantage of this opportunity to
improve your skill.
 
A.B.A.T.E. Of
Michigan Inc.
P.O. Box 99
Constantine, Mi 49042 |
