Start Your Ride
With Real Skills
Every confident rider starts with training. CMSP courses help you build control, awareness, and road-ready skills before you take on California traffic. Whether you are new to riding or returning after time away, you will learn the techniques that make every ride smoother, safer, and more enjoyable.
Build skill. Build confidence. Then ride.
Learn the Skills That Make Riding Better
Pick the training that fits your ride.
From multi-day courses to one-day intensives, CMSP programs are built to meet riders where they are. Each option focuses on practical skills you will use on real roads, guided practice on the range, and a clear path toward your motorcycle endorsement with a DMV test waiver.
Show up ready to learn. Leave with skills you can use the moment the road opens up.
Training Courses
What training course is right for me?
Time to prove you’re road-ready. Whether a new or seasoned rider, this is where you build the confidence and control that actually matter on the street. Go all-in with the multi-day course or hit the one-day intensive; both deliver real skills, a DMV test waiver, and smarter riding from the jump.
Under 21 & Beginner Riders
CMSP Motorcyclist Training Course (MTC) is designed for the novice rider with no (or limited) street riding experience. This course includes both classroom and on-cycle instruction.
Experienced Riders & Additional Training
CMSP 1-Day Premier Course Gives riders age 21 and older, who already possess basic motorcycle knowledge and riding skills but are not licensed, the opportunity to achieve intermediate level skills and the DMV skills test waiver in one day. Successful completion of an entry skills exam is required to take this course.
Training Locations
Find a local training center near you
With over 100 CMSP locations across California, it’s easy to start building your skills close to home. More than 1.5 million riders have trained with us: search by zip code, choose your distance, and find the course that fits your ride.
Helmet
Full-face or 3/4 DOT-compliant helmets are preferred. Half helmets are prohibited. Personal helmets are subject to inspection for DOT-compliance and to make sure that they are in good working condition.
eye protection
Face shields on helmets, goggles or some form of sun/eyeglasses. They may be tinted or clear. Ordinary prescription glasses may be worn.
gloves
Must be full finger and cannot be open on the back of the hand. They must be street-motorcycle specific and/or durable leather. Mechanics gloves, batting gloves, Mom’s dishwashing gloves and surgeon’s gloves are NOT acceptable.
Pants
You must wear long, durable riding pants. No exceptions. Denim, textile, or leather jeans are preferred. All pants must have no holes and must cover the ankles while seated on the motorcycle, not just while standing. Spandex or cotton leggings are not acceptable.
Shoes/boots
Athletic or hiking shoes should offer reinforced ankle support, with boots being the preferred choice. Look for footwear with a solid rubber sole, and avoid heels taller than those on a typical work boot. Thin fabric shoes like Converse All Stars or dress shoes DO NOT meet these requirements.
Jacket
Durable leather or textile jacket (armored, motorcycle-specific is preferred) or a long sleeve shirt that covers the wrist is acceptable. (Shirts alone will barely protect you in an accident!) A motorcycle riding jacket is required for the 1-Day Premier Course.
