North Texas Motorcycle Safety Course

What to ask a motorcycle training school

• Do you provide the motorcycle and helmet for the course, or do I bring my own? Many beginner courses supply a small bike; most expect your own gloves, boots over the ankle, and a long-sleeved jacket.
• Does finishing the course count toward my motorcycle endorsement, and what paperwork do I take to the licensing office afterward? The rules differ by state, so ask the school rather than a forum.
• How big are the classes, and how many coaches are on the range? Fewer riders per coach means more time riding and less time waiting.
• What happens if it rains, or if I do not pass the riding part? Ask about rescheduling and retake fees before you pay.
• Do you run courses beyond the beginner class, such as an experienced rider or advanced skills course? A refresher after a long break is worth the day.

Worth the ride from McKinney, TX

• Hutchins BBQ

  Food

  McKinney's well-known Texas barbecue spot with brisket and all-you-can-eat sides, open daily until 9.

• Cup and Canter Coffee House

  Coffee

  Cozy coffee house in downtown Farmersville, at the far end of the Lavon Lake backroads.

• Filtered Coffee

  Coffee

  A short hop east from Frisco, and the place to gather before pointing north to Lavon or Ray Roberts country.

All 12 places worth the ride near McKinney, TX →

Riding here?

Make North Texas Motorcycle Safety Course a stop on your next ride. Find a route that passes by, schedule a group ride with it as the stop, or see how 2 Wheels in Common works for riders.

New to riding? See how to get your motorcycle license, step by step, with links to the official rules.