Minnesota Motorcycle Safety Center (Brooklyn Park)

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 Minneapolis, MN

• Matt's Bar

  Food

  The Jucy Lucy is credited to this South Minneapolis bar, which has been serving since 1954.

• Stone Arch Bridge

  Viewpoint

  Walk out on an old railroad bridge over the Mississippi at St.

• Spyhouse Coffee

  Coffee

  Minneapolis-founded specialty coffee roaster.

All 3 places worth the ride near Minneapolis, MN →

Riding here?

Make Minnesota Motorcycle Safety Center (Brooklyn Park) 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.