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Riding Academy

Great Riders Aren't Born. They're Made.

Call for More Information: (502) 631-0517

Riding Academy office hours

Monday-Friday

8:00AM - 5:00PM

Learn To Ride - Or Ride Better - The Harley-Davidson® Way.

Please click the class header below to enroll in a Riding Academy class offered by Bluegrass Harley-Davidson®. Once you're enrolled, you will be reconnected to Harley-Davidson® to continue your journey. We look forward to riding with you!

New Rider Courses

Never ridden before? Don't sweat it. Take a New Rider Course and get comfortable on a bike and learn the skills you need to ride with confidence.

What to Expect

When you take a New Rider Course at the Riding Academy you'll:

  • Learn to ride on a genuine Harley-Davidson® motorcycle.
  • Get in-class and on-range instruction from Motorcycle Safety Foundation® (MSF) and H-D® Certified Coaches.
  • Learn to safely accelerate, shift, brake, and turn, along with maneuvers like controlling skids and surmounting obstacles.
  • Earn an MSF Basic RiderCourseSM Completion Card, which will exempt you from the riding portion of your license exam (KY & IN) and score you a discount on motorcycle insurance.
  • You will need the following: A valid automobile driver's license or learner's permit, the ability to ride a bicycle
  • Cost: $150
NEW RIDER COURSES

Skilled Rider Course – Skills Practice

Created for experienced riders, this 5-hour course offers advanced tips and techniques that help you own the road.

What to Expect

When you take the Intermediate Rider Licensing Course at the Riding Academy:

  • It Is designed for riders with a few thousand miles of experience
  • Students use their own motorcycles, all brands are welcome
  • The course focuses on improving these skills: Control at low speeds, Risk management, Limited space maneuvers, Cornering judgment, Swerving and stopping quickly on straights and in curves, Multiple curve maneuvers and surmounting objects
  • You will need the following: A street ready motorcycle, motorcycle endorsement, permit or license, and proof of valid motorcycle insurance
  • Cost: $99
Skilled Rider Course – Skills Practice

3-Wheel Rider Course

The three-wheel, new rider course is a 3-wheel motorcycle training course taught by MSF and Harley-Davidson Riding Academy certified coaches.

What to Expect

At the 3-Wheel Rider Course at the Riding Academy:

  • Students use their own three-wheeled motorcycles, all brands are welcome
  • Get in-class and on-range instruction from Motorcycle Safety Foundation® (MSF) and H-D® Certified Coaches.
  • Learn to safely accelerate, shift, brake, and turn, along with maneuvers like controlling skids and surmounting obstacles.
  • Earn an MSF Basic RiderCourseSM Completion Card, which will exempt you from the riding portion of your license exam (KY & IN) and score you a discount on motorcycle insurance
  • You will need the following: A street ready three-wheeled motorcycle, valid driver's license or learner's permit, and proof of valid motorcycle insurance.
  • Cost: $150
3-WHEEL RIDER COURSES

 

Q: Do I need any special gear?


A: You'll need to bring the following:

  • A heavy, long-sleeve shirt or jacket
  • Jeans, chaps, or leather pants
  • Over-the-ankle, sturdy footwear
  • Full-fingered gloves
  • A helmet that meets DOT requirements
  • Eyewear
 
Please note that only three-quarter or full face helmets are permitted for the class.
Half helmets are not allowed!