Basic Riding Courses in Denver, CO

Total Control BRC®

2 day licensing course

Learning to ride a motorcycle properly on the public road is a complex thing. Small detailed changes to how you think, how you operate the bike and even where you put yourself on the road can make huge differences to the enjoyment of your riding, as well as your safety. Our most popular motorcycle course is our Total Control Beginner Riding Clinic®, certified by the Colorado State Patrol Motorcycle Safety Training. This course is aimed at individuals with little or no riding experience. We pride ourselves in the quality of our instructors and training methods. Knowing what to say to a new rider to help them progress isn't something you learn without experience, a commitment to doing it right and a solid work ethic. With over 150 years of combined experience, we offer the best motorcycle training in the state of Colorado. Most of our instructors have been riding for 30+ years and all take motorcycle safety to heart. Your training will include classroom and on-cycle instruction for a total of 15+ hours. At the end of each section, students will take both a written and skills test. The successful completion of this class (passing both written and skills test) enables riders to receive a Colorado Motorcycle Operator Safety Training Completion Card which is a waiver of further testing at the Colorado DOR when they go to add the 2-wheel motorcycle endorsement to their Colorado Driver's License.

All students MUST bring to the range:

  • DOT-compliant helmet (Iron Buffalo provides helmets at all its sites. However, students are encouraged to bring their own if they own a DOT-compliant helmet)
  • Eye protection (eyeglasses, sunglasses, face shield, or goggles)
  • Sturdy over-the-ankle footwear that provides ankle support and protection from heat and moving parts. Most work type boots and hiking boots work well, but canvas high-tops or slip-on-boots with elastic (only) ankle covering ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE
  • Full-fingered leather gloves with a sturdy palm of leather or leather like material
  • Long sleeve shirt or jacket recommended
  • Long STURDY denim pants or jeans with NO holes or tears that allow any skin to be exposed
  • Rain gear if necessary (class will continue during rain)
  • Sun block, as needed
  • Snacks and lunch, and non-alcoholic beverages

Course fee

$385*

* A minimum of 4 registered students are required to conduct a class.

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IMPORTANT: Do not enroll in this class if you are not able to balance and comfortably ride a two-wheeled bicycle.

Terms and Conditions

Students must:

  • Provide proper riding gear
  • Be on time. Students arriving late to any portion of the class will not be allowed to participate and will not be refunded or rescheduled
  • Students (teens or out of state) who do not hold a Colorado driver’s license or ID must obtain a Pre-Registration code (PR Code) from the Colorado DMV located here. For information on registration for a PR Code, please follow these steps. Once the student has registered for a PR Code, enter this code in the drivers license box on the registration form. Note: If a parent is registering a teen, they must use the teen’s information, not the parent's.

Cancellation/Refunds/Transfers Policy

  • To cancel and receive a refund or transfer, students must notify Iron Buffalo at least 7 business days before the start of the class
  • If class is cancelled by Iron Buffalo, a full refund will be issued or the class will be rescheduled (classes are held rain or shine)

Refunds/Transfers are not allowed if a student

  • Cancels less than 7 business days prior to class
  • Fails to attend the scheduled class
  • Arrives late to any portion of the class or practice and is not allowed to participate
  • Is dismissed by the instructor

"Doug and Chadwick are the best instructors I ve ever had in any form of training let alone motorcycles they helped me along the way very patient and super helpful I would recommend this to anyone who wants to learn I bought a bike from sun honda and they highly recommended this place for good reason I can t wait to learn more from them in next level of training"
― Hammer Of Juan
"The trainers were very professional and knowledgeable about the curriculum. They were very effective at teaching the techniques and helping us apply them practically."
― Jeff Steig
"Where do I start ! Such an amazing experience. I learned so much in the class that when taken the test it was like an overview. The instructors were all helpful and knowledgeable. They had much patience to teach and Reteach. The class and course was fun best thing I ve done all 2020!!!"
― Shauntavia Brigham
"Great time at Iron Buffalo, we got over 25 miles of practice in two days and a good class size for learning. Chadwick and Doug were a great Odd Couple pairing and provided concise feedback. My girlfriend and I decided after the class were more comfortable continuing our learning on dirt bikes before moving to the road, partially due to the instructors focus that the basic class is just an intro class and not THE motorcycle training course..."
― Adam Cansler
"Very experienced instructors who shared important skills and knowledge that every new rider should have. I took this course with my 17-year-old daughter and we had a great time and feel much more confident about riding on our own now."
― Dan Lawless
"Great class, very informative. Class was very small in a very convenient location away from city traffic. Bryan is a great laid back teacher, he was always ready to answer all our questions and concerns. Thanks guys. Highly recommended!!!! Jaro, Granby Colorado"
― jsmolira
"Tana and Jiri were outstanding instructors. I would highly recommend this class to all beginning riders and those that have been riding "dirty" and just desire to become legal. I will absolutely be signing up for some advanced training and will request these instructors by name."
― Shawn Clark

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Iron Buffalo Motorcycle Training
E 60th Ave & Trenton St
Commerce City, Colorado 80022
www.ironbuff.org