North Carolina Motorcycle Safety Education Program (NCMSEP)

The North Carolina Motorcycle Safety Education Program (NCMSEP), offered through the North Carolina Community College System, provides hands-on rider training for all experience levels. Courses are taught using the nationally recognized Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) curriculum.

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Available Rider Courses

  • BRC – Basic RiderCourse

    Designed for new riders or those returning after time away. Learn motorcycle control, balance, braking, cornering, and traffic strategies. Motorcycles are provided for training. Successful completion earns a skills waiver card for the NC DMV riding test.

  • 3WBRC – 3-Wheel Basic RiderCourse

    Teaches the fundamentals of operating a 3-wheel motorcycle (not sidecars). Perfect for riders interested in trikes.

  • BRC2 – Basic RiderCourse 2

    For riders with experience who want to refine their skills. Students must have a motorcycle endorsement, current insurance, and their own street-legal motorcycle.

Benefits of Rider Training

  • Learn critical safety skills and reduce riding risks.

  • Build confidence in controlling your motorcycle.

  • Meet state licensing requirements through DMV skills waiver eligibility.

  • Gain experience with certified MSF instructors.

Courses Offered At:

Classes are available at community colleges across North Carolina, including:

  • Johnston, Lenoir, Pitt, Randolph, Robeson, Rowan-Cabarrus, South Piedmont, Southwestern, Vance-Granville, Wake Tech, and many more statewide. (Visit www.ncmsep.org for a full list of participating colleges and course availability.)

Hosted By:

Lenoir Community College

In partnership with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF)