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Fort Bragg Motorcycle Safety Course
 
| Frequently Asked Questions |
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Normally Provided Response to Frequently Asked
Questions
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| Where
is the course? How do I get there? |
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Map to Range
It may be very helpful, if you drive by the range before you are
scheduled to take the class. One less thing to worry about, since
you will know where you are going. Don't be late! GPS N35 08.103 W78 57.836
Another Map 2 Range PDF Version
Also a map on Key Locations Page Don't be late!
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| How long is the course? |
| BRC = three days ERC = one day |
| Do I have
to pre-register for the class? |
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| YES - NO "walk on" and NO "stand by". |
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| Answer on the Registration Page - as of 9 Oct 08 -
all registration is conducted on-line. |
| Do you provide motorcycles? |
| NO, FTCC offers BRC & and provides motorcycles - you will have to pay for the
course. Other
colleges in NC |
| Do you provide riding gear? |
| NO, each rider is
responsible for their own riding gear. DOT approved helmet,
shatter proof eye
protection, sturdy over the ankle boots and no skin below the chin - and
your reflective belt or vest. |
| Can I
borrow a friends motorcycle? |
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| Yes, the motorcycle must be: street legal, have a
valid state license (learners permit to attend BRC and an endorsement to
attend ERC, you can attend BRC with an endorsement) and proof of current insurance
NO SHARING MOTORCYCLES - each rider must have a
motorcycle. |
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| Yes, you must pass a written and motorcycle skills
test. |
| I have an MSF Card from "insert
post or college" do I have to take it again on Fort Bragg?? |
| No, if you are in possession of a MSF Card - enjoy the
ride.
Don't believe this, read
AR 385-10 Any MSF
course riders card, that states on the card, that the course
meets the standards of the MSF ERC or BRC is
acceptable and meets the Army’s standard.
Never hurts to sharpen your skills - schedule for
an ERC - no cost to
you and what you learn could be priceless.
The
Fort Bragg standard motorcycle safety rider’s course was changed
on 30 April 2007 to the MSF BRC IAW Army policy. The previous standard was
the ERC which is still being offered to
those skilled motorcycle riders with previous training and a motorcycle
endorsement on their state driver’s license. |
| Is there a weekend schedule? |
| YES - You can not be charged
leave to attend, per
DoDI 605504 |
| LOST MSF Card - I lost my MSF
Card - what do I do? |
| e-mail
(LOST MSF CARD)
provide: name, type of class and date (month & year) class
was completed, once research is completed
to verify a "replacement" card will be issued. Has it been a more
than 36 months? Might as well schedule for ERC - records
are only maintained for 36 months. We only replace "Ft Bragg
issued MSF Cards" If you did
not
attend ERC or BRC on Fort Bragg, you will have to contact the other
location for replacement card assistance - It never hurts to sharpen
your skills - schedule for an ERC.
If you registered on AIRs, return to AIRs and print a copy of
your Student Record and bring it to the ISO, Room 226 (same
building as BRC Classroom. We only replace "Ft Bragg issued MSF Cards" |
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What do you do if it rains? Will you cancel the course? |
| Get wet, Army Training Rule applies "If it
ain't raining, we ain't training" - Prepare for wet weather - bring rain
gear. Classes are cancelled when weather conditions close Fort
Bragg. All other weather decisions are made on the range by the
Rider Coach. Safety is #1 - classes will be
delayed/cancelled under severe weather conditions. |
| Can my spouse take this class? |
| Yes, family members are
eligible to attend BRC or ERC.
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| Do I
really have to bring water? |
| YES, the range does
not have potable water available.
The facilities are VERY limited;
port-o-john, shade tree and cement tables. THE COURSE IS PHYSICALLY
DEMANDING, the NC heat will drain you - hydration is vital.
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| I ride a trike or Can-Am Spyder, can I take the
course on a trike or Can-Am Spyder? How do I get a post decal, if I can not take
the course on a trike or Can-Am Spyder? |
| No. The BRC & ERC are for two wheeled
motorcycles, not trikes or sidecar rigs "hack" or a Can Am
Spyder. If you wish to
attend a course designed for trikes and sidecars, please contact:
http://www.ncmotorcyclesafety.org/ look for their Trike Section.
You do not have to have the course in order to register your trike and
obtain a decal. |
| What paperwork do I need to
bring? |
| Copy of your AIRS Class Registration, the one sent automatically
by AIRS - might assist you in getting on
post.
1. Common Access Card (you might refer to this as
your "ID Card" or "CAC Card") ,
2. drivers license/learners permit
3. motorcycle registration
4. proof of insurance |
| How do I get the bike on post? |
| On the day of your scheduled course, you may ride and show the
guard your class registration paperwork. You may truck, trailer or
have another person ride the bike. Some of the personnel working
the gate believe the course is only on Monday, it may have been "back in
the day". Be patient, have your AIRS Class Registration
paperwork ready to provide. AR 385-10 11-9(b)5 also
addresses this topic. |
| POST DECAL - when I complete the
course, can I get a post decal? |
| Once you pass the BRC or ERC, you must have a motorcycle endorsed
license in order to obtain a post decal. Yes, there will
be an
additional cost at the DMV before they issue you a new license.
You can NOT obtain a Post Decal with a Learners Permit and you can NOT
obtain a Post Decal with a temporary license plate (paper tag) on your
motorcycle. To
register a motorcycle on Fort Bragg, all Military personnel and DOD
Civilians must have a motorcycle endorsement on their state driver’s
license and a MSF rider’s completion card along with the required
vehicle documentation needed to be issued a DOD decal. |
| What are some of the laws
concerning motorcycles? |
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Department of Defense, US Army and have their rules
and regulations that must be followed, no matter what the state
regulatory requirement. The following link address NC Law:
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| Do I need a "special" license to
ride a motorcycle? |
| YES - you must have at least a Motorcycle Learners Permit
to attend BRC, you may attend BRC with a motorcycle endorsement.
You must have a motorcycle endorsement to attend ERC. |
| How do I transfer my current
license to a NC Drivers License?? |
| Follow Link
NC DMV - License |
| Learners Permit - How do I get a
learners permit? |
| From the state that issued your drivers license, don't have time
to "go home" you may transfer your current DL to NC. There will be
a cost and you must relinquish your current DL, there is also a written
test. Click
here for link to NC Motorcycle Handbook. You do NOT have
to obtain a NC drivers license in order to attend the course. |
| Learners Permit - Skill Test
Waiver |
| As of 1 Oct 08 - previously issued NC Skill Test Waiver Card will no
longer be issued. (Click here for information)
If you have a NC Learners Permit - you will have to pass the NC Skills
Test in order to obtain a NC Motorcycle Endorsed License -
when you pass BRC you will have the skill to pass
NC Skill Test. |
| Learners Permit or Endorsement - |
| You must have one, any state issued Learners Permit or Endorsement.
NC DMV will encourage you to obtain a
Learners Permit, this does not require them to administer a Skills Test.
As of 1 Oct 08 - you will no longer receive a NC Skill Test Waiver Card
and will be required to take the Skills Test. If you can pass the
Skills Test - obtain your NC Motorcycle Endorsed License and schedule
for an ERC. If you are a new rider or re-entry, obtain your
Learners Permit and sign up for BRC. Upon successful completion,
you will have the skill to pass NC Skills Test. |
| Can I attend with out a Learner
Permit or Motorcycle Endorsemet? |
| NO, Community Colleges offers BRC; provide motorcycles
and do not require the rider to posses a license (they conduct their
course non-public parking lot) - you will have to pay for the
course. Other
colleges in NC |
| What is "Army Motorcycle
Mentorship Program?" |
| Follow Link
https://crc.army.mil/mmp/ |
| I have an MSF Card from "insert
post or college" do I have to take it again on Fort Bragg?? |
| No, if you are in possession of a MSF Card - enjoy the
ride. Don't believe this, read AR 385-10. Any MSF Course riders card, that states on the card, that the course
meets the standards of the MSF ERC or BRC is
acceptable and meets the Army’s standard.
The
Fort Bragg standard motorcycle safety rider’s course was changed
on 30 April 2007 to the MSF (BRC) IAW Army policy. The previous standard was
the ERC which is still being offered to
those skilled motorcycle riders with previous training and a motorcycle
endorsement on their state driver’s license.
Never hurts to sharpen your skills - schedule for
an ERC - no cost to
you and what you learn could be priceless.
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| I have a BRC card, do I have to
attend ERC??
I have an ERC card, do I have to attend BRC??
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| No, you need a MSF card - BRC or ERC - one or the other - at this
time, there is no requirement to have both. There is no
requirement to attend BRC before ERC - you must meet the ERC
requirements. All it will cost is
your "time" the course is FREE and what you learn could save you time
and money. The
Fort Bragg standard motorcycle safety rider’s course was changed
on 30 April 2007 to the MSF BRC IAW Army policy. The previous standard was
the ERC which is still being offered to
those skilled motorcycle riders with previous training and a motorcycle
endorsement on their state driver’s license. |
| Do I have to wear my uniform? |
| Civilian clothing or uniform - as long as you meet the PPE
requirements - remember, "no skin below the chin" |
| I ride a MOPED, do I need: a
motorcycle license and a MSF course? |
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You must be age 16 or older to operate a MOPED on NC
highways or public vehicular areas. A driver license is NOT
required. You must wear the required PPE. A MOPED can NOT
have a motor of more than 50 CCs and external shifting device or have
the capability of exceeding 30 miles per hours on a level surface. |
| I ride a scooter, do I need: a
motorcycle license and a MSF course? |
| Yes, a scooter (over 50ccs) requires a motorcycle license and
completion of the MSF BRC. If
you have a MSF card - NO requirement to attend however, you should be
aware - scooters handle differently than motorcycles. |
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