I had an amazing experience at the Motorcycle Safety School (5-2-2026 and 5-3-2026 courses) at Lehman College and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to learn or sharpen their riding skills. The entire staff was friendly, knowledgeable, personable, and professional from start to finish. They made the class feel welcoming, supportive, and well-organized. As a student, that makes a huge difference, especially when you are learning something that requires confidence, focus, and trust in the instructors. I especially want to call out Valentine and Neo. They were both excellent instructors and really helped make the experience worth it. Valentine was funny, charismatic, personable, and a great teacher. His instructions were clear, practical, and easy to follow, and he brought a great energy to the class. Neo was also incredibly knowledgeable and supportive, and together they helped create an environment where everyone felt comfortable learning. By the end of the class, we left feeling supported, encouraged, and much more confident. Overall, it was a great experience, and I highly recommend it. read more

Took this course over the weekend at csi college and it was a truly great experience! If you're looking to learn how to ride and want a coach who's patient, knowledgeable, and passionate about helping you succeed, I can't recommend Coach Boris enough. He really took his time to break down all the fundamentals of riding in a clear and easy-to-understand way -- whether you're a complete beginner or just want to brush up on your skills. His guidance, patience, and encouragement make you feel comfortable, prepared, and confident every step of the way. Coach Boris is not just a great instructor -- he's someone who truly cares about his students' progress and safety. You'll leave the course feeling empowered, enthusiastic, and ready to hit the road! read more

Did the 2 day practical course that results in a certificate that can be used for Motorcycle license. This course is hard, but the instructors are AMAZING. We had two very different instructors - Brandon (experienced teacher) and Neo (experienced rider) but both 100% committed to making safe riders. Helped us one on one and helped us close our gaps (mine - test anxiety and SWERVING!). The group bonded and cheered each other on. I know I will remember things for the rest of my life - don't cover the clutch! No brake or clutch in a curve. Heads up and look through the curve. The bikes were good and had a good range. These guys do NOT do this for the money, they do it to make safe riders. Hope we do you proud in the future! read more

Motorcycle Safety School - Driving Schools Near Me - Bronx, New York

valentine was a great instructor.. professional entire course and thorough

A few years ago I had seen the riders out in the lot and decided i wanted to learn, and three summers later, I am officially a licensed rider! I had a great time learning with very knowledgeable and thoughtful instruction. Taking the course is a little fast paced if you are band new to riding but with patience and trusting yourself on the bike you can definitely get it. I do also recommend the full package as I think the entire experience is helpful if you are new. I appreciate their newsletter that lets you know about discounts, and motorcycle news and events in the surrounding area read more

Paul Sharpe, what an absolute legend! This course was incredible. Learned key skills, with seriousness while still being a lot of fun. read more

I took motorcycle 101 and brc 1. the instructors, Coach Ryan, Coach Joe and coach Rob were amazing. so very helpful with precise instructions and on hand guidance. the patience and attention to detail and safety was second to none. please seriously consider taking any of the classes with any of the coaches. you will not be disappointed. read more

Not sure why it says California I am from NYC lol Anyway I had never ridden a motorcycle in my life, so I decided to sign up for a private lesson before starting the Basic Rider Course (BRC). My private lesson was with Esteban, and he was fantastic! Esteban showed me the basics--everything from where the controls are on the bike to practicing "power rocking" and "walking," which is all about finding the friction zone. In just a couple of hours, I went from zero experience to confidently using the throttle to ride in a straight line. The very next day, I started the BRC with Ali as my instructor. There were only six of us in the class, which made it feel more personal and relaxed. November is a quieter time, so it was a perfect setting for focused learning. Ali is an amazing instructor--super knowledgeable and clearly passionate about motorcycles. He guided us through riding in a straight line, S-turns, U-turns, and even taught us swerving techniques and switching into second gear, which were both super helpful. We did a bunch of laps around the course and practiced the figure 8 and U-turn exercises. Ali was patient and encouraging, but also stern when he needed to be, which kept us focused and motivated. He had great tips for all of us. On the final day, we had Ed, who was also fantastic. He helped tie everything together from the previous day's lessons and prepared us for the skills test. I made a few small mistakes on the test (putting my foot down during the figure 8 and not going fast enough for the quick stop), but I still passed and earned the motorcycle license! If you're new to motorcycles, I'd highly recommend a private lesson first. Big thanks to Esteban, Ali, and Ed for a fantastic learning experience! read more

I think I wrote a review before but I wanted to add something bc I've done about 1000 miles since I took the class. The one thing that kept coming up about my riding was keeeping my head up and looking and turning my head in the direction I want to go. I have to say it's something I consistently repeat in my head when I see a curve coming up on any hwy. I'm sure there are other things I learned that are now second nature like the fri toon zone and controlling it properly. I would recommend to anyone to continue to practice slow speed exercises. I know I need to but that where things tend to go wrong. Not the hwy. ride safe everyone and keep two wheels on the ground. read more

Good morning my name is William Viera I'm here writing a review in reference to my experience with MSS motorcycle safety school I have to say I was very very pleased with the service I received from my friend Valentine he is an instructor at the school and Lehman college he's very helpful he's very informative I feel so much more confident after being in his course that I highly recommend him as a personal instructor I can't say enough about him because he was so good at what he does you know and it gave me the confidence I needed to go on and really ride my bike on the highway you know and I owe that to him and the school thank you so much it was a pleasure and an honor I learned so much at this class that I would highly recommend it to anybody just starting to ride a motorcycle thanks again Valentine you're the best . read more

I did the ultimate training package at Lehman this summer. I cant begin to tell you how awesome and professional every instructor I interacted with was. Mark (the English man), Joel Samuel and Andrew St. John (Yoda). They were all patient, helpful and gave great tips and scenarios to apply the skills being learned. I without a doubt recommend this course and the above menrioned instructors. It was an amazing experience! read more

Motorcycle Safety School - Took test on the Grom. Instructors know best! Thank you Yoda! - Driving Schools Near Me - Bronx, New York

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Just completed the 2-day beginner Motorcycle course and a private beginner lesson with Ride MSS. I highly recommend Ride MSS if you are a beginner looking into getting your motorcycle license. The instructors VAL & Gary were very helpful and guided everyone in the class with clear instructions and provided feedback in every practical training. Other instructors Hardy &Andrew were very good instructors and care for the safety of the riders. read more

Amazing! Let me first give a shout out to Ali (you are honestly a Great human being and an awesome instructor. Your patience and your dedication to see your student succeed, and you're realness, honesty; makes the journey way less intimidating). Yoda! you are awesome! This whole experience has been great and challenging, except for my own anxiety making everything look awful and hard. Everyone has been so nice and helpful; I mean they helped me so much every time I called (David). "No I can say I ride a motorcycle!!!" Yay!!! read more

I was calling for information and spoke to Chassie. She was completely helpful and pleasant. Will be calling back to register.

I attended motorcycle safety school back in 2018. I suggested it to a friend recently which reminded me of the phenomenal experience I encountered while attending the classes. Not only was it great vibes and energy throughout the experience but the skills they teach are essential for everyday riding and the staff are so easy going and patient. They made my 3 day course feel like a breeze. I rode before the course and knew how to operate a motorcycle before I signed up but they taught me how to be smart and ride safe on the road which is most important especially living in New York City (them yellow cabs are no joke). I highly recommend you attend this class before you step foot on a bike. read more

Motorcycle Safety School - I'm now a confident safe rider thanks to them ! - Driving Schools Near Me - Bronx, New York

Took the experienced rider safety course yesterday Danny and Yoda very knowledgeable and excellent at sharing their knowledge of motorcycle Riding Picked up quite a few tips which are going to help me ride safer Presentation was excellent and they both had fun personalities which made the whole experience that much more enjoyable Incredibly gracious move by Yoder at the end of the class by sharing his cell phone number with every student and making himself available for questions situations etc.... read more

I usually dont write reviews, but I had such a great experience I felt compelled to write. I first dealt with Carlos Ramia, and I can tell you that He is a professional who took time to answer all my questions, and assist in setting me up with the proper course, and location. He really set my mind at ease, and a great asset to the company!!! Next was the great instructors who again took time to assist me when I needed it. I took the 2 day basic and then the advanced course. Valentino, & Andrew St John, both were excellent, instructors. I recommend to contact Carlos for anyone who is interested in not only becoming a motorcycle rider but a safe one too. Best Regards AJ Martinez read more

By far the best motorcycle class key instructor Andrew also known as Yoda and kelvin. They are very patience and informative. They take their time and show each and every person how to ride properly. They care about the students and the art of riding. As a novice with no experience, I took my time and we worked with me. This class is a must for your to get endorsed for a motorcycle license. The days maybe early and long but it goes by fast and you actually learn. Excellent service and excellent staff. I recommend 100%. read more

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EDITED to add: I did not take this class at Lehman College (looks like the business address was changed after I reviewed) I took the 2.5 day version of the Basic Rider Course (BRC) a couple of weeks ago and the day after I passed the course, I became a fully licensed motorcylist. The location isn't TOO bad - about a 5-10min walk from several bus and subway stops, easy to find - there's a large empty lot for riding (the range), and a double-wide trailer for the classroom (ignore the shaking from the trains passing by), getting out of the sun, lunch, bathroom (there's also a porta-potty outside), etc. I purposely arrived early for all sessions - we were warned that if we arrived late, we would not be able to continue - ESPECIALLY for the riding portions. They limit the classes to 12 students so that the range isn't overloaded and they can give everyone enough attention - our class ranged from young (18ish, I'd say) to older (50's), and I was the only female - we had 2 scooter and 10 motorcycle students, but one guy didn't show up past Friday night. Our instructors were great - Monica (Holmes - I believe there are 2 Monicas), Ed, and Dan - there were always 2 instructors on the range with us (sometimes a 3rd would join) and 1 in the classroom. There was a 2 day class going on at the same time as our 2.5 day class - we were on the range while they were in the classroom, and vice versa. Monica started us off on Friday evening with the classroom portion - not exactly the most exciting material, but safety/logistics material that needs to be covered - there's a fair amount of video watching involved in the classroom portion to make sure all the requisite material is covered. The next morning, we geared up - long pants, long sleeves, over-the-ankle boots, helmets and eye protection - then hopped on some hogs on the range with Dan and Ed (they have Suzuki GZ250/TU250x motorcycles and Kymco scooters, in case you were wondering). We reviewed and expanded on several things we learned in the classroom portion - spent a lot of time in the friction zone and learning various methods and skills - how to start, stop, turn...we even got up into 3rd gear! It was pretty darn cold at first, but kind of nice to be outside once it warmed up :) It was back in the classroom for the afternoon - and at the end of the afternoon, we took our written test - if you pay attention in the classroom portions, the test with be a piece of CAKE. Sunday brought more new skills - U-turn boxes, swerves, more turns and stops - and then we got to take our on-bike test - although several of us were nervous, most of the class passed (one person dropped his bike, which is an automatic fail, but I'm guessing he has since re-taken and passed the test), and we walked away with our BRC card in hand, smiles on our faces (I even saw a classmate at the DMV the next day!). Overall the class was great - I wish we spent more time on the bikes - I started to LOVE the feeling! Oh well, guess I have to get one of my own now ;) read more

Motorcycle Safety School - 7:30am Saturday: Instructors setup the bikes for our Basic Rider Course - Driving Schools Near Me - Bronx, New York

I cannot recommend this school more. I took the BASIC RIDER COURSE 2 - LICENSE WAIVER, as I already had some experience riding my Vespa. The skills I learned in this class have been crucial for rising in the city, such as low-speed handling (perfect for start and stop traffic), and how to safely avoid road obstacles, turn quickly or fast break (when cars, bike, or pedestrians come out of nowhere). The instructors were kind, patient and helped us individually. I always remember Yoda's tips, sit up straight, relax your shoulders, look up and smile because you're riding a motorcycle :D I passed my road test waiver, got my license shortly after, and a discount on my insurance. Thank you to all the teachers; you've helped me become a safer, more confident rider. read more

Took this course over July 4th and I was so impressed. Frank is the best at what he does. He was patient and really cares about his job and giving his students the tools they need for a lifetime of safe and fun riding. I would recommend MSS to anyone looking to learn how to ride! read more

I can't rave enough about these guys! Everyone was so open and they asked frequently if we had any questions. I felt super safe yet the instructors know where each student needs more or less work. I recommend these lessons for any level of experience. The location was extremely convenient as well. I can't wait to get out on the road! read more

I had a great experience! From classroom to parking lot, everything was better then expected. The instructors did a great job explaining everything you need to know. Demonstrations were done at a speed we all understood and they coach you along the whole time. Definitely recommend to all who look to learn to ride. The class even got me a lower premium for my insurance. All in all, a MUST! PS. Remember to be on time, all the time. Drive safely and practice! read more

I have had a few private motorcycle lessons with Paul Sharpe. He is terrific and today Yoda also provided some guidance. I am not interested in breezing through to secure my license. I want to be safe and understand the ride. Paul is critical in a compassionate manner and he will pause and provide great feedback. He is a pleasure. And I feel I am making slow and steady progress and it will only grow with his guidance and knowledge. Thank you, Paul. read more

I can't stress enough how amazing this course is and how glad I am that I took it! As a new rider we all know that there is a ton of information we need and a ton of information we are given. The coaches at MSS are truly incredibly helpful, positive, encouraging and honest when you need it. I learned from Dimitri, Yoda, Abdullah and Ali and I mean it when I say I owe these dudes my life!! The BRC course prepared me not only for riding but for riding in this insane city we live in! I am very grateful for this course and the increased comfort and confidence I feel on my bike. If you are unsure if this is for you, if you are brand new, or if you want to polish your skills or become more advanced MSS has something for you!! Sign up today you will not regret it :)) read more

i recently took the msf , i cant stress enough how much you learn & improve by this class. the instructors are awsome i give them 5 stars, they are patient & kind. take all the knowledge in. i am so much more confident now. thanks msf read more

Registration with MSS is really easy, as there's an online form to do so. There are multiple locations, but the Bronx one is the closest to me that still offers motorcycle lessons and not scooter ones. Two days ago, I had my first private lesson to learn how to ride a motorcycle at the Bronx location. It's in a kinda shady neighborhood, but I walked around with my bagel and juice and I felt OK. Steve was my instructor's name, and he was very patient and was able to put me at ease. He started with the basic controls, and then I hopped on the bike and he went over a couple more basic things. We worked a lot on clutch control and just walking the bike and finding the engagement point on the clutch. By the end, I was able to pick both feet up and to stop normally using both brakes. I got another lesson on 5/31 with a different instructor (Fred). The chemistry between myself and Fred wasn't the same as it was with Steve and I, but I still learned a lot. I am now able to do slow speed turns without putting my feet down in a relatively small radius. I finished up my Basic Rider Course and what a treat it was. June, Ray and Antonio were amazing instructors and taught me so much in these three days. We started on Friday 6/6 with classroom instruction and theory. Saturday 6/7 in the morning was spent on the bikes. I felt like a natural after only a short period of time. The afternoon of Saturday was spent in the classroom (thank goodness because it was 106 outside). Sunday morning was the last portion of the class and Sunday afternoon was our road tests. I passed my road test and just recently got my lisence waiver in the mail. I highly recommend MSS if you're wanting to learn how to ride. I just purchased my first bike, a 2003 Ninja 500R. read more

To start this off, I took this course about a year or two ago. My experience with them was great. The location I picked was the Mott Haven one. I had three instructors. Ray would be the main one and the other two sometimes took alternating shifts or were there together. When I arrived we sat down in the I think trailer office. The class was given a booklet for the course. We took sometime and went over some basic material for motorcycles. The instructors also took a survey of how people got there. They also inquired about if people ever took lessons and/or rode a motorcycle. He did tell us that people do fail this course, but the instructors try to help everyone pass. In my class I think we had about twelve people. Age range of my classmates was from 18 to 50. There were about as many girls as there were guys. I could be forgetting something, but next came the outdoor experience ! If you brought your own helmet good, if not you had to borrow one from them. I had to borrow one and buy a bandana to put on my head. Kind of embarrassing because I had to ask the instructor how to tie it lol. I personally suggest people that do not have any experience to at least take one lesson before they do this course. They do go over everything starting from the basics. But I felt overwhelmed as I never did this before. I messed up a lot trying to listen to the instructions and remember where certain controls were. They will lecture you if you do something wrong and compliment you if you do a good job. Only one person failed in my class. It was because she dropped the motorcycle twice and could not really maintain balance. I think she bumped into another classmate as well lol. I personally believe she was given enough chances and any more would be a hazard to the rest of the class. We move in a line and if she goes down while we are in motion, the rest of the line might go down as well. The instructors go through everything on the test. They will tell you this. The best way to prep for the test was to do the test. I have ridden a bicycle all my life and I believe that is what helped me pass. The one thing that people might not understand is counter steering. When they explained it, I had no clue. But I realized it that I do it on my bicycle, just that I never knew it was called counter steering. I will not get into because I can not explain things very well and do not want to confuse anyone. After all that was done and over, test day came. We all lined up behind each other and off we went. After road test, we went inside to test the paper test. Finally after that the instructors told us if we passed or not. I did not realize this but while we were taking their road test, the instructors were taking notes. They explained to all of us where we could have done better and why that score was given. Now on a side note. The motorcycles they provided us are great for " short " people. So if you are tall, you might feel a bit cramped on it. You will have a break for lunch. The instructors were great. They are extremely supportive and funny. Almost felt like a friend teaching me on how to ride a motorcycle. Thank you guys ! read more

If you've never ridden, this is where to begin! The instructors are passionate riders, cool as hell and very helpful. You'll feel comfortable from the start as you learn the general operation of a motorcycle and some of the basic maneuvers needed when driving on the road. They're strict about not being late, but why would you? The classes go by in a breeze - it's fun! Shout out to Coaches, James, Brett, Josh, Jimmy and Dan! read more

Again! Again! Again! I got to take the last class before they closed for the season but I wanna go again! Ray is a great instructor. Calm, patient and very informative. read more

So much better then dealing with the DMV! Much faster, Much Easier and you definitely get your mothers worth! i purchased my bike a month before i took this course and got into 2 bad slips with it! Bike is still fine but got alot of cosmetic work need to be done! If i had taken the course my bike would probably still be in perfect sexy condition! But you live and you learn! I took the 2 1/2 days schedule, M, T and W. half riding/ half in class! In class you pretty much learn the basics and all the safety rules! You go through a written exam which pretty much takes common sense and ofcourse basic knowledge of riding! Dont worry its quiet easy! On the 3rd day you practice more on your riding and then you take the skills evaluation test! I passed! they go by a 0 pt perfect score// 21 pt failing system! meaning if you screw up on any of the skills tests given to you they mark it! by adding points! my score was a 6 cuz i screwed up on the box( my weakness) dropped my foot down twice (5 pts) and stopped a foot longer on my quick stop (1 pt) Either way i did well! and my whole class pretty much passed! So if you have no idea how to ride or if you want to get the license quick and easy while learning some things you may not have known before! MSS is right for you! they have a few locations and the trainers and coaches really help you alot! and they honestly all want you to pass! Take it from me! this is good for the money! Be safe and RIDE! read more

I highly recommend the course if you want to learn how to ride properly. I took the 2 day basic rider course, besides from waking up super early it was well worth my time to learn the techniques. The course involves a morning classroom section and a afternoon riding section. It helps to study the concept then performing it on the lot. The instructors are super nice and made it fun. They're all veteran riders and kept a relaxed environment. My instructors were Steve and Monica, they both are wonderful at teaching and encouraging us to do well on each riding exercise with tips. For our final evaluation Ray took over for Steve, but he's also nice and helpful. It's also great that the instructors are not breathing down your back to pressure you to master each exercise. As you continue to ride throughout the day you begin to realize what to improve on. Unless you are struggling then they will step in and help. If you are really struggling then they will counsel out. They also recommend a private lesson if you want some experience before hand. It might help you feel more comfortable if you have never ridden a motorcycle before. read more

I took the 2.5 day Basic Rider Course to get my road test waiver this past March. I think there were 12 of us in the class, with skills ranging from "never been on a motorcycle" to "been riding for years without a license." (Other statistics: two of us were women; ages ranged from ~20 to 60+; and at the end of the course, two people did not receive their road test waivers.) (NOTE: according to the instructors, if you "fail" and don't get your waiver, you are allowed to take the skills test one more time at no additional cost.) Jason was an amazing instructor out on the range: super patient, explained the different lessons and techniques very clearly, and provided great feedback. You develop a great sense of comraderie with the other students, which helps when you're feeling nervous. The course isn't cheap, but if you just want to get your license quickly and without too much hassle, and if you want to start off with a solid understanding of basic safety principles, MSS is definitely the way to go. read more

Prior to taking the 2 day BRC last week in the Bronx, I took a private lesson with the MSS. I would recommend this to anyone who has no motorcycle experience and wants to be able to get the most out of the class. The two days were super fun, using a combo of classroom and riding instruction with great instructors (Antonio, Josh, Adam) who were knowledgeable, helpful, encouraging and supportive. Classmates were very diverse. After passing the written test and skills evaluation, I received my DMV waiver and got my Class M license the next day. If you want to learn to ride safely, this class is a must. Overall an awesome experience! read more

I've personally never riden a real motorcycle before. I decided I wanted to get a motorcycle in the city and thought some classes would be my best bet. I put it off for a while because of the high price and I was worried that the class it self would be quick and pointless and that I would learn nothing. That was 100% not the case. After only 2 1/2 days in the class room and on a bike I left with what i feel is a pretty full knowledge of the basics of how to operate a motorcycle and how the bike itself functions. Even after never riding a motorcycle, I now feel comfortable taking my bike out on the road, even in NYC. Thank you to Joon and all the guys (and girl) over there for a very fun, funny, and extremely educational experience... If your thinking about getting a motorcycle, I 100% RECOMMEND THIS! ASK FOR JOON! read more

Fantastic experience. I can't say enough about MSS. I have wanted to get my motorcycle license since I was a teenager and I finally decided to just do it some twenty years later after seeing students practicing in the Lehman College parking lot throughout the summer months. So, with some trepidation, I finally signed up for my class that was held over three days in September. The training is intense and can be a bit intimidating, but the MSS staff make you feel at ease. They are knowledgeable, thorough, and all have a good sense of humor. And while they can also be stern at times, they really want you to learn, so that by the time you are finished midday on Sunday, you are prepared to dip your toe in on the real streets and begin riding. I am so glad I took this training and I highly recommend it to anyone considering getting their motorcycle license. I can't wait to start riding in the spring. read more

Amazing experience. Recommend to everyone attempting to get their motorcycle license. Besides bypassing DMV, safety measures discussed here are extremely useful and I still hold on to all of it. read more

Brett, Danny, Jimmy and Monica took really good care of us and I think this place is freaking awesome! They were really patient, knowledgable, and kind. Not just with me either but the entire class. I couldn't have enjoyed my experience there more and I recommend it to anyone and everyone! read more

Hi My name is Ricardo The MSS is a great company to learn how to drive a motorcycle if you never did, I didn't. Till I took the Ultimate training package I feel confident when I drive my motorcycle, my hat comes off to Raymond Lopez hes a GREAT instructor besides that hes a good dude all around I recommend him for anyone who wants to learn in group or in private, because of him I got my motorcycle license!!! When the winter is over going to him again to refresh on what I learned. Great company good instructors all around. Drive safe everyone... read more

Having no experience at all with motorcycles. I took the MSF Basic RiderCourse at the Bronx location in Sept. 2011, passed, receiving the BRC waiver for the license. Took a private refresher course in Spring at the Spring Creek, Brooklyn location before renting a motorcycle and taking the road with my father on a 500 mile road trip. The instructors prepared me and gave me the confidence to achieve this goal. The instructors are amazing, positive and point out areas you need to work on. Thank you MSS! read more