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The Superbike Coach wheelie class was an unforgettable experience from beginning to end. Head instructor Can Akaya is a straight shooter who is highly respected and demands focus, discipline, and safety--and it's easy to see why. His breakdown of body position, throttle management, timing, and technique is the best in the game. What I appreciated most was that Can always shot you straight. Whether I needed to open the throttle a tick more or keep my arms straight after hitting the torque, he told me exactly what I needed to improve. And when he gave you a compliment, you knew he genuinely meant it. The organized rotations, positive atmosphere, professionalism, and real results made this one of the best days I've ever had on a motorcycle. I never imagined I'd be riding out 50-foot wheelies after just one day in the program--but that's exactly what happened. There's nothing better than learning away from traffic and other cars, in a controlled environment, while being watched and coached by one of the best to ever do it. I can't wait to keep learning, and I've already signed up for the cornering class. I highly recommend taking a course with Superbike Coach. Absolutely worth it!

9/20/26 Wheelie course was very well structured. My goal was to feel comfortable should I ever "accidentally" do a wheelie. It safe to say that at the end of the course, my goal was achieved. I was able to get some air time but was able to "control" and pass my fear. I would definitely be returning again to take more courses and repeat the wheelie class. The superbike Coach team very very patient and gave specific feedback throughout the day with video so you can see what was missing. Thank you Coach Can, Chris, Mark, Dean, Jill and Rick who was an undercover Coach! Highly recommend Superbike Coach if you are serious about being safe and learning the proper way to ride a motorcycle.

Cornering School Day 1-3 course is fantastic! Coach Can has a unique approach to teaching valuable skills that not only build a solid and safe foundation of motorcycle riding but a genuine understanding of the basic riding principles. Whether you're a beginner or experienced rider, I highly recommend taking this course. Little 99 trackway in Stockton provides the perfect environment given its short and technical layout, even for a small track. Coach Can's passion is felt and his mission is to ensure that every rider passes and becomes a smarter, cooler-headed, and adaptive rider. What more can I say other than encourage you to sign up?! All levels are always welcomed and trust me, you will not regret it!

These classes motivate me to push myself on my motorcycle journey. I have taken all 3 cornering classes and they are beyond amazing. There is so much information that I am sure I'll be taking repeats again. But the best part is how it all started to connect during the body position and knee down class. I was not able to get my knee down in class but with the technique I go drilled on and my determination I was able to get my knee down the following day on my own. I have a long way to go but look forward to retaking his classes and hopefully join him on a track day

I can't say enough good things about the Superbike Coach program. Coach Can and his team are the absolute best. I started with his classes in January, only 2 months into my riding journey. The amount of confidence I gained on the bike after just Cornering School Day 1 was immediate and invaluable. Since then, I have taken Day 2 twice, Day 3, Knee Down, and will do Day 1 all over again later this month. So much improvement in such little time. My level of confidence & trust in myself & my bikes have skyrocketed. I just got my knee down!! Take these classes. You will not regret it.

Update! I completed day 3 of the cornering class. The difference amazing! I really can't say enough about these classes. The ability of Coach to not only explain but to demonstrate the skills make these classes easy to understand for anyone! They not only cover cornering, they cover extremely useful safety skills that could not only save your life but could also save others as well. I have been fortunate to be able to book a track rookie day, body positioning day, group ride instruction day and repeating day 1 of the cornering class. All of the skills I have learned thus far have come in handy already. UBER EVERYTHING...if you want to know more then stop reading and go book the class! October 5, 2025 is cornering day 1, I'll see you there!!! Update 2: Body Positioning & Knee Down class Imagine yoga, but angrier, and on a motorcycle. Muscles I haven't used since middle school gym class suddenly woke up to scream at me. But now I finally know how to take corners without looking like I'm trying to wrestle a shopping cart with a bad wheel. The Vibe The team? Hilarious. The atmosphere? Like group therapy but with motorcycles. The feedback? Brutally honest but always helpful. They clap when you do well, they correct when you don't, and somehow you leave feeling both destroyed and uplifted. Pro Tips Bring more water than you think you need. Pack snacks (fuel for you, not just the bike). Cash for lunch--it's not Michelin-starred, but it slaps after hours of sweating. Wheelie class exists. Yes, really. And yes, it's as fun as it sounds. Final Verdict If you ride anything with two wheels--sport bike, cruiser, scooter, grandma's moped--you need this. I thought I was a rider before. Turns out I was just a passenger on a bad idea. Now? I'm safer, smarter, and way more confident. 10/10 would recommend. 0/10 ego left intact.

Absolutely Transformed My Riding - Best Investment in My Skills Ever! I just completed the Superbike Coach cornering class Day 1 and I can honestly say it was one of the most valuable experiences I've had on two wheels. I've been riding sportbikes for years, but I always felt like I had a ceiling on my confidence in the corners. This class completely blew that ceiling away. The instructors are absolute legends - patient, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about helping riders improve. They broke down cornering technique in a way that finally made everything click. By the end of the day, I was hitting corners smoother, faster, and with way more confidence than I ever thought possible. The feedback was immediate, constructive, and personalized. No ego, just pure skill-building. If you're serious about becoming a better rider--whether you're a track day regular or just want to feel safer and more capable on twisty roads--this class is an absolute must. The value is insane for what you get. I'm already planning to come back for the next level. Huge thanks to the entire Superbike Coach team. You guys are changing lives (and saving tires) one apex at a time! Would give 10 stars if I could. Book it. You won't regret it. Scotty from Byron, CA

01/26/2025: I seriously fell in love with this course. I did the Cornering School Day 1. It was my first time being on a track and I have been riding for only 5 months. This is hands-down the best bang for your buck course I've seen. I brought my personal bike (2005 Yamaha FJR1300) and didn't have to do anything to it to run it on the track (no tape or wiring). So, very convenient! It's a go kart track, so you're not going super fast. You can bring virtually any type of bike. The price is very affordable. The instruction is top notch. The staff are great. Beginners like myself can do this course and not feel overwhelmed. Advanced riders can be in the faster groups and have a blast. This course and school are seriously for all rider types and levels. So many students were repeats and had gone through multiple levels. The only thing I could see turning people off is Coach's banter, humor, and instruction style. He's very in your face, hard nosed, no BS, NOT POLITICALLY CORRECT. I'm a Marine so I fuckin love it. BUT ALSO.... You can seriously tell that this guy CARES and wants to keep you ALIVE and safe in whatever motorcycle venture you choose. I signed up already to repeat Day 1, and also booked Days 2 and 3 for later in the year. Just gotta figure out my funky work schedule and then I'll sign up for more (wheelie course, knee down and body position, suspension workshop, they have SO MUCH). Ok, think I'm cutting this review off. If you can't tell, I had the best time lol. UPDATE 02/23/2025: I took Day 1 again, followed by Day 2 the day after. So many things were reinforced. I moved so much faster and smoother, even riding a big, heavy bike. I can only blame the amazing instruction... Can't wait to do Day 3, then pretty regularly repeat the course all the way through. So many students have done that.
28 days ago
I ride an S1000RR, and I got there by going from a 400cc cruiser to a liter bike in five years. Somewhere in that jump I picked up an ego and told myself I knew things. I didn't, which is why I signed up. The bike is not the point at this school. The course is about skill, and one of the first things it made obvious is how slow I actually am. Not slow in a discouraging way, just measurably slow, with a lot of room left. I could feel the gap clearly for the first time, and now I want to close it. Day 1 isn't really about "advanced" technique, though a few people did their first stoppie that day. It's about mindset. Coach Can spends real time on how to slow down in order to go fast, and on thinking critically instead of taking whatever the internet says is right or wrong. That framing carried past the parking lot and into how I approach things off the bike. The vibe is the other thing worth mentioning. Supermoto, cruiser, Gold Wing, naked, sport bike, all in the same group, and nobody was made to feel out of place. A couple of people dropped their bikes and the coach team jumped in to help fix them. Shout out to Dean, who ran all over the lot hunting down a single nut so someone could keep riding. And on Day 2 I got my result before lunch. I went in unable to get my knee down and came out of that first morning starting to actually do it, on top of real work on body positioning. About Coach Can: he's direct in both directions. When you're doing something well, you know the praise is real. When you're making a mistake, he calls it out on the spot instead of letting you rehearse it for another twenty passes. Sitting through his instruction feels like old school stand up comedy with an enormous amount of practical riding technique baked in. Riding has always been the thing that keeps my head in order, and I didn't expect a cornering school to add to that. It did. There's a surprising amount of life philosophy folded into the riding instruction, and it lands harder because it's attached to something physical you just did badly and then did better. I'll be back, including for courses I've already taken, because there's obviously more in them than I could absorb the first time. If you're a rider who thinks he's got it figured out, this is a good place to find out otherwise. Fair warning: it's a long day, it's physical, and if you don't like being corrected in front of other people, this isn't for you. That's also exactly why it works. read more
1 month ago
'll give my honest opinion from a 34-year-old who has absolutely never ridden a motorcycle in my life and was pretty sure I never would. I took the one-on-one with Coach Akkaya. When you meet the coach, if you are a complete noob like myself, you might feel a bit intimidated. The dude has a very extensive background in motorcycles, not only in his technical career, but also in his personal journey, and I'd dare to say his spiritual connection with riding is extensive as well. As a result of this, you finish off with someone who is very good at what they do and very passionate. This being said, expect a no-BS type of persona, a kind of personality that says, "Don't waste my time, I won't waste yours," but not in a bad way.Which, in my opinion, is exactly what you need when we are talking about your life being on the line. If you choose to do the one-on-one and you know absolutely nothing, come in humble, be transparent, and let yourself be coached. I came here not knowing a goddamn thing, extremely anxious, and with very low confidence, to the point where I thought once I got on the bike I would chicken out and it would be one of those things. Coach could see this in me and he just worked with me as an individual and helped me through the process. I almost felt like the class was tailored to me personally. It was the opposite of what I was being offered from other places. I left that day knowing how to actually get on a motorcycle, shift, brake, and even get some speed. Obviously, I need more work before I get on the road, but I truly feel like I left that practice a better version of myself than I was before I came in. It was actually one of the best days of my life, with newfound confidence, feeling 10 feet tall, and a skill I never thought I would have. I also have to mention this was not my first option because I wanted a Harley and I thought this was just for sportbikes. I went to Harley, a complete noob, to check out the course, and before I knew it, I was signing papers and getting a 1600cc bike delivered to my house under the pitch that they would deliver it to me and pay for a course. Because of a technical issue on their side, I did not leave that day with a motorcycle. It was all easy hopes and dreams. That would have most likely at best made me crash a brand new, beautiful bike, and at worst, I could have lost my life. This is very common, apparently. In contrast to Coach Akkaya, who recommended I buy an actual pedal bike for practice, these guys are literally saving people's lives. Education is probably one of the main factors when it comes to losing your life on a motorcycle. The DMV will make you brake a couple of times, drive in a circle, and now you can go on the freeway with huge trucks and all sorts of situations even pros sometimes have difficulties with. That is just a recipe for disaster.I truly believe educating yourself as much as possible with courses and good coaches that are not trying to just make a quick buck and actually care for your health is crucial, and these guys are exactly that. now the price. I have to say 75 bucks for an hour, and I learned so much in this hour, is pretty much giving the class for free. I'm not going to criticize it because I'm sure they have their reasons. But as a business owner and in this current economy, 75 dollars is a gift. Very economic for what you are getting. in my opinion worth atleast 300 an hour. If you are new and scared or think you're too old to start or for any reason not doing it, I'd say just go with the flow, don't deny yourself the opportunity. 100% recommend. read more
4 days ago
If you're considering any kind of motorcycle training, stop right now and book with the Superbike-Coach team! My girlfriend and I just finished the Wheelie Course. We showed up nervous. The first five minutes of Can's intro is blunt. He's brash. He doesn't soften it. I'll be honest: that opening can catch you off guard. Give it an hour. That's when it becomes obvious this isn't attitude for its own sake. Can has a huge heart, and the entire day is built around one thing: making you a better, safer, more capable rider. The skills we left with aren't just "how to get the front wheel up." They're throttle control, body position, focus, and the kind of confidence that carries into street riding, canyon riding, and everything else we do on two wheels. The team on Sunday was outstanding. Can runs the show and still finds time to coach you one-on-one. Direct. Demanding. Completely invested and seemed to really enjoy celebrating your victories no matter how big...or small. Jill is an impressive young woman. Calm, sharp, and clearly cut from the same cloth. She belongs on that staff. Dean kept the whole day light. Jokes all day. That matters when you're nervous and trying something that feels bigger than you. Mark and Chris were the reason bikes stayed running. They made a handful of repairs on the fly so people could stay on two wheels instead of sitting it out. That's not extra. That's the difference between a class that works and a class that falls apart. We cannot thank this team enough. If you want training that actually changes how you ride, book with Superbike-Coach. We are already planning our next course with them! read more
7 days ago
The Superbike Coach wheelie class was an unforgettable experience from beginning to end. Head instructor Can Akaya is a straight shooter who is highly respected and demands focus, discipline, and safety--and it's easy to see why. His breakdown of body position, throttle management, timing, and technique is the best in the game. What I appreciated most was that Can always shot you straight. Whether I needed to open the throttle a tick more or keep my arms straight after hitting the torque, he told me exactly what I needed to improve. And when he gave you a compliment, you knew he genuinely meant it. The organized rotations, positive atmosphere, professionalism, and real results made this one of the best days I've ever had on a motorcycle. I never imagined I'd be riding out 50-foot wheelies after just one day in the program--but that's exactly what happened. There's nothing better than learning away from traffic and other cars, in a controlled environment, while being watched and coached by one of the best to ever do it. I can't wait to keep learning, and I've already signed up for the cornering class. I highly recommend taking a course with Superbike Coach. Absolutely worth it! read more
6 days ago
9/20/26 Wheelie course was very well structured. My goal was to feel comfortable should I ever "accidentally" do a wheelie. It safe to say that at the end of the course, my goal was achieved. I was able to get some air time but was able to "control" and pass my fear. I would definitely be returning again to take more courses and repeat the wheelie class. The superbike Coach team very very patient and gave specific feedback throughout the day with video so you can see what was missing. Thank you Coach Can, Chris, Mark, Dean, Jill and Rick who was an undercover Coach! Highly recommend Superbike Coach if you are serious about being safe and learning the proper way to ride a motorcycle. read more
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Glad you made it through this Jimmy. You got it!
7 months ago
Cornering School Day 1-3 course is fantastic! Coach Can has a unique approach to teaching valuable skills that not only build a solid and safe foundation of motorcycle riding but a genuine understanding of the basic riding principles. Whether you're a beginner or experienced rider, I highly recommend taking this course. Little 99 trackway in Stockton provides the perfect environment given its short and technical layout, even for a small track. Coach Can's passion is felt and his mission is to ensure that every rider passes and becomes a smarter, cooler-headed, and adaptive rider. What more can I say other than encourage you to sign up?! All levels are always welcomed and trust me, you will not regret it! read more
5 months ago
These classes motivate me to push myself on my motorcycle journey. I have taken all 3 cornering classes and they are beyond amazing. There is so much information that I am sure I'll be taking repeats again. But the best part is how it all started to connect during the body position and knee down class. I was not able to get my knee down in class but with the technique I go drilled on and my determination I was able to get my knee down the following day on my own. I have a long way to go but look forward to retaking his classes and hopefully join him on a track day read more
5 months ago
I can't say enough good things about the Superbike Coach program. Coach Can and his team are the absolute best. I started with his classes in January, only 2 months into my riding journey. The amount of confidence I gained on the bike after just Cornering School Day 1 was immediate and invaluable. Since then, I have taken Day 2 twice, Day 3, Knee Down, and will do Day 1 all over again later this month. So much improvement in such little time. My level of confidence & trust in myself & my bikes have skyrocketed. I just got my knee down!! Take these classes. You will not regret it. read more
2 months ago
Updates: This comment is not trying to attack anyone, it's simply a reflection of my thought after I had the 2 courses experience. I have no profit conflict with you, why I spend 30 minutes make a 1 star comment if I experienced everything really good? I just want what happened bad don't happen again. If you decide to change, to improve, and make sure the same thing don't happen again, for sure I will respect you instead of arguing here. Just not joking on student in the future. For the reschedule and refund stuff, it doesn't matter that much. In the first knee down class, 80% of the students including me never attend any course before, you let everyone in, that contradict to what you said in the latest comment. And then you bet and joked on the dude who high sided his cruiser. For the discount for comment, im apologize if I remember wrong, it's 2+ years ago. But you did ask everyone aggressively on making comment. Im not a comment writing guy, only 7 comments on google and yelp in so many years. For the dispute, the coach let everyone attend the knee down class when we didn't take any of the course, so of course we thought it's not a hard limit but a suggestion. And the booking web does not block you to do so. Then, you emailed my friend says he cannot attend the course, but no reschedule or refund since it's in 2 weeks of course date. If the bank think everything is right on your side, the dispute won't be approve. Also, I'm not bragging, I clearly know there are so many riders including coach Can ride much better than me and there are still so many things about riding I can learn. I want to let people know what happened and I'm regret I didn't update this comment earlier to let people know what happened. ========== I finally remembered to update this "5 star comment". All the good comments I wrote and the 5 stars are because the coach asked to and I was so new to motorcycle at the time. Now here is the reason why I changed my mind. Short version: 1. In the knee down class, the coach said "I bet this guy will crash for 5 dollar". The. That dude really high sided. The coach didn't warn of teach him but instead joking around. At that time I thought crash like that is normal and won't cause injury, because the coach acts so chill and joking around. But now I know even slow high sides can cause my friend broke his collarbone. 2. His website doesn't block you booking anything or saying anything about strictly take courses in sequence. Then he refuse to let you go to the day 2 class because you didn't go to day 1, and refuse to reschedule or refund because it's "within 2 weeks of course". 3. When I wanted to reschedule, he replies: "You lost believes in what you've liked so much? I guess I won't see you in day 3 then." See the screenshot. Coach Can is a pro rider no doubt, he is highly skilled, super fast, but I'll leave it to you whether this course worth or not. As a conclusion, I don't recommend completely new rider or someone wants to learn a lot go to this camp/course. I hope in the future the coach does not joke on student high side instead of warn and teach. Character limit reached, had to delete some of my original comments. read more
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3 months ago
Passionate, direct, and knowledgeable. What more could you want? Took Day 1 of the cornering class and looking forward to the next two classes in the series and the suspension tuning. One of the best instructors I have had regardless of what they are instructing. Lots of information dropped throughout the day - pay attention and absorb everything you can including when you are watching others on the track. read more
4 months ago
Beginner 1 on 1 class was excellent ! Coach Can told me to relax and don't over think which solved issue. I attended a beginners class at a big box motorcycle store before and was not confident to ride after.Coach Can, if you are reading this i want to thank u. You are HIM ! Looking forward to the cornering class. read more
2 months ago
I'm a beginner in my late 50s and was riding in less than 30 minutes. I took the Basic 1 on 1 and Can Akkaya was on his A game. He was patient, clear, precise, informative and a joy while instructing me. I will be doing Cornering next and I'm so happy this training and these courses are offered. I appreciate his honesty and directness. See you soon for more training and keep up the great work. Thank you. read more
1 year ago
9/9/2025 update: I have now taken five classes with Coach and can't recommend him and his team highly enough. If you are on the fence, get off and sign up now. If you think you will be the worst one in the class, you might be right, but the support you'll get from Coach, his team and your classmates will put you at ease, and if you fully engage and put your trust in them, you quickly won't recognize yourself as a rider. After completing Cornering School Days 1, 2 and 3, along with the Suspension Workshop, my son and were chatting with each other saying "can you imagine riding a motorcycle and NOT having taken these classes?" I know it makes me sound like a crazy person, but it feels literally criminally unsafe to imagine folks out there riding without the skills you'll learn from Coach. True no matter what kind of motorcycle you ride, but especially true if you ride any kind of high performance motorcycle. It's like being unplugged from the Matrix. Eye opening does not begin to describe the experience. I thought in taking these classes, I would learn how to be more confident through corners on the street and track, and while that's exactly what I have gotten, I wasn't prepared for how cool (and radical) the skills are that add up to that kind of confidence. Everything I had hoped I would get out of the classes, I did, and yet they have helped me realize just how tall the mountain is, how far below base camp I truly am, and yet have shown me the path to climb to my max potential. I mentioned I took five classes, but only listed four different classes above, and that's not a typo. The fifth class I took is a repeat of Cornering School Day 1. In fact I plan to repeat all three days of Cornering School, and likely _more than once_. I met classmates who have been through all three days multiple times. Why would anyone do that? In short: these classes are THAT packed with information and experiential learning. It's not just the reps on track, these classes are that effective. The physical and psychological environment are that effective. Feeling your knowledge, skill set, confidence and as a result your pace on the track increase is that effective. Coach and his team are insanely motivating and they truly and deeply care about what they are doing and about their students. The man wears his heart on his sleeve, and pours his entire heart and soul into what he is doing. So again, stop what you are doing and sign up for Cornering School Day 1 now. You quite literally won't recognize yourself on a motorcycle after. read more
1 year ago
Update! I completed day 3 of the cornering class. The difference amazing! I really can't say enough about these classes. The ability of Coach to not only explain but to demonstrate the skills make these classes easy to understand for anyone! They not only cover cornering, they cover extremely useful safety skills that could not only save your life but could also save others as well. I have been fortunate to be able to book a track rookie day, body positioning day, group ride instruction day and repeating day 1 of the cornering class. All of the skills I have learned thus far have come in handy already. UBER EVERYTHING...if you want to know more then stop reading and go book the class! October 5, 2025 is cornering day 1, I'll see you there!!! Update 2: Body Positioning & Knee Down class Imagine yoga, but angrier, and on a motorcycle. Muscles I haven't used since middle school gym class suddenly woke up to scream at me. But now I finally know how to take corners without looking like I'm trying to wrestle a shopping cart with a bad wheel. The Vibe The team? Hilarious. The atmosphere? Like group therapy but with motorcycles. The feedback? Brutally honest but always helpful. They clap when you do well, they correct when you don't, and somehow you leave feeling both destroyed and uplifted. Pro Tips Bring more water than you think you need. Pack snacks (fuel for you, not just the bike). Cash for lunch--it's not Michelin-starred, but it slaps after hours of sweating. Wheelie class exists. Yes, really. And yes, it's as fun as it sounds. Final Verdict If you ride anything with two wheels--sport bike, cruiser, scooter, grandma's moped--you need this. I thought I was a rider before. Turns out I was just a passenger on a bad idea. Now? I'm safer, smarter, and way more confident. 10/10 would recommend. 0/10 ego left intact. read more
6 months ago
Absolutely Transformed My Riding - Best Investment in My Skills Ever! I just completed the Superbike Coach cornering class Day 1 and I can honestly say it was one of the most valuable experiences I've had on two wheels. I've been riding sportbikes for years, but I always felt like I had a ceiling on my confidence in the corners. This class completely blew that ceiling away. The instructors are absolute legends - patient, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about helping riders improve. They broke down cornering technique in a way that finally made everything click. By the end of the day, I was hitting corners smoother, faster, and with way more confidence than I ever thought possible. The feedback was immediate, constructive, and personalized. No ego, just pure skill-building. If you're serious about becoming a better rider--whether you're a track day regular or just want to feel safer and more capable on twisty roads--this class is an absolute must. The value is insane for what you get. I'm already planning to come back for the next level. Huge thanks to the entire Superbike Coach team. You guys are changing lives (and saving tires) one apex at a time! Would give 10 stars if I could. Book it. You won't regret it. Scotty from Byron, CA read more
2 years ago
01/26/2025: I seriously fell in love with this course. I did the Cornering School Day 1. It was my first time being on a track and I have been riding for only 5 months. This is hands-down the best bang for your buck course I've seen. I brought my personal bike (2005 Yamaha FJR1300) and didn't have to do anything to it to run it on the track (no tape or wiring). So, very convenient! It's a go kart track, so you're not going super fast. You can bring virtually any type of bike. The price is very affordable. The instruction is top notch. The staff are great. Beginners like myself can do this course and not feel overwhelmed. Advanced riders can be in the faster groups and have a blast. This course and school are seriously for all rider types and levels. So many students were repeats and had gone through multiple levels. The only thing I could see turning people off is Coach's banter, humor, and instruction style. He's very in your face, hard nosed, no BS, NOT POLITICALLY CORRECT. I'm a Marine so I fuckin love it. BUT ALSO.... You can seriously tell that this guy CARES and wants to keep you ALIVE and safe in whatever motorcycle venture you choose. I signed up already to repeat Day 1, and also booked Days 2 and 3 for later in the year. Just gotta figure out my funky work schedule and then I'll sign up for more (wheelie course, knee down and body position, suspension workshop, they have SO MUCH). Ok, think I'm cutting this review off. If you can't tell, I had the best time lol. UPDATE 02/23/2025: I took Day 1 again, followed by Day 2 the day after. So many things were reinforced. I moved so much faster and smoother, even riding a big, heavy bike. I can only blame the amazing instruction... Can't wait to do Day 3, then pretty regularly repeat the course all the way through. So many students have done that. read more
1 year ago
Spent the weekend doing the Knees Down Wheels Up Weekend Double Header after having done the Cornering School series and I have nothing but positive things to say. But I can't stress this enough: You should _really_ do Cornering School first. I can tell you for a fact that the process of going through Cornering School and meeting a bunch of people that showed up to the same classes this weekend made it that much more special. It's not a class as much as it is a family (Possibly cult, but a good kind, really), and seeing how people grow, change bikes, and support each other as you get better at the primary points of handling a motorcycle will make getting your knee down on your bike that much easier. Also, neither a power wheelie nor dragging limbs will be the defining factor in a life-or-death situation on the street. That said: Getting the chance to ride _6_ different bikes over the weekend (Two minis, the wheelie machine, two different race-spec supermotos, all on top of the Zero S I came in on) was an absolute blast. The cheers from your classmates when you get your first knee down, pop your first wheelie on the strip, or even when you send it a bit too hard in a comical fashion is absolutely worth it. The entire team is warm, friendly, with straight fire banter amongst each other and the class. Dean is an epic photographer who has absolutely added more pictures of me looking far better on my bikes than I actually am. Yes the pictures are free. Seriously though, if you've been giving your McDonald's cashier tips you can certainly give something back to someone dedicating their week (because goes through thousands of photos to filter out the best ones) to documenting your journey. If I can get my other bike fixed in time, definitely going to do Track Rookie at Thunderhill and experience what will likely be one of the most well run "big track" days that I will have in my two-wheeled educational career. read more
1 year ago
Went to the next level with SuperBike Coach and entered the Supermoto race practice course. Lots more to learn and build on. Lecture, drills and friendly racing. Will sign up again and again, its worth repeating, and feeling like family. :-) read more
6 months ago
I am forever grateful for Coach Can and his team for teaching me necessary survival skills to make me confident and to help me love riding motorcycles again after a 10 year hiatus from a nasty work accident that left me with nerve and balancing issues. I also ate shit with one of my bikes after completing the notorious MSF course did worse than teaching nothing; they screamed at me and taught me horrible habits where Day 1 Cornering I literally almost lit Coach Can's rental bike's rear brake on fire. I have a longer detailed Google Review detailing my Cornering Course Day 1, 2, and 3 progress. If someone as slow, as physically broken down and as unexperienced as I can finish the course without eating shit all the way, then anyone can so dont feel intimidated. After Day 1, I already felt comfortable enough to get back on my own bike and commute across bay area bridges in heavy traffic. That's how good Coach Can and his team are! Their experience, expertise, attention to detail and price for each class (hefty discount given if repeating Cornering Course after you've done all 3 Cornering Class days) are unmatched. And if you are in doubt about taking any of his classes because of someone's 1 star review about how he 'uses the N word liberally', is disrespectful, creates cultish environment, etc.. I was in the same class sitting to the right side of this very individual. What this person said cannot be further from the truth. I am a very visible minority from across the Pacific pond with a pretty bad accent in my English. I did not hear Coach Can or his staff addressing anyone with the N word or disrespectfully at any point. I was never even yelled at even though I stuck out sorely as Coach Can's worst performing student! And boy was I yelled at way more at MSF. Bottom line: if you have an ego where you need to pay someone to hear what you want to hear all the time to make you feel good, there are other.. eh hem...'services' for that and you in the wrong place here. But if you want someone to be brutally honest with you, look you dead in the eye to tell you what you can improve to save your behind in an unforgiving hobby and environment, then there is no team better than Coach Can and Superbike Coach Corp! Thank you Coach Can, Marion, Jill, Nick, Dean for saving my life! read more
2 years ago
I had an awesome Wheelie course with coach Can yesterday! I went from nobody to pulling 3rd gear power wheelies for 5-7 seconds. One of the other coaches also pulled out a professional camera for photos and videos, and I loved the fact that they didn't ask any extra money for it. Also, the compound is really nice with a grippy track, shaded area to relax, and proper restrooms. read more
2 years ago
Just finished the 3 day Cornering school with Coach Can and his team. It was an amazing 3 months. I learned so much, about bike riding, life, and so much more. Made great friends and became part of a family. I recommend this for any rider at any level, and even those who want a community. I've signed up for the Track Day rookie class in November and can't wait to get my suit and get on it! Thank you to all the coaches and the lovely Marion for all the support and energy. read more
Coach Can is my #1 recommendation for anyone learning to ride, learning to ride better or for experienced riders looking to improve! I have been taking Coaches's classes for years, and learn something each and every time. While is the "Superbike Coach" you don't have to be riding a superbike to join. Check out the photos on his webside and you will see dirt bikes, Harley's, cruisers and yes, race set up sport bikes. If you are riding, you should be learning. If you are learning, this is a fantastic place to do it! read more
4 years ago
04FEB2023 UPDATE: Since the last review, I completed the Cornering School series, dragged my knee multiple times at the Knee Down course, and even managed a (somewhat weak) wheelie with my Ninja 400 at the Wheelie Course. I'm retaking the Cornering School with a liter bike now, and I'm STILL learning so much every time. For example, turns out that the skills I learned on the Ninja 400 are a LOT harder to pull off on a liter bike due to the power, weight, throttle control, etc. Luckily you get 1/2 off the Cornering School classes once you complete the series the first time around :). They're also putting on a full-feature, private track day at Thunderhill in August this year!! Can't wait to see how my skills translate to the big track. Everything I've learned has also made me a more confident and safer commuter on the road--I'd consider the Cornering School to also be a fantastic overview of the most important skills that will keep you safe as a commuter or frequent road rider. At some point I'd also love to take the Road Skills course which examines public-road-oriented riding skills in detail. Anyone reading this, STOP READING AND SIGN UP! This is easily the best-value riding school in Northern California, nevermind the students flying in from other states. You'll make great friends, tremendously improve your riding, and get some sweet photos to boot... IF you can even get a spot! read more
3 years ago
Superbike-Coach has once again helped me increase my riding skill on the track with honest feedback during the 1-on-3 track drill at Thunderhill West on 6/4/23. I knew where I was having issues/losing time on the track, as things just didn't feel "in the zone" on those corners and Coach Can of course saw WHY suggested fixes and it's now up to me to implement them. He also provides general feedback on riding style, how focused you are in general on your lines and whether you get distracted by other riders or events happening around you on the track. All things you learn about and are given tools to address in the Cornering School classes. I need to tighten up and be more rigorous in my application of the things I learned, but which I was not implementing correctly during the day. It's very much worth the price and experience to work with Coach Can, especially on more than one occasion. He remembers your progress from days and classes past. Riding with Coach is riding with a friend. An honest friend that gives meaningful and honest feedback. He isn't trying to be mean when he points out any deficiencies that might be slowing you down. He's just letting you know these are the areas you need to address to go faster and ride better. My understanding of riding and the capabilities of myself and the motorcycle have expanded so much after taking classes with Can. Riding is a passion and pastime and how I relax and enjoy life to the fullest. I'm happy Can and his team have helped me with this wonderful lifestyle. read more
4 years ago
Review is based on cornering school, day 1. Tldr; it's fun, coach is a character, you suck less at the end of the day. Coach Can is an incredibly dedicated and passionate motorcycle racer, rider & instructor. He is just as quick to call you an ass hole and make you do pushups as he is to call you pumpkin and give you a pat on the back. The three day setup of the cornering school allows you to focus on one to two topics per track session rather than trying to break all habits and build new ones in a single day. Like any learning, you must approach the day excited & eager to learn with an open mind, ready to absorb the lessons. If coach sees this & you engage with him and his team you will benefit from the class. read more
4 years ago
Cornering Days 1,2,3. I have spent the last week trying to absorb the AWESOMENESS that is Coach Can and the team at Superbike Coach. I have been mucking about for the last 8 years riding around without understanding the physics (still working on the physics) and knowing what things to practice that make a real difference. Completing the Cornering Days classes has helped me grow as a rider. The repetition of riding on the track helps exponentially with the practice and adjustments. You have the opportunity to break bad habits and reinforce better ways to do things. This series of classes is really for everyone. I am planning on doing the series of classes again on a different bike to explore how my other bike reacts under the same circumstances. In short, the classes are well though out with time for questions. New theory is introduced followed by real application when riding immediately afterwards. This style of teaching has been very helpful in "bringing home" the new skills. I trust Coach and his team. When my children get ready to ride, they won't be doing MSF, they will be taking Coach's cornering classes. I wish I had found out about him years ago. read more
3 years ago
Finished day 1 of cornering class and I'm way more informed and confident than before. Highly recommended! read more
3 years ago
Cornering School Day 2 was AMAZING! I feel so much more confident every time I complete a training session. I can't wait until Day 3 and every other class they offer. I highly highly recommend these trainings if you want to feel more confident on your bike but most importantly, much safer! read more
3 years ago
This class is a must for anyone on 2 wheels. I've never really thought class stuff was for me but I was wrong. I have been riding for over 12 years and thought I knew most things about riding. I've taken cornering day one and day two and can't wait to take day 3. Little 99 is a great course to learn fundamentals and get real world hands on practice. Coach is hands on and teaches you how to fix your bad habits and learn new skills. The only thing he asks is you put your heart into it and try. I can't say enough good about the course and the people involved. Will definitely keep returning! read more
5 years ago
These clases are great and couch has a lot of great information that he shares that you won't find anywhere else. As a former professional GP racer he has more knowledge than most trainers. If you come with an open mind and desire to learn, you won't be disappointed! Just don't be late or try to bs your way through his class or you'll be doing a lot of push ups! In short, the best class you can get at any price and he has the best prices as well! read more
5 years ago
I attended the 1 day wheelie course in Stockton and it was a blast! Coach Can and his team have a good setup and lesson structure to help you start gaining confidence in getting the front end up. I rented their bike for the class instead of using my own and I think it was worth doing so if you're new to wheelies as I definitely came down hard on the forks a couple of times. Highly recommend! I'll be signing up for another class soon. read more
3 years ago
I have been riding on the street for 10 years and felt that I was a fairly good rider. I took the day 1 cornering class and found out there was still so much to learn! Can and his team make the information easily digestible for brand new riders and experienced, and everyone leaves improved. Looking forward to continuing the cornering series and expanding my knowledge further. read more
3 years ago
Highly recommend taking the beginner lessons with Coach Can. He is very knowledgeable, and his experience speaks to it. He was very patient, calm, and had a lot of tips and tricks to help me get comfortable riding. He could tell me exactly where I needed to correct my skills, and it made a difference. I literally did not think I would be riding within the hour. He made that happen, esp. with someone who is a complete black slate. Bonus was being able to rent his bike, because I wasn't sure I could even ride. The price of the lesson, renting the bike, and having a professional like Coach Can made the experience amazing enough to sign up for more lessons! read more
3 years ago
Knee down yes, but so much more! Attended Coach Can's Superbike Coach Knee Down class and was impressed by the level of knowledge and enthusiasm of Coach and his team. Some schools teaching knee down may have you doing circles around cones in a parking lot all day, but not here. This class is done on an actual track (Little 99 Speedway) and Coach is methodical while teaching students how to use proper cornering lines, throttle control, and whole-body positioning that leads up to being able to scrap pucks by the end of the day. Drills are done on smaller motorcycles, provided by SBC, which make it easier to learn the techniques and students don't have to worry about sliding out on their own bikes. The day ends with students practicing knee down technique on their own motorcycles, but no one was pushed past their own capabilities. Another great job by SBC!! read more
3 years ago
Coach, I just wanted to thank you again and acknowledge the benefit of all the training and teaching you have provided me. On Saturday I was riding with a buddy that we have taken many rides together over the last couple years. We were out by Lake Berryessa on our way back home and he crashed - going wide in a corner. I don't attribute it to excessive speed, but poor lane position through an "S" type curve. He was wearing full gear and was able to ride home on a bit busted up bike. He also is mostly uninjured, maybe a slight concussion and a sore shoulder. My gratitude stems from feeling so much more comfortable riding, feeling so much more connected to the bike, and the security of feeling like I in so much more control. I told you about my wide-turn experience on Mines Rd that scared the piss out of me, but I was just going too fast and needed to be humbled. Anyways, THANK YOU COACH! I hope to come out for a class later this year, I always want to learn and keep the skills fresh. I know you are crazy busy, but I hope y'all are having some fun too. You are making a HUGE difference Coach!!! read more
2 years ago
I attended my first cornering class finally and it was an amazing experience. The price is a bargain for a day of training and the instructors are top notch. Can is very direct and unfiltered which some may have trouble with however this comes from his passion for the sport and teaching others. I am looking forward to the additional classes they have to offer. Thank you for making me a better rider! read more
3 years ago
This is a no BS motorcycle track training from Coach Can. His unorthodox style of training is unique and very good. I booked all the 3 cornering training and this was my Cornering Day1 session. Glad that I couldn't book other training courses as this one hits the spot. Learned and unlearned a lot about motorcycle riding and the riding etiquettes. After every teaching session there was a track session where we could implement what we just learnt. I could see the improvement in my riding in each session and applied it on my way back home which was fun. Can and his wife have a great team. I definitely recommend Superbike-Coach as it's worth it. Looking forward to my Cornering Day2 & Day3 sessions. read more
3 years ago
Attended the 1st cornering class today. This is real life no nonsense training. They are it here to just take $. The information we learned today could very well save lives! It is not a simple "training class. I've ridden for years and attended day 1. I had issues that needed correcting and it made sense and it made physics sense also. Make sure to tell "Coach" if you're from Germany too!! Coach loves Germany. read more
3 years ago
Have done cornering and wheelies class, great coach, pretty blunt, but has the heart to make sure you really learn, all about your safety and being a better rider every day! Overall these are great classes in a safe environment and no matter how many years you've been riding, you learn a lot through all the classes! And a lot of FREE great pictures! read more
4 years ago
Despite having ridden motorcycles since I was 13, I find the Coach Can's classes incredibly valuable to become a better, more self aware, and safer rider. I am now at the point where I have completed the 3 days of cornering school, and I am now repeating those classes because they are that good. There is a lot to learn, and every time I go through the content and the exercises I pick up something new - whether it's slightly better lines and apex choices, or a different approach to gear shifts. For example, I challenged myself to do the whole track in 3rd gear, and learned a lot about the value of running higher gears in certain sections of the track. These classes are a lot of fun, I scratch the itch of going faster and taking risks that aren't safe to take on public roads, and gain confidence that may very well save my a$$ one day. Strongly recommended regardless of your riding level! read more
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Superbike-Coach is a highly reviewed advanced motorcycle riding school in California We teach street and track riders of all ages and levels in our popular programs on a small race track, because rider training on a parking lot isn't really efficient. Superbike Coach makes better riders with better programs: Cornering School Days 1-4 - For street and track riders on a small race track without extra track fees Road Skill 1-on-1 coaching - For street riders of all ages, levels, and categories Motorcycle Track Days at Thunderhill Raceway - For all riders of all ages, levels and bike types Wheelie Course - For street and track riders, and racers of all ages Knee Down - For street and track riders, and racers of all ages Motorcycle Tours - We guide you on individually selected roads Track Drill 1-on-1 coaching - For all riders and racers of all ages and levels Supermotard 1-on-1 - For street and track riders, and racers of all ages Laguna Seca specials - For everyone who dreams about the Corkscrew We operate mainly in Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area, but our motorcycle tours are nationwide. Can Akkaya and his Superbike-Coach Corp are also the official rider trainer for the Beale United States Air Force base.
History
Established in 2009.
Since 2006 the Superbike-Coach coached groups and individuals in Europe and the United States We offer programs for street as well as track riders of all levels and motorcycle categories. We are teaching MotoGP riding techniques to street riders. Our advanced motorcycle riding school is located in California, where we teach MotoGP riding techniques. Are you stuck but you don't know why? Do you want more confidence and control? Can Akkaya, owner of the Superbike-Coach Corp, has spent a lifetime mastering the MotoGP riding techniques which can teach you correct ways to ride better, safer, and faster while avoiding costly and painful mistakes. This wide range of riding programs is designed to help every motorcyclist.
Meet the Business Owner: Can Akkaya C.
Can Akkaya is an ex-pro racer and won his last international race Can is at home on all European racetracks that you might know from the TV coverage of MotoGP events. He started racing in 1985, was German Track Trophy Vice-Champion 1991, achieved a couple of pole positions and a few international victories and podium spots. He raced in the German IDM Championships as a professional in 1992, Dutch Open, and did one European Championship race. "Never Surrender" was his maxim, and his fans called him "Crazy Can"- or his '36 the number of the beast'. After his retirement from racing in end of 1995, he enjoyed riding all types of motorcycles including Choppers, Cruisers, Supermoto's and Moto-Cross. Can also worked as a test rider for race bike engineering, and in the development of leather motorcycle racing suits. From 2006 he has been an instructor for track days all over Europe. Can has taught nearly 4000 students until today. In retirement his bad-ass riding style
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What are the rental bikes if I decide not to bring my own bike?
Depends for which program. We have Supermotos for the wheelie class and Ninja 300 for the other programs
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You don't get a certificate for the dmv. You do however get something much more valuable. You get years of experience taught by someone that won't B.S. you. You can see his reviews for yourself.
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5 years ago
Subject: SBC Day 2 Cornering School Part 1 Day 2 was a workout ! After the first class session we walked the entire course identifying waypoints, (places to initiate turns) and identified and studied the proper line for all the bends and turns on the course. I found this exercise particularly helpful at the hairpins and s-es, I'll touch on those turns in detail later. During one of the successive classroom sessions we were introduced to COUNTER STEERING. When we began the track session that followed the lecture we were introduced to an exercise designed to teach counter steering. We were required to ride the motorcycle one-handed. You had to use the right hand because that's the throttle hand, crazy counter intuitive stuff while the instructors were constantly telling you to go faster. I plodded along trying to make it around the course without screwing up, (too badly) somewhere around lap three I got it going and made it through the last series of s-es with some confidence and then really got it going during lap four and five. Talk about counterintuitive and crazy weird; but when I got to put two hands on the Handlebars, my cornering time was almost cut in half. It was like somebody else was put on the motorcycle, my mind n body were taken over by someone who knew how to ride. The amazing thing is that this new skill didn't go away during the next lap or the lap after that; the cornering only got better. I had learned something really useful, and I'd learned how to do it correctly. We were also taught a rapid direction change maneuver. Pretty sure I totally botched it 3 times, and once about 80% right, and got it totally right only once out of 5 times. It was counter intuitive. So I plan to practice the maneuver till I get it right. I learned that you have to put behind you what you just screwed up and focus on doing the next thing right, it happens so fast and it's so much fun. It's difficult to describe the anticipation, and pure joy of the "on track thrill" of accomplishing successive objectives that are improving your skills. It was an exhilarating day. SBC Day 2 Cornering School Part 2 I was excited to write a review about Cornering School Day 2 a few days after I completed the class but was reluctant to post it because I felt that without an actual road test it wouldn't be an incomplete review. I decided to test myself on a road that presented some challenges for me in the past. The subject of my test was a road called "Scott Rd" it connects to Highway 50 via Prairie city Road and runs adjacent to the Sacramento Valley RV Park where they hold the Hang Town Races every year. Scott Road runs from Grant line Road pretty much all the way to Rancho Murieta where it dead ends into Highway 160. There are numerous hair pins in both directions and lots of high speed sweeping bends, some with constricting radiuses. Some of the hair pins are marked 10 miles an hour and I remember going through them in first gear. I got to the first hairpin and was moving at a fair clip, 55 to 60 miles an hour and downshifted from 5th to 3rd, when I looked at the bend again to set up my line I said to myself this is turn six, left it in third gear and cruised around the corner never looking at the speedometer, when I got to the next turn it looked like another turn at the little 99 speedway but to the right, it was marked 20 miles an hour. After I picked my line and hit the Apex I looked down at my speedometer and I was doing between 35 and 40 and said to myself, shit, this is fantastic; and so it went all the way till I got to Jackson Highway, also known as Highway 160. I had a big grin on my face. That was so much fun, so I turned around and did it again in the opposite direction. There are some fairly fast twisties with some off canter corners where for a moment I saw myself looking squarely at a grill and decided that I needed a hug that turn a lot more n Press down on the handle bar to countersteer more effectively and improve my line and pass that car while in the middle of my lane. That was a real deer in headlights moment, also known as a sphincter alert, but I was past that guy who is probably saying to himself crazy asshole motorcycle rider !!! I was clipping along at a fairly good rate. I felt really good about having the tools to initiate an immediate recovery while in a potentially compromising situation (running at a high speed through a tight bend). The bad news is I kept on pushing until I got to the hairpins and then decided to take them in a civilized manner, because I could. This test ride showed me that I had picked up some real time skills and was able to implement almost instantaneously what was needed to manage my position on the roadway. I'm still not the fastest guy around those hairpins but I'm definitely 50% faster than I was initially, and felt comfortable that I was in control of my bike on the roadway. I wasn't as apprehensive of taking the turns at speed as I had been in the past. read more
8 years ago
As a disabled person, Coach pushed me to my limits, while understanding my limitations. Might I add that I ride with inline skates for my disability and Coach was skeptical, but got on board once I proved that I could handle it. He removed the Ego that students show in such situations that cause problems. That fostered a friendly and familial environment for learning. I look forward to further developing my GP skills in future classes for safe riding. Kudos Coach Can. Cornering Class 1: The fundamentals, building blocks, are defined that are necessary in building your foundation for riding. I had been riding for 35+ years and came with a Hayabusa on lil 99 racetrack, which made me concentrate on technique rather than brute power from the bike. I learned focus, lines and emergency braking. There was plenty of riding around the track, which solidified my understanding. 1 on 3 Riding: I signed up for a 1 on 2 session with my H2, which was very insightful watching Coach Can demonstrate lines as I followed. Following on real roads made it very interesting and fun to see the application of viewing and focusing in the real world. I plan on doing a 1 on 1 with some roads that I regularly practice on in the near future. Wheelie Class: Techniques for doing wheelie's are discussed with multiple stations to teach you the skills. I was riding my H2, ~575 lbs, which is heavy and will flip with traction control off, so I recommend bringing a smaller bike or renting one of Coach's bikes. While I did not conquer wheelies on my bike, I did learn the concepts and will keep practicing as I get more familiar with my bike. I did get it up, just did not find the balance point, which my highest priority was not crashing and I did not. Since, I had traction control on it was limiting me hitting the balance point, doh!! Cornering Class 2: Coach went over counter-steering, body position and uber counter-steering. These were very good techniques to add to my repertoire and I discovered that my disability was limiting my ability to do counter-steering. Coach pointed this out and I have a task of doing my Yoga and strengthening my back to improve my bike biomechanics on my H2. I was adept at body positioning from many years of riding, but Coach introduced transitional positioning to make it even better. The crown jewel, uber counter-steering, was a mind blower that goes against common sense. However, the physics of the bike allow life-saving maneuvers that are a must for any daily rider! But, beware Coach has tricks up his sleeve to check your understanding and make you more adept. Cornering Class 3: Coach and I had a frank discussion about my knee positioning, while wearing skates. It puts my knees 1-2 inches higher on the gas tank, which means I am not able to fit the ergonomics of the bike. We discussed alternatives including lowering the foot pegs that will totally facilitate and enhance my riding. This is a work in progress ... Advanced riding is discussed, while going over all that we have learned in classes 1 and 2, wrapping it all into a useful package. We went over trail braking, which is a must for the everyday rider, confidence, braking for steering, throttle control and advanced counter-steering. At this point, I am really starting to see the benefits, as I practice on local roads. My twisty confidence is much higher, even with my limitations, as my biomechanics along with the Motorcycle ergonomics are getting better each day I ride. Once I have the foot pegs oriented for my skates, then I will be pushing the limits of my ability with corrected and precise body positioning. Cornering Class 4: Due in October read more
8 years ago
GIST Day 1 Cornering school Pros: Well paced, qualified and effective instructor/exercises, good value, perfect learning environment, sweet pictures Cons: Sometime's confusing/vague instructions, Day 1, 2, 3 schedule is far apart Some tips -Wear full race-gear -Trailer your bike -Don't push yourself -Go with a friend This is my honest review, take it as you like! I have been riding a naked sport bike as a commuter for just under a year and wanted to learn how to ride the bike properly to eventually attend track days at big tracks. I did not want to learn on canyon roads with all its dangerous unknowns. I was originally attracted to Superbike-Coach due to its controlled learning environment: a closed go-kart track with a variety of slow technical sections, fast sweepers and straits with little to hit in case of a crash (which happened to my friend!) I signed up for Day 1 at first to see if the quality and pace of instruction warranted the extra fees for Day 2 and 3. Though there are improvements that can be made, it definitely is! Coach Can is an exceptionally qualified (allllmost-MotoGP) and a great teacher. He is indeed in-your-face but only to highlight things you are doing wrong. (his personality doesn't suit all types, mainly those who are egocentric) The class is very well paced. Splitting the course into three days allowed me to focus on each exercise more and progressively build my skills. Otherwise I'd be lost trying to remember racing lines, body positions, control inputs, etc all at once. I really enjoyed the amount of riding we got and thought the classroom instruction was also well timed. Some Tips, if at all possible: These all stem from a nasty crash my friend suffered during the bonus session at the end of the day. -Trailer your bike: thankfully we drove with my truck to the class together and I was able to carry his broken bike home and meet him at the hospital -Wear full race gear: He was wearing textile pants that were not zipped to his textile jacket and had external Velcro knee pads. Good enough for a slow crash at a stop light, but not the ~60mph highside he suffered. He needed stitches from a messed up knee and road rash. Wear leather zip together suits with integrated hard points. I got all my gear for less than 500 and would have left him unscathed. -Don't push yourself: If you ski/snow board, you know the last session is where you get hurt. Coach warned us. It happened. To multiple people in our group. Don't do it if you're tired. -Go with a friend: We were able to help unload bikes and I could take care of him post-crash in the hospital. I also didn't run the last session just in case... Improvements/suggestions for the class: - Perform a track walk in addition to classroom racing line exercise. It was hard to visualize the line on the black board - During the braking exercise, we were first told to "brake hard, then trail off" but were expected to perform a stoppie. I'd clarify before the drill. Overall a great experience. I already signed up for day 2, 3 and a track day! Edit: Just want to clarify that the crash wasn't the classes fault. It could have happened to anyone! Simply clipped a rumble strip on the track and unsettled the bike. read more
7 years ago
I worked with Coach Can 1 on 1 at the Little 99 Track in Stockton. We started about 10:30 AM and finished at 4:00 PM. I came into this after a full season of track days the previous year and having taken a few California Superbike School courses. I wanted to get a jump start on the upcoming track season. There were a few things I wanted to work on from last season and felt like I needed personalized attention to really hone in on those and to me, it seemed logical that I could work on these on a smaller, lower speed track with a dedicated instructor. Coach Can and I exchanged a few e-mails and he had an opening so we worked out the logistics. I sent Coach Can a video clip and highlighted some of the parts of the track that have been challenging for me and some skills that need improvement. These areas included: * A lack of confidence in low speed tight turns (~40mph and slower tight turns) and difficulty getting the bike turned in those * Accuracy with lines and consistently hitting apexes * Conscious counter-steering * Faster transitions in esses We met up at Little 99 in Stockton at 10:30. Initially we chatted about our respective backgrounds, goals, and structure for the day. Coach Can checked my bike and after his approval, sent me out to do a few laps to build some familiarity with the track and so that he could see my technique. From there, we started working through lines and timing for the track. Then we rode together taking turns in lead-follow. We stopped on and off track to discuss and review and repeat. We worked on the areas that I had mentioned to him and a couple of other things he observed. He had very specific focused drills to try and backup drills when one area wasn't working for me and he was able to explain the physics of what was going on and why I might have been struggling with specific areas. While I will be the first to tell you that I didn't walk away from it as a master of the areas (and didn't expect to be), Coach Can did give me some great tools to use to work on these areas and I definitely have respect for his knowledge and understanding and him being able to identify the problem areas and give me insight to be able to work on for the season. Coach Can was great to work with one on one. I had previously done a group course with him a couple of years ago and didn't love the format but it works well for most of the attendees (see his other reviews). It's certainly much more expensive to do a one-on-one than it is the group class, however for me it was well worth the additional cost. His traditional classes obviously get great reviews but I can heartily recommend working with him one-on-one if you know what you're after specifically. He's a very knowledgeable and capable rider and a very supportive instructor and can certainly help you break down your opportunities for improvement. read more
11 years ago
Awesome class and awesome coach! So I just finished Cornering School Day 1. What a great class and concept. Safe environment, step up in difficulties, coach on the track with you makes it feel like a 1 on 1, coach is a pro racer who has a tone of racing experience, no none sense concepts that you can't apply, family and friendly environment, and great team spirit. All that for an amazing, no hassle, price. My goal was to be able to go to the track on a regular basis but I was not sure if I can do that safely yet. I looked around for track schools close to where I live and came across Superbike Coach School. I was attracted to the concept of starting on a small go-cart track then build up to a full size track. Also, Superbike Coach School offered the most diverse collection of classes that I have seen compared to any of the schools available online for an incredible price. The classes varies from cornering, street riding, knee down, track day, and even a wheelie class and more. It was a one-stop-shop but I didn't know where to start. I emailed the school asking questions about where to start and what bike I should use because I was not comfortable using my own bike. Coach Can replied very promptly with a plan, tailored for my goal, that made a lot of sense and made me feel at ease. I immediately booked the class and glad I did. Class day started on time, well organized, good balance between riding and instructions. Snacks, refreshment, free photography (they took 1500+ pics that day that will be posted for free downloads), plenty of parking, and FUN! I wanted to book the following Day 2 class but it was full. I talked to coach Can, he added me to the waiting list and sure enough, promptly received and email from him that a spot had opened. Immediately booked it and booked Day 3 as well. After I'm done, I'm also planning to sign up for the Knee Down and Wheelie classes..how fun I can't wait! Now, here is an example of how cool coach Can and his team are. After the class was over, I changed back to my regular clothes and started to head home which is an hour and 20 minutes away from the track. After driving for an hour, I had a feeling that I left something behind. I pulled over to check and sure enough found out that I left my helmet and gloves behind in the changing area (this was the track restrooms). I immediately called coach Can and left a msg. Again, as expected, he promptly responded to tell me that they found it, picked it up, and it was on its way to Tracy where I went and picked it up. Bottom line, coach Can and his team will go out of their way to give you a great riding and learning experience. read more
3 years ago
This is my second review of Superbike Coach, the first was about the Cornering School days 1-4 and can be found on Google reviews. I attended Coach's 1-on-4 track day this past Saturday (6/17/23) at Thunderhill West. Let me start by saying that if you are a beginner-intermediate rider you should definitely complete his Cornering School before getting out on track with him, as many of the lessons translate. With that being said, the track day with Coach was about as good as it can get. 95 degrees with a cool breeze made for sticky tires and comfortable off-track time. We started off the first three sessions by simply following Coach at an easy-moderate pace so that we could get familiar with the track, which really helped as it was my first time at Thunderhill West. The trailing order changed per session so that all 4 of us had a chance to see Coach's line up close. After each session we would sit with him as he explained the reasoning behind his line, i.e. why some turns are late apex, regular apex, or v-line. This is when he also began to tell us where his reference markers were for braking, turning in, and accelerating. These markers vary by rider and by bike, but the ones he points out are a good guide to start with, and were what really helped me gain pace at the start of the day. After lunch, we broke into the 1-on-1 sessions where you follow him on the out lap as he shows the line and reference markers again, and he lets you pass early into lap 2 to follow you for the rest of the session. You take what you learned in the beginning of the day and try to apply it as best you can with him following. After the session, he breaks down your performance in general and also on a turn-by-turn basis. Be prepared to take some constructive criticism here, as the advice is not sugar-coated and should be applied to the rest of your sessions. Once I got that advice after my 1-on-1, I tried applying it on the next session and immediately felt a difference in pace. Being told I could go faster here, cut the curb there, and turn in differently at certain corners dropped lap times by a few seconds at least. The advice also really made me feel safer going around the track, as I had a solid method to each turn that only needed minor tweaks. All in all, whether it will be your first time on a track or your 50th, I cannot recommend Coach Can's lessons enough. Apart from leading a great time on the track, Can is a wealth of knowledge and racing stories that makes off-track time just as fun and engaging. read more
5 years ago
Coach Can Akkaya will present you with truth and reality. Growth will follow this. Can Akkaya has that rare ability to accurately assess a student's current riding reality with truth that may challenge their own (sometimes imagined) reality. Growth will follow this. If you are serious about your personal growth and advancement as a Motorcyclist, you must trust your proper development to Coach Can Akkaya. He is not like so many others who are "fast" Riders and remain the fastest amongst their local peers; Akkaya has proven that he is fastest on a global stage among a much larger talent pool. He is not just a local "fast guy" who has a school and takes money from people who will often or always be slower than he is. At the Superbike Coach School the process is simple and highly effective. Coach Can will ask you questions to assess where you are as a Rider. Once you arrive for your lessons you discover your personal truth and reality of your abilities and capabilities. If you trust Coach, it is from this point that you will advance. Coach Akkaya wants each student to succeed and he will do all he knows to help you to succeed. How do I know this? Because in 2019, I became a sponge - or a student if you prefer - and I soaked up everything Coach Can Akkaya presented to me about riding and handling my motorcycle. The following year I applied with an unrelated organization to get my Road Racing License. Because of what Coach Can taught to me, I was successful and graduated with my license and my Racer's Number. It is June 2021 and I am 63 years of age. I had to work hard for my License in 2020. There was no charity involved that day, the racing organization didn't just hand it to me. I invested a lot of sweat, adrenaline and determination. I can easily say that if I had never taken classes with Coach Can Akkaya, I would not have had the capability to understand how to conduct myself and be in [much] better control of my motorcycle. If you are on the fence about taking a class - get off the fence and get in class! Can Akkaya teaches all types of motorcycle riding - not just racing skills. Do as I and many others have done and take continuing education/follow-up classes. The Superbike Coach Staff will welcome you again and again... and again! read more
10 years ago
What a great day and what a great experience. I had done a track day previously out East, and it was a blast but you were just left to your own devices - unless you actually went and asked for advice from one of the coaches (who were generally uninterested in talking to 'noobs' like me), it was just left up to you to figure stuff out. After locking up my rear wheel a few times coming too hot into corners and nearly spinning off, I came home with a big smile on my face but wondering how many more of these days I would do before hurting myself or my bike pretty badly. I since moved to CA, found Superbike Coach, and just yesterday finished Cornering School Day 2 (CSD-2). What a different experience to my previous track day! The whole event is so down-to-earth and accessible. Both times I've been with Superbike Coach (CSD-1 and CSD-2), the group has been of hugely mixed ability, from 30-year riding veterans to folks just off the MSF course - and everyone has been great. The lessons are fun, practical and - importantly - you get tonnes of riding time to practice. The Little 99 circuit is perfect - it's small, so less experienced riders don't get terrified by the speed, but the 13 corners are often tight (and diabolically laid out!) so experienced riders who are going quicker really need to be on their game. Coach himself is a blast - as the website warns, if you're easily offended you might want to look elsewhere but if you can enjoy a laugh (and occasional teasing, when you deserve it) then the whole experience is superb. And it's not just a one-man-show - the rest of the Superbike Coach team (including Coach's own family and the photographer, Dean) are just brilliant. If you've ever thought, "You know, maybe I could learn some more about how to ride a bike properly" then the CSD is for you. All of the techniques translate from the track to the street, making you faster on the former and safer on the latter. Seriously - do it. Some of the best days you'll ever have on a bike - and it's not often you'd say that about going to school. Coach now offers track days at Thunder Hill too, where the same non-competitive attitude is brought to a full size track. I'll add a review of the track day once I've done it - which will be VERY soon read more
3 years ago
From August to December, I participated 6 classes in a relatively short period of time: Cornering school Day 1 to Day 3, suspension workshop, body position class, and wheelie class. Regret that I couldn't make it to the track academy because I get sick, but those 6 lessons changed me completely. Remembering Day 1, when I only had 300 miles on my Honda and I was never on a track, I asked coach whether there is anything I need to pay attention to. He said: don't die there. During the first session, I went on the grass three times, and I pinch the clutch in the mid turn, thankfully being saved by my slippery clutch and didn't crash. I was the slowest guy but had a lot of fun. If you really put your ego away at the gate, you are definitely going to "un-fuck yourself and make a huge improvement there" because I am a new rider, so I basically feel 100% normal to ride less good than my peer students. That mindset really gives me a lot of happiness, less frustration, and more improvement. Right now although still in C group, I made a huge jump in my capabilities. Following the coach's guidance in every piece of class, I move my butt side before braking, using the knee to stabilizing myself during I press the front brakes, trail braking into the turn, start leaning while easing off the brake, keep my vision from entry to apex to exit and maintain my best line throughout. Although the techniques are not perfectly executed, but I know what the right thing is and I try my best to execute those. That is such a great improvement for a new rider with less than 2000 miles on a motorcycle, isn' it? There are great moments I would never forget. I got my first knee down during the body position class, and I am so proud of that. The coach sensed by emotions in our last class, and we hugged before I will head back to my home country. Coach Can and his amazing team changed my riding career from the very start, and they changed my attitude towards motorcycle riding. I will keep them in my hearts, and I believe they will keep me in theirs, too. I leave this note to memorize our journey together, thanks to the entire coach team for the amazing memory we co-create. read more
9 years ago
I'd been looking at Can Akkaya's Superbike-Coach website for a long time. I thought the Road Skills 1on3 course would do me the most good, and he had one in my area, so I signed up. I ended up having a 1on1 session, which I think we both enjoyed. In preparation, I dug out a couple of the most popular riding books I'd read a decade or more ago and started perusing them, well, one of them (I'd seen the video version of the other) and they didn't make sense. I'll get back to that. We met up in a parking lot and he had me do some basic cornering maneuvers, figure 8s and such, just to get an idea of what he was dealing with. Then he had me do some emergency braking runs. Critiqued, instructed and explained why. It all made sense. More runs. Better. So now I know what to work on as far as that goes. Now for the road part. He talked about the "Ideal Line", which is the fastest line and how to see it. How to find the best line was one of my issues. He demonstrated as I followed. Then he commented and had me lead and commented after asking me how I thought I'd done. If you're wondering where this took place, Salmon Falls Rd to Highway 49 to Georgetown and back. Here's the kind of feedback I got, "you corner to the left fine, to the right terrible, that's where your problems are." I figured out why. More following, more leading, more discussion of techniques. This is where we discussed the "ideal line" and how to see it. That was eye opening and nothing like what book authors discuss. It made sense to me and I tried it on the way back from Geogetown. It's not what you think. You have to unlearn what other "experts" teach, and I'm working on it. Coach Can's method/approach to seeing the ideal line makes sense to me. You have to see it before you can ride it. And, you'll just have to learn it from him. He's a great coach. His explanations are clear and concise. At least they were to me. I highly recommend spending time with Superbike Coach. I came away knowing what to work on, at least until I reach the next level. I plan on taking his cornering course soon. ... and the wheelie course down the road. This is the guy. read more
11 years ago
I did both the Cornering School Day 1 and 2 with Coach Can. These classes are hands down the most eye opening and enriching classes I have taken to date. I had a tough time during CSD 2 - I had a low side the day before and wasn't able to take my preferred bike, so had to take my more aggressive bike. I was not in the best state of mind and was having a tough time all day. Let's just say the way I rode during CSD 1 compared to this second time was vast. First time, he pulled me aside and told me to slow down, this time I think a senior citizen could've walked a faster lap lol. Coach really took the time to help me through my challenges that day, and pulled me aside several times to help me get refocused. I really appreciated that a lot. Although I couldn't pull myself out of my own head, it was clear that he truly had my progress and success in mind. And it was the same for everyone in class. I noticed that some make mention of his teaching style. If you have too big or fragile an ego to open your mind up to learning, I'm sorry to say, but you may have bigger problems than learning how to corner properly lol. I take a lot of classes - I have gone to Z2 for novice school (C group track day), Rich Oliver Mystery Camp, Total Control Advanced Rider Course, Alameda County Sheriff Dual-Purpose Class, Road Rider 2.0 and MSF. And although they are all good and all different, I learned the most from these two classes and guess what? THESE CLASSES COST THE LEAST OF THEM ALL. There is seriously a lot to learn and I will be taking both classes again, along with CSD 3. Seriously do yourself a favor and take this class. Please leave your ego at the door, it's not worth what you'll be missing in potentially life saving skills because you weren't receptive to direction. And to be honest, I really have no idea what people are groaning about - he isn't harsh by any means or stretch of the imagination. In fact he's a really funny and easy going guy. read more
2 months ago
2026: I've been attending SBC courses every year from my first review and I have only learned and grown. I've retaken the Cornering Days several times (you learn something new every time you take it) and have added track days, body positioning, and track rookie classes. I cannot say enough good things about this company- they become your family and they truly want to see you succeed on and off the track. 2022: Just finished up Day 3 of my second season (meaning I love this course so much that I did it twice)! I can't say enough great things about the Cornering Day trio! This course is not just about improving your technical riding skill- it's about exercising your critical thinking (under threat of push ups maybe), getting a handle on the emotional bits, and seeing your ride become smoother, faster, and safer. Coach, Marion, Dean and Wayne are an amazing family/crew and it's not about making a fast buck with them- they are truly passionate about what they do and their mission is clear: to create a community of better, safer, more conscious and mentally elevated riders (though Coach's side mission is to get people to do push ups so watch out ). If you've taken the course once, you need to take it again! You get so much out of season 2 because you know what to focus on. If you haven't taken this course at all, well, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? This is absolutely essential to any rider who wants to feel good about their riding- who wants to feel that sweet and effortless pull of a turn or the relief knowing you can stop on a dime if you need to. TI've been around motorcycles my whole 35 years of being on this earth and I would challenge any veteran rider I know to take this class. Simply put, with what I've seen out there, you can't afford not to take this class- it'll probably save your life (and build up your upper body muscles with free push ups). Thanks Coach! See you for Season 3 in 2023! read more
11 months ago
I have been training with Superbike-Coach for two years, beginning as a complete novice rider. My husband and two of our teens have also participated in training, and it has been one of the most enjoyable experiences we've shared as a family. Becoming part of the Superbike-Coach community has been both fun and rewarding. Coach Can is exceptionally knowledgeable and dedicated to helping every student improve. The entire Superbike-Coach team is professional, approachable, and always eager to share their expertise. I have taken nearly all of the classes offered--some multiple times--and each session has provided new insights and skills. The Thunderhill track days are absolutely exhilarating and a true highlight of the program. It's inspiring to see so many families--mothers and daughters, fathers and sons, husbands and wives--learning and riding together in such a supportive environment. It has also been wonderful to watch Coach's daughter, Jill, develop as a rider. She clearly shares her father's passion and talent, and her positive energy and encouragement make every event even more enjoyable. Im so excited she has become part of the coaching team! I've had the privilege of receiving additional coaching from Coach Chris during Thunderhill track days. His patience, clear communication, and thoughtful instruction have made a tremendous difference in my progress and confidence as a rider. As a visual learner, I particularly appreciate the "follow and mirror" coaching style that the Superbike-Coach team incorporates into their training. This hands-on approach has been invaluable to my development as a rider. My advice to anyone considering Superbike-Coach: be engaged, practice what you learn, and give back to the experience. The more effort you invest, the more rewarding it becomes--for both you and your coaches. Now get to class! read more
4 years ago
After a near head-on collision with a truck in a tight turn on a winding mountain road this summer, I knew I needed to get a better riding education as soon as possible. A quick internet search led me to Superbike Coach's Cornering School. This series of 3 classes proved to be tremendously helpful. The improvement in my riding skills literally began taking place overnight as I absorbed all the information from our "classroom" time with Coach Can, then applied each new concept on the track. Now that I've completed Day 3, I feel equipped to not only ride safely, but to enjoy riding even more than before because I know how to respond in a variety of different situations. It was necessary to "unlearn" some previous misconceptions about braking while cornering, but Coach and his team patiently demonstrated and worked with each of us to become proficient in each new concept. Every positive word I've read in others' reviews I can validate as well. This is not one of those businesses where you are just a number, nor are they there just to make a buck. Coach Can, Marion, Dean, and Wayne are zealous about making us better riders. They pour themselves into each individual with tons of knowledge, skill, and passion. There is never a boring moment in this interactive class, and plenty to learn whether you are a newer rider or were born on a bike. I love that everything learned on the track is easily transferable to real-life situations on the road. My riding companions have noticed an improvement in my skills already and even expressed interest in taking the class as well. I plan to go through these courses again as a refresher. I cannot thank Coach and his Team enough for investing in me and I highly recommend this class for anyone who has a passion for riding. read more
6 years ago
This is, hands-down, the best and most cost-effective program for developing your street-riding skillset. No matter how long you've been riding, I guarantee you will pick up new and valuable information. Unlike a track day, the focus is entirely on learning. Don't let the relatively small track size fool you - riding is about the corners, not 120 mph straightaways. It's called Cornering School, after all. For about half the cost of a track day, you'll receive 8+ hours of training, including plenty of time on the track. Coach Can knows how to teach, whether you're a novice or experienced rider. He focuses as much or more on mental acuity and attitude as he does on physical skills, because having your head in the right place on the street is the best way to keep you and your bike out of the wrong place. As you'll read on the website, he can get in your face, and a little salty. But it's clearly born of his passion for the sport and his students. The only times he showed impatience were when someone was on their phone, or their mind was elsewhere. Who can blame him - he's quite serious about this, and expects you to be as well. Having been through Cornering School Day 1, I can see why Coach chooses to present cornering as a 3 day course. The agenda is absolutely packed. Except for lunch, you will be in a classroom session, or on the track, or learning from watching others on the track, for the entire day. I can't wait for Days 2 and 3. Many students were on their second trip through the class rotation. Regardless of your current skill level, if you want to improve your street skills quickly, this is absolutely the way to go. You'll get way more fun and use out of it than you will another farkle. There's a reason classes fill up months in advance. read more
9 years ago
It's been about a year since I started the CSD courses, and went on to complete CSD1-3. The CSD courses are a perfect way of introducing new and experienced riders into better, safer, and more fun riding all around. With CSD-1 we learn the importance of the 'ideal line'. Of course with Coach's accent, you will never say Ideal Line the same way again, and you will also never forget how important it is. Well now that you know that, CSD-2 takes it few steps further into positioning, and advanced counter steering. After CSD-1 I thought I was now confident on my bike, CSD-2 showed me how wrong I was. BTW, advanced counter steering is a real thing, and it actually saved my life. Then CSD-3 and trail braking. I told my friend about trail breaking after CSD-3, he had been riding for a while; he assured me it's only a technique the pros use, and shouldn't be used on the road - he couldn't be further from the truth. Trail breaking, gives me great confidence that I can get out of complex situations, and this makes my ride that much more fun. There was also emergency breaking, I don't remember if that was CSD-2 or CSD-3. Track time - you get a lot of it, and you go with the group that best match your skill set. You get personal feedback, tons of pictures, videos, and you even make great friends, and all CSD courses allow you to take your bike and your skills to the max on a pretty safe and awesome track. The skills you learn in the CSD courses are such that make it more fun to ride, you feel safer, and they save your life. MotoGP skills are as relevant on the road as they are on the track. There are a ton of details, and you do need to practice the newly learnt skills. Trust me - after the CSD courses you'll be a better and safer rider all around! read more
6 years ago
To begin, I have never ridden a motorcycle as anything other than the passenger. I wanted to experience the ride as the driver... I cannot express how delighted I am to have discovered Superbike with Coach Akkaya! I have started with the 1on1, and Coach had me riding with confidence by the end of my initial 2 hours of training! His hands on approach, expertise and training style helped me to move past my anxiety and focus on riding skills and bike knowledge that included throttle, clutch, gear shifting and braking. I previously took the CMSP course at Harley Davidson, which was a waste of my money and time. Like I mentioned, I had never ridden before but was assured by their staff that I would receive ample time on the bike with hands on training that would allow me to pass the basic course. Needless to say, that didn't happen! And when I couldn't keep up with the fast paced drills (I honestly believe I was the only novice rider in the group), I was told I could not continue with the training and would have to sign up again to retake the course AND pay again WTH!! I wasn't crashing into anyone or being a risk to others, I just needed more time to get comfortable with shifting and braking. So while others in the class had advanced to 3rd gear I was still focused on 1st and 2nd. Again, I do not see why I couldn't continue at my pace for the entire session, especially since I had already paid for it!!! I am looking forward to continuing my 1on1 with Coach Akkaya, going to buy my "practice bike" so I can practice, practice, practice and eventually signing up for Track Drill courses with Superbike. I am excited and thrilled for the adventures that await me as a New Rider!!! read more
11 years ago
Well let me start saying that I have the type of personality that doesn't much crap from nobody. To be honest the first class was a bit off for me. I didn't like the way the coach talked. I had already purchased CSD1, 2 and 3. I wasn't sure if I would comeback to CSD2 but I decided to give it one more chance and I'm VERY GLAD I DID. Now I understand where the coach wants to go and what He wants to pull out of you. I feel it is like a cadet army training, the first part is the toughest, but if you make the cut and comeback, things change, be ready to learn A LOT!!!. Now I have also signed up for the knee down class and track day, I'll also repeat CSD2 and 3. There's so much info per class that repeating is well worth it. I've been to other schools (that I'm not going to name for respect/free publicity), and even taking a two day track school with them, I didn't even learn HALF of what I have learnt with Coach Can in one day. I highly recommend this school, how many times in life are you going to have the chance to learn from a PRO FACE TO FACE??. Communication is fantastic, if you run into trouble (like I did when my bike wasn't ready for the event) He will accommodate you on a different date. The price... Well is a no brainer, it is really affordable, those will be the best $$$$ you have spent. Regarding pictures, There's always a photographer there getting tons of pics that you'll get for free( This a huge plus, because I've been to the track and bought pics' packages and they can cost from 75 to 300, I know these guys aren't blue milk, but the pictures are pretty good)Good luck to all new students and thanks Coach Can!! read more
10 years ago
I attended one of Coach's Cornering Schools a couple weeks ago. Fist off, I'd like to say that it's a relaxed but serious environment, and Coach does a good job of grouping the riders (into appropriate groups: A,B,C). I think everyone felt comfortable with the people that they shared the track with at any given time. Time is split between Can's lectures and riding. So, we get warmed up in our group's first session, and then work on specific skills over the rest of the day, alternating lecture and laps. A couple of times, the entire group would practice a specific skill, like counter steering around (or over) cones. Finally, at the end, the track was opened up for a half hour before shutting down. Everyone gets a good amount of time riding, but not to be overwhelmed. There's a very nice balance. Keep in mind that this is not a track day -- and the venue is a Kart track. Although a small bike might be ideal, there were several larger bikes. I rode my street-commuter ZX-10 and had a blast. Anyone, at any level, can learn from Can. He's a clear communicator and rode a bike professionally at the highest level of the sport. He's clearly committed to teaching a safe style of motorcycling, as well as teaching techniques that work. And if you are a newer or intermediate rider, these classes are a must-take. Passing the DMV tests and/or whatever u-turn practice classes do not prepare one for the street. Practicing turning and braking under Can's watch could just save your ass in traffic. And if you are looking to add track-day riding to your life, this is a great first step. Owen, AFM #423 read more
10 years ago
Superbike Coach. Ok. WOW. I mean. WOW. I'm not an experienced rider but after taking his Cornering Day 1 Class just a couple days ago, my game is has changed! The Coach will sit with you before he actually lets you out on the track and literally beat the shit out of your head! Yes, he is a very strict and yet, straight forward especially with those who feel entitled to ride a motocycle and have riding experience! He will see how is your riding and if you are making mistakes while taking the turns or late apex, even upshifting and downshifting, he will tell you to f*** off and listen what he tells you. Then, he lets you out on the track again and follows you on his Devilish dirt bike and if you are keep making the same mistakes, he will go in front of you and show how you can done it right! Then, and then, your game is changing! You feel, you don't need that many swerves and twisties, you need to make a straight lines by making the dots and connecting them! That will help you stay in the lane and have more fun with your bike! As I said earlier, I'm not an experienced rider and before this class, I have been taking private sessions with Westside Motocycle Academy and also, I went through their safety training, but Superbike Coach Class is absolutely nothing to compare with! In Superbike Coach Class you will have a track and the freedom to practice and the Coach, who will not let you to f*** around and make excuses! He will not let you practice in a parking lot going through the cones! read more

























































































