RIDING GEAR
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RIDING GEAR REQUIREMENTS

To participate in any of our riding courses you must comply with curriculum and state guidelines for riding safety equipment. Please review the specifications. Under no circumstances can anyone participate in riding activities without all the appropriate riding gear.
Four of the most frequently asked questions...

Can I use my own riding gear?

Yes, you may use your riding gear providing it meets the requirements.


Does MSTC provide riding gear?

MSTC provides helmets. It is highly recommended that you bring a DOT approved helmet sized right for you.


What if I forgot my riding gear?

If you are not able to meet the riding gear requirements and are missing items other than those MSTC will provide you, YOU WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO RIDE!


Are there any exceptions?

There are no exceptions to the riding gear requirements. It is mandated by training curriculum that all riders be sufficiently protected at all times in the training environment.

Helmet - DOT approved

Helmet - Full-face and 3/4 helmets are acceptable provided that they meet minimum DOT certification. Personal helmets are subject to inspection for the DOT certification and that they are in good working condition.


Eye Protection

Eye protection - Face shield, goggles or some form of sun/eye glasses. They may be tinted or clear. Ordinary prescription glasses may be worn. For night training eye protection must be clear.

Helmet and Eye protection

Long Sleeves, Pants and Gloves
Long Sleeves

Long sleeve T-shirt or dress shirt that reaches the wrist or jacket are all acceptable.


Sturdy Pants

You must wear pants! No exceptions. Denim or leather jeans are preferred. All pants are required to have NO holes in them and must come down to the foot. Spandex, sweatpants, or cotton leggings are NOT acceptable.


Full-finger Gloves

Must be full finger and cannot be open on the back of the hand. Gloves must be motorcycle specific gloves or sturdy leather or synthetic gloves. (Dishwashing gloves and surgeon's gloves are NOT acceptable)


Over-the-ankle Boots or Shoes

Over the ankle with little to no heel. Shoes can be an athletic or hiking shoe that provides reinforced ankle support. Boots are preferred. Your footwear should have a good rubber sole for traction and the heel shouldn't be higher than what is commonly on a "work boot".

Thin fabric shoes made of canvas or other fabrics that do not provide support are not acceptable. The classic Converse All Star "Chuck Taylor" or dress shoe are examples of shoes that DO NOT meet the requirements.

Boots - over-the-ankle
Shoes must cover and encase the ankle where the top of the shoe is above the ankle bone.
Boots - over-the-ankle

OUR POLICIES


Download the Motorcycle Operator Manual to reivew and study the esentials for safe operation of your motorcycle in the great state of Virginia.

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Inclement weather cancellations by MSTC, LLC., or cancellation due to circumstances beyond our control: Call us @ 804.400.8597. If canceled, you will have one year from the date of cancellation to reschedule your class. We do not issue refunds. We do not charge to reschedule due to each weather-related cancellation when canceled by MSTC.

A one time free reschedule will be offered for each weather-related event when canceled by MSTC.


If you need to reschedule your class, you must contact us in writing greater than 7 days prior to your class start date. Please send us an email using the link below, add your alternative date if known.

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Reschedule/Transfer Payment of $50.00: Money orders or credit cards only and must come with a request. Payable to MSTC, LLC., 11555 Fox Cross Rd, Ashland, Virginia 23005 (please do not send cash in the mail)

For example, If your original class was on a Friday evening, we must be notified no later than 5:00 P.M. EDT (close of business day) greater than 7 days before your Friday class start date.

Rescheduling notices received 7 days or less of your class start date, will not be permitted. Please plan on attending or your total payment(s) will be forfeited. No rescheduled, free seats, free class(s), credits, discounts, or refunds with 7 days or less notice.

Unless otherwise stated a minimum of 4 students is required to conduct all Basic Rider Licensing Courses, Skills Practice Courses, or Trike Courses. Less than 4 students may require rescheduling. Contact the office at 804-400-8597 for clarification when in question.


CLASSROOM AND DRIVING RANGE BEGINS PROMPTLY

Please arrive ahead of your scheduled class start time to ensure your acceptance in class. Registered students are requested to arrive early for day one classroom to complete all of their paperwork prior to the start of class. Classroom and Driving Range start times are firm. If you arrive after the start of instruction for your curriculum, you are subject to non-admittance with dismissal. You will not be entitled to a refund or a free reschedule. No exceptions.

WE CANNOT ACCEPT ANY EXCUSE OR REASON.

Our zero-tolerance policy is respectful and fair to all students, past, present, and future who will or have agreed to these terms. Thank you.

Please think twice before signing up and make every effort to attend, thank you.


If you find you need to cancel your scheduled class, we will refund 70% of your tuition, if you notify us in writing greater than 7 days prior to the first day of your class no later than the close of business at 5:00 P.M. EDT. Eligible refunds will be made by check or credit to your credit card

Example – If your original class was on a Friday evening, MSTC, LLC must be notified no later than 5:00 P.M., greater than 7 days prior to your Friday class start date. If your payment was $250.00, we subtract the 30% ($75.00) for cancellation processing fees, your refund would be $175.00. We will mail a check or credit your credit card depending on your method of payment upon registration. MSTC, LLC will process your request for a refund within five business days from receipt of notification if you qualified for a refund.

E-MAIL AND U. S. POSTAL SERVICE are PREFERED for cancellation notices.

SEND EMAIL

U. S. Postal
@ 11555 Fox Cross Rd
Ashland VA. 23005

NO TELEPHONE CALLS PLEASE. E-mail or USPS protects everyone with a time and date stamp.

ALL cancellation notices received 7 days or less before the first day of your class will NOT be processed and will result in non-refundable tuition, registration, and any other payments. We regret we cannot accommodate your request for any refund if received 7 days or less prior to the first day of your class. Many times throughout the year, it is difficult to re-sell your seat with less than 5 days’ notice or less.

If you purchased your seat (Class) within 7 days or less before the start of your class and decide to cancel, you will NOT be entitled to any refund, free class, discounted class, a free or paid to reschedule, or any compensation. You will forfeit your entire purchase price.
Please think twice before purchasing a class 7 days or less prior to the first day of your class.

WE CANNOT ACCEPT ANY EXCUSE OR REASON.

Our zero-tolerance policy is respectful and fair to all students, past, present, and future who will or have agreed to these terms. Thank you.

Please think twice before signing up and make every effort to attend, thank you.