FAQ'S

Frequently Asked Student Questions

Q. I was a walk-on for a class. When should I expect my completion card?
A. You should receive your completion card 7-10 business days after the last day of your class.
Q. Do you provide motorcycles and helmets for the class?
A. Yes, TEAM OREGON provides training motorcycles and helmets that are DOT approved for the BRT and IRT classes.
Q. What kind of training bikes do you provide?
A. TEAM OREGON provides training bikes that range in size from 125-250 cc.
Q. How do I register for a class?
A. Follow the instructions at the links below if you live near these communities:

Portland
Salem
Albany
Eugene

Registration and cancellation is handled through the local community college. Brochures are available at your local DMV, dealerships, or on our website (see below).  For other areas, TEAM OREGON offers a Mobile Program. Brochures for the Mobile Program are also available at your local DMV, dealerships, and on our website:
Click here for the Mobile Brochure
Q. How do I get a brochure from your website?
A. Click here!
Q. If I pass the basic motorcycle rider course, do I still have to go to the DMV to get my license endorsed?
A. Yes, take your TEAM OREGON completion card to the DMV, they will waive their skill and knowledge test, and will endorse your license for a fee.
Q. I'm under 21 years old. Do I have to take the TEAM OREGON course to get my endorsement?
A. Yes, Oregon law requires you to pass TEAM OREGON's basic rider course to qualify you for an endorsement. Click here to learn more.
Q. I can't find my TEAM OREGON completion card. How can I get a new one?
A. TEAM OREGON will issue a replacement card for any TEAM OREGON course taken within the last two years for a fee of $15.00. You will need to provide us with the date of course, location, your current mailing address, drivers license number, and your name at the time you took the course.
Submit your written request and payment addressed to:

TEAM OREGON
ATTN: Training Support Unit
213 Strand AG Hall
Corvallis, OR 97331
Q. My insurance agent said if I get proof of passing a TEAM OREGON class that I can receive a discount on my insurance. How do I get this?
A. Your completion card is sufficient for proof. If it has been more than two years (too late for a completion card replacement) and less than five years since training, TEAM OREGON can provide a letter of proof. There is a $15.00 fee for this letter. You will need to provide us with the date of course, location, your current mailing address, drivers license number, and your name at the time you took the course.  Submit your written request and payment addressed to:

TEAM OREGON
ATTN: Training Support Unit
213 Strand AG Hall
Corvallis, OR 97331
Q. Which course is right for me, the BRT or IRT?
A. The BRT is for beginning riders, and is our most popular course. This course is designed for the novice rider with no prior motorcycle experience. If you have your own motorcycle (or you can use one of ours), are over 21 years old and have some experience or are returning to the sport, the IRT is most likely the right course for you. We provide motorcycles and helmets for both the BRT and IRT courses.
Q. What is the difference between the RSP and the ART course?
A. The RSP is a half day practice session for riders of all experience levels looking to sharpen their cornering, braking and emergency maneuvering skills under the helpful eye of a professional rider training coach.   Whether you are new to motorcycling or have been riding for years, Rider Skills Practice will take your skills to the next level.

The ART course is for experienced and endorsed riders who have completed the BRT, IRT, or RSP. ART emphasizes the real-world application of a variety of techniques. By incorporating more than one corner into an exercise, students can work on smoothness, judgment, and appropriate "lines" through a variety of corners. This class is conducted on a go-cart track, but is not a high-speed, racing-oriented class.
Q.  The brochure lists two range times for the BRT, A & B.  How do I choose the one that works best for me?
A. Group range assignments are made at the first classroom session.  There is no guarantee that you will get the assignment you want.  No exceptions.