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Farrow Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy

Farrow Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy

LEARN TO RIDE – OR RIDE BETTER – THE Harley-Davidson® WAY.

Learn to ride a Harley® at the Farrow Co Harley-Davidson® riding school in Ohio.

STOP! Please be sure you have a valid Motorcycle Permit or Endorsement prior to attending Riding Academy. This is a requirement to participate in our Riding Academy Program.

If you’re ready to experience the unique thrill of riding your motorcycle for the first time, there’s no better place to learn than the New Rider Course at Harley-Davidson® . Available only at Authorized H-D® Dealerships.

We now have TWO locations for Riding Academy courses!  Our legendary NORTH location in Sunbury, and now our iconic COLUMBUS location on Scarborough Blvd.

PLEASE READ THIS in its ENTIRETY!!! Thank you for considering registering for one of our Riding Academy Courses at Farrow NORTH Harley Davidson located in SUNBURY, Ohio or at Farrow EAST Harley Davidson located in Columbus, Ohio.

Once you have pushed the "Find a Class" button, please be sure that you select the LOCATION that you prefer to take our Riding Academy Course at.

If you are interested in attending a Riding Academy class with Farrow, please see the "Find a Class" link here.
We have limited availability and are booking classes now, until filled.

ALL participants must wear 3/4 or Full faced helmets. No 1/2 shells will be permitted.

Cancellation Policy: There will be no refund for courses cancelled. No refunds will be given if a student:

• Misses any portion of the required classroom or range time for any reason.

• Is dismissed from class for unruly / unsafe actions.

• Chooses not to complete the course.

• Is disrespectful or reckless and a dismissal is required.

• Arrives at the range without required safety gear.

• Fails riding skills test or written test.

• We will do our best to enroll those student into a future course.

NEW RIDER COURSE

WHAT TO EXPECT

When you take a New Rider Course at the Riding Academy you’ll:

  • Learn to ride on a genuine Harley-Davidson® motorcycle.
  • Get in-class and on-range instruction from Motorcycle Ohio and H-D® Certified Coaches.
  • Learn to safely accelerate, shift, brake, and turn, along with maneuvers like controlling skids and surmounting obstacles.
  • Earn a Basic Rider Course Completion Card, which may (varies by state) exempt you from the riding portion of your license exam and score you a discount on motorcycle insurance.

FIND A CLASS AT Farrow HD

NEED TO KNOW

Farrow Harley-Davidson® offers this course for $199

You'll need a valid motorcycle permit or motorcycle endorsement, and have the ability to ride a bicycle.

You'll need to bring the following:

In-Class Needs (Thursday & Friday evening):

  • Your Driver's License or State photo ID 
  • Temporary Motorcycle Permit

On-Course Needs (Saturday & Sunday)

  • Any materials provided to you prior to or during class
  • Long-sleeve shirt or jacket
  • Long pants (heavy denim or riding pants recommended)
  • Over-the-ankle boots (sturdy, not canvas, low heel)
  • Eye protection (helmet visor, eye glasses, sun glasses, goggles acceptable)
  • Full-finger gloves (motorcycle specific recommended)
  • DOT-certified helmet style based on the requirements of your state.

SHOP MEN'S MOTORCYCLE GEAR FOR NEW RIDERS

SHOP WOMEN'S MOTORCYCLE GEAR FOR NEW RIDERS

For the riding portion, the H-D® dealer will provide you with a Harley-Davidson®motorcycle suited for the course.

Yes, learn more about the exclusive offers available only to Riding Academy graduates.

Contact your local Harley-Davidson Dealer with any questions you have about Riding Academy

You must attend the entire course and participate. You must come to class with all the required safety gear and pass the riding evaluation at the end of the range sessions. 

Yes. A lunch break is incorporated to all full days of Riding Academy.

Please contact your local BMV.

Contact your dealer as soon as possible to get rescheduled into another class. There may be additional fees to change classes, consult with your dealer. No refunds are available.

Riding Academy classes take place rain or shine, hot or cold. Be ready for whatever your local weather might have in store for you. In the event of dangerous weather, the class will be halted. Arrangements will be made to adjust the schedule around the weather if possible. Consult with your Coaches and or Academy Manager if weather results in a class being rescheduled or cancelled.  

Yes! The bike you try is a 100% street-ready Harley-Davidson® motorcycle.

RIDING TRAINING GRADUATE FINANCING PROGRAM

Riders who complete the Harley-Davidson® Riding Academy Course can take advantage of special financing options which include no down payment or rates as low as 3.49%* and flexible terms.

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WOMEN'S MOTORCYCLE GEAR

GET GEARED UP FOR CLASS

Shop women's motorcycle gear for new riders.


SHOP WOMENS

GEAR LIST

ESSENTIAL GEAR

Having the best experience in class requires appropriate motorcycle gear. Check out what you should bring on day one.

CHECK OUT THE GEAR

MEN'S MOTORCYCLE GEAR

GET READY TO RIDE

Shop men's motorcycle gear for new riders.


SHOP MENS

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