About Us
In today's age of high-horsepower superbikes,
large-displacement cruisers and super-heavy-weight tourers,
riding skills are more important than ever for safe, fun
motorcycling. Unfortunately for experienced riders, there is a
large gap between the Motorcycle Safety Foundation's
Experienced RiderCourse (ERC) and the many racetrack schools
around the country. Many riders are interested in improving
their skills but are unwilling to take on the additional risks
associated with a high-speed environment. If you fit into the
"I'm interested, but" group, you're not alone. In fact, if you
add up all the attendees of all the race schools together,
they only represent a tiny percentage of street riders. This
is not to say they are not good schools. To the contrary, they
have much to offer. But they are not for everyone.
Fortunately, Lee Parks' Total Control® Advanced Riding
Clinic (Total Control® ARC) has a solution for those
experienced riders "caught in the middle," as well as those
track-day junkies and racers who want to be able to further
enhance their skills in a controlled environment with expert
instruction. (Download
a brochure)
Part of the reason for the program's success is the dynamic classroom training, which includes both theory and application of the Total Control® ARC techniques. By including a basic analysis of vehicular dynamics, riders get a clear understanding of how their actions affect their bikes. For instance, in the suspension portion of the class, riders learn how to analyze the effectiveness of their suspension and how to set it up for maximum control and comfort.
The range portion of the training is done in a large parking lot or skidpad where each of the skills are individually broken down and practiced. Working on only one skill at a time is the fastest way to make consistent riding improvements. The beauty of doing it this way is that the student is never asked to make a huge "leap of faith" in any one area. Each skill is built up in small two-mph increments until the desired result is achieved. This allows for high confidence and never gets too scary. In fact, cornering speeds never go above 25 mph. While this may seem slow, in a tight enough corner, 25 is very, very fast. Combined with a strategic "building block" formula for integrating the individual skills into a complete riding package, the Total Control® ARC enables riders to learn faster and easier than ever before. Equally important, all the Total Control® ARC skills are taught with their direct applications for street riding. After all, knowing how to do something is of little value if you don't understand when and where to use it.
All students must provide their own motorcycle or scooter and have at least one year of riding experience. Motorcycle or scooter should be in proper working order, including cooling and charging systems, and a battery that is in good condition. For students with less than two years of experience, it is advised (though not required) that they have completed an MSF ERC. Protective gear is required for all students, which includes a DOT-approved helmet (full-face recommended), motorcycle jacket and pants, gloves and boots that cover the ankles. Jeans
(including Kevlar jeans) and fingerless gloves are not allowed. Absolutely no race tires or race compound tires allowed regardless if they are DOT approved.
