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Weekday classes (Thursday - Friday) now available at our San Bruno location
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Licensing now also available through our Intermediate Course

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Total Control Advanced Riding Clinics

Motorcycle Schools in the Bay Area and Northern California

Pacific Motorcycle Training

Welcome to Pacific Motorcycle Training, with 7 great locations where you can learn everything you need to know to ride and control your motorcycle safely. Whether you are interested in learning the basics of riding a motorcycle—and getting your license endorsement—or simply improving your motorcycle skills to be safer on the road, come with us and we will provide you with the best teaching you can get in the Bay Area. We are part of the California Motorcyclist Safety Program and all of our instructors are certified to teach the Total Control Riding Clinics. Call us today and start your dream life on two wheels!

– Motorcycles and helmets are provided during our basic courses –

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1,291 reviews

1,291 Google reviews and an overall 4.9-star rating across our 7 locations.
See why we are NorCal and the Bay Area's premier motorcycle training school!

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Rider Essentials (Basic + Intermediate) = $765

Throttle Up (From Basic through Advanced, Level 1) = $1,170

Ride to Mastery (From Basic through Advanced, Level 2) = $1,575

Control and Confidence (Intermediate + Advanced, Level 1) = $805

Ride Like A Pro (From Intermediate through Advanced, Level 2) = $1,190

Peak Performance (Advanced, Level 1 + Advanced, Level 2) = $810

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For New Riders

Learn the basics of riding safely in a controlled environment and receive the certificate that may waive the DMV riding skill test. Our friendly basic riding course was designed for people with zero experience on a motorcycle. We provide motorcycles and helmets for you to learn with.

For Experienced Riders

Become a better—and safer—rider using your own motorcycle with our Intermediate Riding Clinic. Or take your cornering and crash-avoidance skills to the highest level with our Advanced Riding Clinics, taught only by the best certified instructors in the Bay Area!

"The class was great! It's obvious that the team of instructors truly care about teaching and making sure you learn. I met about 6 of them in my two days and they were all fantastic! They also offer private and additional courses if interested. The mornings are cold, especially in the winter so make sure to dress warm...bonus...the morning sunrise is nice too. I definitely recommend!"

- J.j M, December 2023

"Great way to learn how to ride. The course left me with much more confidence being on a bike then coming in. Learned about how to ride and the risk that come with it. Would gladly come again to take the more advanced classes."

- Christopher Vera, February 2020

"Great instruction and cohort of other trainees. Made the first experience on a bike safe and enjoyable."

- Peter kim, March 2025

"The instructors were fantastic! Thomas, Erin, and Maya were all incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about motorcycles. Their enthusiasm was contagious, which made the course fun and engaging. They were patient and always happy to answer questions, no matter how basic. I felt comfortable making mistakes and learned a lot from their clear explanations and demonstrations."

- Niheer Thakur, July 2024

"Just completed the intermediate course. Long day. Hot range. Loved every minute of it. They’re not kidding about improving your skills in one day."

- Eric Wick, July 2026

"The two motorcycle instructors were very informative and invested in helping each rider improve. They didn’t just go through the motions—they took the time to observe closely, give personalized feedback, and explain why certain techniques matter. Their teaching style made a huge difference in building both confidence and skill. One of the most valuable aspects of the experience was how they broke down fundamental riding techniques in a clear, practical way..."

- Kenny reyes, March 2026

"This is a top notch training school. Excellent instructors and a professional staff from start to finish. It was so amazing, I’m going through all the levels up to the advanced class. Take this one with no hesitation!"

- John Liotti, December 2023