Monterey SPECIAL EVENT

One-on-One Focus Motorcycle Training

Pacific Motorcycle Training

Note: If you are looking for a course to waive your DMV skills test, click here.

Work with one of our trained instructors to improve your motorcycle riding skills. This additional training is ideal for any student or rider who wants to become a more skilled, proficient and safer motorcyclist. These private sessions are tailored for the individual to focus directly on the skills needed to become a better rider.

The sessions take place at the school come in 1, 2 & 3 hour formats.

1 hr - $250
2 hr - $350
3 hr - $450

Bring your own bike or rent one of ours for an additional $50 per session (includes gas/insurance).

We offer one-on-one lessons at our Woodland, Livermore, South San Francisco, Eureka, Cloverdale and Salinas locations. If you are interested in a private lesson, please contact us today!

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!


"I came to the class very nervous and very worried because I'm an anxiety prone person when it comes to something that I know there's a test for afterwards. The instructors, Steve and Wyatt, were able to calm my nerves with their ability to clearly state and show through live demonstrations what was needed to be done. By the end of the course, I felt very confident that I learned enough to be able to ride a motorcycle in practice sessions without much fear of getting into an accident..."
- Eileen Pascual, July 2025
"Great experience with great instructors. You can really tell these guys do it for the passion of motorcycling. The information they provide is clear and helps you understand how to become a safe rider. Instructors:Tony,Q,Dillon,Steven"
- Thomas Quiroz, June 2024
"Had a great experience with Pacific Motorcycle Training. The instructors were professional, patient, and very knowledgeable. They emphasized safety at every step and created a supportive environment for learning. The course was well-structured, and I left feeling confident and prepared to ride safely. I highly recommend Pacific Motorcycle Training to anyone looking to get started on two wheels."
- Jingzhi Sun, May 2025
"Attended the ARC1 in San Jose. The instructors were great and the course was interesting both the "classroom" and the practical aspect. What really surprised me, was at the end of the course I didn't think I got much out of it, a few pointers maybe, but I felt like it wasn't worth the time... I was wrong!! As soon as I got on my ride home over Hwy 17, I realized very quickly that I was much more relaxed, rode faster, and yet more safely, and expended much less energy while doing so, the corners flowed with zero tension..."
- Steven Henderson, April 2024
"The instructors are very insightful, nice, and patient. I'm glad I took this course. I would recommend it to anyone looking to learn how to ride a motorcycle. If I decide to pursue any advance motorcycling courses, they will likely be my first consideration."
- Charles May, July 2018
"I have been riding almost 45 years. The skills I learned from the instructors has changed my way of riding and makes it so much easier to control my bike and very much safer. I was doing it the hard way. A big thank you to all the instructors"
- George, February 2026
"Very knowledgeable and clearly dedicated staff. Q, Wyatt, and Tony were energetic, understanding, and had our safety and learning as their highest priority. As a somewhat experienced rider, I found this course very informative and useful. If you are a new rider, this course is indispensable. Take the course."
- Colin Mitsuoka, January 2025

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