California Motorcyclist Safety Program

California Motorcyclist Safety Program State of California's Official Motorcycle Training and Licensing Program

09/01/2026

CMSP students finishing up their second day of riding in Selma. Learning the basic swerve. Doesn't look like much but you have to be able to avoid surprises!

CMSP Site Showcase: RIDE RITE, INC.https://shopriderite.net/Serving Southern California motorcycle riders for 20+ years...
07/31/2026

CMSP Site Showcase: RIDE RITE, INC.
https://shopriderite.net/

Serving Southern California motorcycle riders for 20+ years, with locations in Corona, Lake Elsinore, Reseda, and San Bernardino. Seats sell out quick!

As of 7/31/26:

Corona MTC - Next Available - 8/16/26
Reseda MTC - Next Available - 8/12/26
Lake Elsinore MTC - Next Available - 8/9/26
San Bernardino MTC - Next Available - 8/3/26

07/28/2026

Video - Don't be THAT rider. The one that people talk about to their family when they get home. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOU.

Notice! CMSP is planning to be at these upcoming events across California:

📍 Santa Cruz County Fair - Cabrillo JC & 2Wheel Safety Training
📍 MCAS Miramar - America's Airshow - Twysted Throttle
📍 Redding Sundial Showdown - Sierra Steel
📍 Capital Airshow at Mather Field - Safety Center
📍 California Adventure and Powersports Expo in Pomona - STMC, Valley MCT, and Learn2Ride

Stop by our booths. Meet our instructors. Get answers about motorcycle safety courses and M1 licensing. Whether you're brand new to riding or just exploring your options. PROVE IT!

July in 1988, motorcycle safety entered the digital era with the introduction of electronic Anti-Lock Braking Systems (A...
07/28/2026

July in 1988, motorcycle safety entered the digital era with the introduction of electronic Anti-Lock Braking Systems (ABS).

While motorcycle ABS a requirement in some other countries, it is optional in the United States. It aims to prevent catastrophic wheel lock-up during maximum braking—keeping the motorcycle upright if panic hits.

ABS: Have you felt it?

If you have never experienced it activating, you might not trust it when you need it most. Develop your stopping effectiveness and build braking confidence at a CMSP training course.

https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-V/part-571/subpart-B/section-571.122

When you learn to ride, trust is everything. You need to know your instructor’s advice works when it matters most.📸 Thes...
07/27/2026

When you learn to ride, trust is everything. You need to know your instructor’s advice works when it matters most.📸 These shots from Sonoma Raceway and Willow Springs show our instructors at their mandatory, annual Professional Development Workshops. They don't just teach the skills—they must actively prove their own riding mastery to maintain their CMSP certifications every single year. This training translates directly into lessons that stick with you for life. Because when you learn from the sharpest, most proven riders in California, you build the lifelong habits that keep you safe long-term. Learn from the masters. 🔗 Link in bio to find a course near you!

CMSP passes the joy of safer riding forward. Our team consists of active riders dedicated to motorcycling safety. Meet t...
07/27/2026

CMSP passes the joy of safer riding forward. Our team consists of active riders dedicated to motorcycling safety.

Meet the Twysted Throttle staff, proudly serving the Northern San Diego Region at Cal State San Marcos!

https://motorcyclesafetyca.com/Thinking about getting your motorcycle license but don't own a bike yet? That's not a roa...
07/22/2026

https://motorcyclesafetyca.com/

Thinking about getting your motorcycle license but don't own a bike yet? That's not a roadblock—that's exactly where you're supposed to start. 🛑

Pacific Motorcycle Training operates locations where CMSP-certified instructors will teach you clutch control, emergency braking, swerving, and body position on motorcycles provided during the course. Helmets included. You bring the focus. They bring the expertise.

Woodland. San Bruno. Livermore. Salinas. Cloverdale. South San Francisco. Eureka.

Pick your location. Show up ready to learn. Earn your M1 endorsement with confidence.

PROVE IT.

07/21/2026

Morning motorcycle commute? Swap the cork sandals for real riding boots. Sandals fly off and offer zero protection for your feet's 26 bones. Proper boots provide ankle support, toe armor, and abrasion resistance. Pack the sandals, wear motorcycle gear.

Thinking about swapping your stock motorcycle turn signals for a sleek, aftermarket setup? 🛑 HOLD UP! 🛑Those tiny custom...
07/17/2026

Thinking about swapping your stock motorcycle turn signals for a sleek, aftermarket setup? 🛑 HOLD UP! 🛑

Those tiny custom lights might look incredible parked at the bike night, but ask yourself: Are they actually keeping you visible on the road?

Motorcycle lighting modifications are one of the easiest ways to accidentally lower your visibility, risk a ticket, and even increase your legal liability if you get into an accident. Before you start cutting wires and mounting those new indicators, you need to do your homework on the law.

If you are riding in California, your setup must comply with Title 13 CCR 699. Here is the breakdown:

➡️ Front Turn Signals (Post-1973): Must be at least 40 cm (16 inches) apart for all motorcycles manufactured after January 1, 1973.

➡️ Front Turn Signals (Pre-1973): Must be at least 23 cm (9 inches) apart if manufactured before January 1, 1973.

➡️ Rear Turn Signals (All Years): Must be at least 23 cm (9 inches) apart.

⚠️ The Truth About Integrated Tail Lights: Thinking about deleting your OEM signals for an integrated brake/turn signal combo? If you use an integrated light bar as a total replacement for your OEM signals, you are likely NOT California legal because it violates the distance requirements. However, if you use it as a supplement alongside legal, wide-spaced signals, you may stay compliant.

Bottom line: Don't sacrifice safety for aesthetics. Your visibility is your life insurance on two wheels! 🏍️💨

"Extreme caution" isn't just a suggestion—it's a mindset. 🛑When you see this yellow advisory sign on the road, it means ...
07/17/2026

"Extreme caution" isn't just a suggestion—it's a mindset. 🛑

When you see this yellow advisory sign on the road, it means conditions are changing and the stakes are officially higher. For riders, "extreme caution" means locking in your focus and scanning the asphalt for hidden hazards like loose gravel, rain grooves, metal grates, uneven lanes, or sudden friction changes. On two wheels, these minor road imperfections can quickly turn into major threats.

But road safety isn't a solo mission. Drivers, when you pass these signs, please give motorcyclists extra space. A rider might need to swerve suddenly to avoid a hazard you can't even see from inside your car, or their braking distance might change. Everyone needs to share the road responsibly so we can ensure that every single rider and driver gets home safely to their families. 🐻⚡

PROVE IT.

Prove you have total control of yourself and your motorcycle. Not just when conditions are perfect, but on every twist, turn, and hazard. Every ride. 🏍️🛡️

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