Novice Sidecar/Trike Training

The  3 Wheel Seminar is a four hour course designed to provide the rider with basic knowledge, confidence, and 3-wheel driving skills. Students must bring their own cycles to use in this class. This class is limited to non-side car three wheel vehicles. Riding exercises are practiced in a safe, controlled environment, and are designed to provide the opportunity for the rider to gain knowledge, confidence and 3-wheeled riding skills practice. The three wheel knowledge test is given during this seminar. You should sign up for the three wheel skills test on the same day for a seamless endorsement waiver.

  • We only accept 3 wheel vehicles in our classes. A conversion kit or modified motorcycle that has 4 wheels touching the ground is not allowed in class.

  • ALL 3 wheelers subject to a safety inspection. No fluid leaks, safe legal tire tread and proper inflation, working controls – brakes, throttle, clutch, etc.
  • Piaggio MP3 riders: MP3 is not appropriate for 3-wheel class. CALL PRIOR TO SIGN-UP!!

Required Equipment:

  • Three wheeler (trike, Spyder)

  • Driver license and vehicle registration (both current)

  • Proof of Insurance
  • DOT helmet in good condition
  • Eye Protection (face-shield, sunglasses or eyeglasses ok)
  • Long Sleeved Shirt/Jacket
  • Long, sturdy pants
  • Sturdy over-the-ankle boots appropriate for riding (NO: street shoes, tennis shoes, high top converse, romeos, etc.)
  • Sturdy full-fingered gloves.

Other Considerations:

  • Weather appropriate gear- we ride rain or shine

  • Food, snacks, and water. (No restaurants close to site)

  • No weapons or firearms.
  • You must have a sidecar/trike specific endorsement or permit to ride a 3-wheel trike (including a Can-Am or Piaggio MP3) or motorcycle with a sidecar on public roads in Washington. Failure to do so is illegal. Riders are subject to state and local laws and legal consequences. Law enforcement may impound your motorcycle.