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FAQ AND POLICIES
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FAQ
DO I HAVE TO WAIT A WAIT-PERIOD TO TAKE THE M2 COURSE AFTER WRITING THE M1? HOW DOES THAT WORK?
No. With Graduated Licensing in Ontario, you will need to start with your written M1 licence permit. The M1 is valid for 90 days (if it expires before you have tested for your M2, get it reissued).
Once you have a valid M1, you can attend a M2 course and test for the M2 licence at a MTO approved school such as Motorsoul anytime as long as you have a valid M1. Your test result from the course is entered into the MTO database and will remain in their system for 6 months only.
Once you’ve passed your 60 day wait period, you are able to activate your M2 licence at a MTO upgrading facility where they will issue your new licence.
Make sense? Call us if you need more info!
HOW DO I GET A WRITTEN M1 LICENCE PERMIT?
Step 1. READ!
The Motorcycle Handbook:
http://www.mto.gov.
The Motorcycle Handbook:
http://www.mto.gov.
Step 2. PRACTICE!
Try some practice tests online:
https://www.drivingtes
https://www.drivingtes
Step 3. WRITE!
Find a DriveTest to write your M1:
WHAT DO I BRING TO THE M2 COURSE?
- Driver’s Licence / (and M1 Permit for the M2 course)
- Required protective gear – see Gear Policies
- Plenty of water to keep hydrated and extra clothes for comfort
WHAT IF IT IS RAINING?
Licences are valid for both rain and shine, aren’t they? Our courses run no matter what. So please have sufficient rain gear for your comfort
DO I NEED TO BRING MY OWN MOTORCYCLE TO THE COURSE?
- For the MotorCore – get your M2 Licence – NO. (Motorsoul provides the training bikes)
- For the MotorWorks – get your M Licence – YES. (Students are to bring a street-legal motorcycle)
- For the Motorsoul Refresher – NO. (Motorsoul provides the training bikes)
- For any Rider Enhancement – YES (unless otherwise discussed at registration)
WHAT KIND OF MOTORCYCLES DO YOU HAVE ON THE MOTORCORE M2 COURSE?
Motorsoul’s training motorcycles – enduro, sport, standard/cruiser, cafe racer – and Yes – we have Honda Groms and the Kawasaki Z125. Our training motorcycles all range from 125cc to 200cc – perfect sizes to learn on and to fine-tune and build your skills.
IS THE TESTING INCLUDED IN MOTORCORE M2 AND MOTORWORKS M COURSES?
Yes.
IF I’M NOT SUCCESSFUL ON MY FIRST TEST, CAN I DO A RETEST?
Motorsoul offers a free practice and retest if you are unsuccessful. If you miss a booked retest without notifying the office, the rescheduling fee is $50.00.
HOW DO I UPGRADE MY LICENCE AFTER MY COURSE?
You must activate your licence within 6 months of the testing date. Beyond 6 months, the Ministry considers the upgrade expired and new testing must be undertaken.
★ Activating your Licence Upgrade:
Step 1: Wait Period – Be sure to be past the required wait period before the next licence upgrade
Step 2: Activate your upgrade at an upgrading facility – Once you have waited the required ‘wait period’, to activate your licence upgrade, go to a licensing upgrading facility with your Drivers Licence.
These facilities include either:
★ a DriveTest centre
★ the ServiceOntario College Park location in downtown Toronto (777 Bay Street)
At the time that your upgrade is activated, you will receive a temporary licence that has your new upgrade. Your new plastic licence card will be mailed out in approx 4 weeks.
WILL I HAVE TO DO ANOTHER TEST WHEN I GO TO THE MTO WITH THE PAPERWORK I RECEIVE AT THE END OF THE COURSE?
No. Motorsoul does the testing. You are only needing to go in to DriveTest to pick up your new licence.
IS THERE A CANCELLATION POLICY?
Yes.
★ CANCELLATION POLICY:
Withdrawals: Any cancellation of a course must be made seven days before the course start date or longer to receive a refund, less $100.00 administrative fee + tax.
There are no refunds for early withdrawal during a course once it has started.
Transfers: Any transfer of a course will be considered with seven days notice or longer (one-time transfer).
If you fail to attend your scheduled course without notice, you registration fee is forfeited.
(This policy is subject to change without notice)
IS A WAIVER REQUIRED?
Yes.
All participants are required to sign a Waiver prior to the start of the course. If you are under the age of 18, you must have a parent or legal guardian also sign the Waiver.
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POLICIES
★ GEAR POLICIES
Motorsoul is committed to practicing safe riding habits and so the wearing of appropriate protective gear is mandatory.
Participation in training is conditional on wearing the required safety gear.
Students are required to provide their own safety gear. (Gear may be brought to the in-class theory session for evaluation).
★ WHY WEAR GEAR?
- it can prevent or reduce serious injury in the event of a fall (helmets reduce the severity of head injuries)
- it provides or improves comfort
- it protects from the elements
- it improves visibility
★ REQUIRED GEAR FOR MOTORSOUL COURSES
- Approved helmet – DOT, Snell, ECE, CSA, or BSA;
(Unacceptable: unapproved helmets or those whose integrity is compromised); - Gloves – leather, covering the wrist bone or motorcycle specific gloves;
(Unacceptable: mechanic’s gloves, fingerless gloves, cloth motorcross gloves, fabric gloves, gloves too short to cover wrist bone) - Jacket – heavy denim jean jacket, durable long sleeve jacket, leather jacket or motorcycle specific jacket;
(Unacceptable: suede, wind jackets, soft-fashioned leather) - Boots – sturdy boots covering ankles (hiking boots, work boots, motorcycle specific boots);
(Unacceptable: high-top sneakers, flimsy leather, Blundstone boots with elastic over the ankle, boots below the ankle) - Pants – heavy denim jeans (no holes or tears) or motorcycle specific pants;
(Unacceptable: ripped or very worn jeans, too short to cover ankles, below the hips) - Additional Items – rain gear, warmer clothing to layer, hat for sun or cold, water, snacks, sunglasses, sunscreen, other clothes to change into after training, lunch money and parking money.
★ WAIVER POLICY
As with any recreational or sporting activity, participants must sign a liability waiver prior to any course. A minor waiver, signed by a parent or legal guardian, is required from those under the age of 18. If the participant does not agree with the terms and conditions of the waiver, he or she is free to leave and any payment will be refunded.
★ CANCELLATION POLICY
Withdrawals: Any cancellation of a course may be considered if emailed and made at least fourteen days before the course start date or longer to receive a refund, less $150.00 administrative fee + tax.
There are no refunds for early withdrawal during a course once it has started.
Transfers: Any transfer of a course will be considered with seven days notice or longer (one-time transfer).
If you fail to attend your scheduled course without notice, you registration fee is forfeited.
★ RETEST POLICY
The MTO allows one retest for a fee within the same season as your licensing course if you are unsuccessful through Motorsoul. This retest must be pre-booked.
Motorsoul reserves the right to change its Policy or prices at any time
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